Kuriakose has 20+ years of progressive experience delivering robust financial reporting, internal control, governance and risk management frameworks, cutting-edge technology solutions and transformative business strategy in hyper-growth environments. Through a combination of strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, Kuriakose drives operational excellence and initiates processes to facilitate financial and internal control frameworks by employing automated systems and creating data collection strategies.

He has consistently demonstrated a keen ability to identify critical areas of strengths and weaknesses and devise solutions that directly impact profitability, productivity, and efficiency. Kuriakose has established a reputation for an uncompromising focus on high quality standards and bottom-line profit improvements, known for cross-functionally collaborating, leading diverse executive-level teams, and communicating with stakeholders at all levels of a business.

His exemplary academic qualifications include a Master of Arts in Political Science from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi and BCom (Accounting & Commerce) from Madras Christian College. He is also a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Bank Auditor and Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist.

Kuriakose has worked in varied business domains including Commercial Aviation, Banking & Financial Services and Consulting sectors in Europe and Asia.

Management professional with over 35 years of experience in the Aviation Industry with proven expertise in reviewing and enhancing all financial procedures, internal control measures and automation of financial information systems. Provides informed financial decision-making strategies through financial analytics (which includes planning, budgeting and forecasting) and reporting. Proven experience in development and implementation of MIS tools for monitoring cross -functional business performance measures.

Experience: Cathay Pacific Airways, Gulf Air, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways

Education: Master of Financial Management (MFM) from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management (NMIMS), Bombay, India, Masters in Commerce from University of Kerala