Machamma Muthreja

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DISC Type : c

Partner, CFO Advisory at KPMG India

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Overview

Machamma Muthreja is a Partner in KPMG Indias CFO Advisory practice. A qualified Chartered Accountant, she has built a long-term career with the firm, rejoining for a second stint that has lasted over a decade and seen her rise through the ranks to her current leadership position.

She is passionate about empowering female leaders in finance and tax, creating intimate networking events for senior women to share their journeys. Machamma values the personal growth that comes from challenging situations and took a career break to be a full-time mother, which she describes as precious years.

Unique fact: Machamma successfully returned to KPMG after a long career break and progressed to the Partner level.

Personality Overview

Price-Sensitive

Value Seeker

Cautious & Analytical

They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.  They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters.

Topics They Care About

Ethical AI Governance
She participated in a panel discussing the critical need for transparency, fairness, and accountability in AI innovation.
Women in Finance
Organized and hosted an event for senior women in Finance and Tax to share professional journeys and aspirations.
Career Re-entry
Celebrated a decade back at KPMG after taking a long career break, highlighting her successful return to the corporate world.

Media Appearances

After a 5‑year break, KPMG in India gave me the opportunity to balance my life. Featured in Facebook (KPMG India)

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Work History

4-2022
Partner, CFO Advisory at KPMG India
5-2019 - 6-2022
Director, CFO Advisory at KPMG India
2-2015 - 4-2019
Associate Director at KPMG India
3-2010 - 1-2015
Full time Mom at Home
6-2004 - 5-2010
Manager at KPMG

Education

CA from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
1994 - 1998
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from Mount carmel college Bangalore

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Exp : 21 Location : Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job Level : Leadership Designation : Partner, CFO Advisory at KPMG India
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Insights For Selling To Machamma

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • If you have a lower priced product compared to the competition, call out the same
  • Keep some extra margin in hand as they will likely negotiate the pricing
  • Back up any claims with data and numbers

DONT's

  • Don’t try to be too friendly or informal with them
  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Machamma is

  • Confidence that the product provides ROI, effective pricing and process adherence matter the most to them.

  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Machamma

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Machamma move?

  • They can move at a reasonable pace while making their decisions if they have the necessary information.

  • Can Machamma take some risk or not?

  • If they believe that they have analyzed the situation well, they can take a little risk.

You And Machamma

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