Mita Patel

Mita Patel has a diverse work experience in the finance and accounting field, spanning over two decades.

Mita began their career as an Accounting Manager at Interwise, where they worked from 2000 to 2003.

In 2004, Mita joined Applied Imaging as an Accounting Manager, where they were responsible for financial reporting, revenue recognition, and improving internal processes. Mita stayed with the company until 2007 when it was acquired by Genetix.

At Genetix, Mita served as the US Clinical Controller from 2007 to 2010. Mita was responsible for overseeing financial operations and working with internal and external partners to improve the division's performance.

Mita then joined Leica Microsystems (a Danaher Company) as the Controller of the Cytogenetics Division in 2010. In this role, they managed financial operations, led the transition of the San Jose facility, and ensured the division's financial integrity. Mita stayed with the company until 2012.

In 2013, Mita joined Molecular Devices as the Director of the NA Controller. Mita was promoted to various senior roles within the company, including Senior Director of Corporate Controller and Senior Director of FP&A and Corporate Reporting. Currently, they serve as the Senior Finance Director of Global Planning and Operations, a position they have held since November 2020.

Throughout their career, Mita has consistently demonstrated their expertise in financial management, operational improvement, and maintaining audit integrity.

Mita Patel completed their Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree in Accounting and Finance at the Odette School of Business, University of Windsor, Ontario Canada. Mita attended the university from 1992 to 1996. Later, they pursued their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at the University of Phoenix from 2001 to 2003. No specific field of study was mentioned for their MBA.