21 resumes found

I am an accomplished executive and Portfolio CFO with extensive experience in finance and operations across multiple sectors and jurisdictions. I excel in turning visions into reality and have a strategic acumen that drives global growth and fosters crucial relationships. I am known for my innovative problem-solving skills and expertise in leading high-performing teams, executing strategic acquisitions, and achieving ambitious targets. With my M&A, corporate governance, and investment advisory experience, I am confident in my ability to contribute to the success of any organization. Skills M&A / private equity (buy & sell) SME + Corporate experience Fiduciary & corporate governance Scale-up growth & development Investment advisory / structuring International tax planning Licenses and certifications CA(SA) - Chartered Accountant (South Africa) ACA - Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales Awards and achievements Winner of the 2023 prestigious "Fintech for good" award at Barclays annual fintech London event

I am an accomplished professional with extensive global experience in advanced accounting and executive management. I have a proven track record of optimizing operational efficiency, mitigating risks, and driving revenue growth. My expertise lies in strategic planning, financial governance, process redesign, and regulatory compliance. I am skilled in establishing cost-efficient data accumulation systems and delivering successful integration of accounting and internal control systems. I have strong relationships with C-suite executives and board members and I am highly skilled in financial research and analysis, budget forecasting, and risk assessment. With my CPA, CFE, and IOD certifications, along with a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Accounting, I am confident in my ability to excel in any financial leadership role. Skills Initial Public Offerings Mergers and acquisitions Board Director Experience Advanced Accounting Finance People Management Strategic Planning Cost Control External and Internal Auditing Tax & Transfer Pricing Risk Assessment Financial Research Licenses and certifications Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE), 2004 Certified Public Accountant (CPA), State of Florida, USA, 1997 Thai/Australian Institute of Company Directors (IOD), 2009 Bristol Myer Squibb President's Award for Superior Leadership of the 2004 Sarbanes Oxley Project Two Bristol Myer Squibb Awards of Distinction for leading U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles training Award for Outstanding Leadership and Work, as Interim India General Manager at Bristol Myer Squibb Calculus/Probability/Statistics Actuarial Examinations, American Casual Actuarial and Actuaries Society, 1995 Awards and achievements Bristol Myer Squibb President's Award for Superior Leadership of the 2004 Sarbanes Oxley Project Two Bristol Myer Squibb Awards of Distinction for leading U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles training Award for Outstanding Leadership and Work, as Interim India General Manager at Bristol Myer Squibb

I am a dynamic professional with over eleven years of experience across diverse companies and industries. My expertise lies in internal audit, process and controls, risk management, strategic initiatives, and project management. I have a proven track record of building and implementing successful Sarbanes-Oxley programs, optimizing processes and controls, and driving transformation initiatives. I am skilled in enterprise risk management and have a strong focus on employee training and development. With my comprehensive skill set and experience, I am confident in my ability to make a valuable contribution to any organization. Skills Internal Audit Sarbanes-Oxley Process & Control Optimization Risk Assessment Project Management Transformation Initiatives Enterprise Risk Management Employee Training & Development Licenses and certifications Certified Public Accountant, License Number 065042255 , Illinois Awards and achievements GrowCFO Program Sponsorship IAS Accountability Value Award IAS Propel Emerging Leader Program Tapestry Culture Champion Tapestry Lew Award Nominee JLL Values in Practice Awards

Experienced Finance Leader with a proven track record of driving cost savings, optimizing resources, and managing risks. Adept at analysing complex financial data, translating insights into actionable strategies, and aligning financial objectives with overall business goals. Skilled in fostering cross-functional collaborations, implementing process improvements, and leveraging emerging technologies for enhanced efficiency and profitability.

Technically strong with extensive experience in finance with significant international exposure with large corporates as well as SME. Anil is very personable with the gravitas to lead, inspire and motivate teams as well as expert ability to coach and mentor individuals with real impact to achieve peak performance. KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE * Leadership * Stakeholder Management * Statutory Accounts (UK GAAP, IFRS & US GAAP) * Management Reporting * Financial Planning & Control * Regulatory Reporting * Internal Audit & Risk Management * Business Integration * Financial Governance * Change Management * Project Management * Presentation & Training * Banking & Insurance, and Pharma * Private Equity Owned Business * Coaching & Mentoring * Investments & Fund administration COMPUTER SKILLS Excel, Word, Sage Line 50, Viztopia, Sage Accounts Production Advanced (SAPA) and Caseware Accounts Production. Knowledge of Peoplesoft, Hyperion, Summit, Treasury Oracle, Flexi, Murex and SAP, Sage 200, Allvue, e-front, Sun System ANIL SOOLEEHALL CV | anilsooleehall@hotmail.com | 07975577481

I have a wealth of experience building and leading finance and other teams in early to mid-stage (seed through Series C) venture backed technology startups, typically with a SaaS business model.  I effectively partner with members of the executive team and other colleagues to help build systems, processes, reporting and planning that evolves with the company and helps in its success. I live in the San Franciso Bay Area and am seeking ideally an opportunity with a West Coast based company or division.

CORE COMPETENCIES * Extensive experience in planning, developing and end-to-end managing of all financial aspects of an operational unit with P&L responsibility. * Proven ability to effectively manage FP&A teams and improve performance. * Self-starter and strong independent worker. * Extensive experience in stakeholder management (including VP and CxO level) in matrix and complex organizations. * Strong business and commercial acumen - proven success in inspiring and creating awareness of business "sense" with sales and technical team members. * Proven ability to adapt to changes quickly and efficiently. * Excellent storyteller - makes complex finance matters clear and easy to understand for the non-finance audience. * Sought after team player -with a good sense of humour.

KEY COMPETENCIES 1. Control, monitor and supervise full financial function of an organisation or group, which includes full responsibility for reporting, audit and tax compliance. 2. Lead, motivate, support, mentor and develop people, most often at management level, towards achieving financial and operational targets as well as creating ideal, productive business environment and fostering company's core values. 3. Prepare and present reports and motivations to shareholders and Board of Directors. 4. Design and implement business and growth strategies, detailed goals and budgets as well as plans and procedures to ensure performance and growth of the organisation. 5. Implement and ensure effective functioning of accounting, reporting and IT systems and controls in order to produce reliable and meaningful financial information on a timeous basis. 6. Compile and prepare feasibility studies, business plans, due diligence projects, finance motivations, data and financial analysis and assessment as well as financial and operations models, mostly using advanced Excel techniques. 7. Manage cash and working capital elements by sticking within established and set guidelines and identifying areas for improvement and reporting on and monitoring any credit risk issues. 8. Sound legal experience and exposure through repeated review, negotiation and signoff of numerous contracts and agreements that are in place with suppliers, distributors, franchisees, franchisors, banks, landlords and business partners. 9. Drive and support an operations team to improve operational performance and profitability of multiple sites and companies by undertaking cost-cutting plans, supply chain optimization, setting appropriate financial and operational risks frameworks, profitability and benchmark tracking tools to identify best practices and standards to follow. 10. Franchising, which includes franchisee sourcing and selection, co-ordinate and manage relationships with franchisor and franchisee, brand standard compliance and ensure site rollout commitments are achieved.

● Entrepreneurial finance and accounting leader with an active CPA license and exceptional communication skills. Track record of building and scaling financial operations, processes, and systems for rapidly growing startups, and medium-sized businesses in the technology, hospitality, and staffing industries. ● Adept at devising sustainable financial tactics and strategies that enable CEOs to focus on innovation and growing their companies. Experience includes ensuring GAAP compliance and delivering timely reports to executives and government entities. ● Develops and documents effective policies and procedures based on a company's operational goals and current infrastructure while also looking ahead toward future bottlenecks and solving them proactively. ● Skilled negotiator with expertise in establishing contracts with and managing technology vendors, banks, and other service providers. ● Passionate about engaging legacy team members while onboarding, coaching, and mentoring new employees to thrive together in rapidly growing and transforming companies. ● Embraces change easily and proactively enrolls team members to ensure full team engagement toward common goals. ● Early-career background in global, relationship sales to accounts including Apple and Oracle.

A seasoned expert in virtual CFO and FP&A services with years of experience in contract work, remotely or on location. Successful track record in: ·         Transforming finance departments from a back office transactions unit to a performance driving team, indispensable in strategic planning and implementation; ·         Successful turnarounds from losses and deficiencies to profit and cash generation after Identifying and resolving pricing, cash management and cost deficiencies; ·         Building financial planning and analysis units responsible for KPI structuring, integrated management reporting, budgeting and forecasting; ·         Creating Excel and Google Spreadsheet models with effective, simple-to-use across-department utility that improves speed, efficiency and control of operations. Core Competencies MODELLING Design and management of FP&A models for budgeting, scenario planning, management reporting, KPIs, capacity management and financial control; VALUATION Analysis and valuation of companies, projects, capital assets and funding in a corporate finance capacity, including M&A and leveraged buyouts; STRATEGY Utilizing financial analysis to support strategic planning, including growth plans, resource allocation, pricing strategies and cost cutting; PROCESSES Structuring, optimization and running of the finance function, systems and processes, including cost control and data accuracy; LEADERSHIP Building, training and leading of lean and efficient finance teams.

Finance executive with 18 years of diverse professional experience in manufacturing, wholesale and retail trade, IT projects in medium business with gross revenue of up to $120 mln annually. Expertise in: Internal control, Management reporting, Budgeting & Forecasting, Financial Modelling & Analysis, Creating Business Processes, Cash Flow Management, Tax Planning, Contract expertise and negotiations, IFRS, Cost Accounting and Control. IT: systems upgrade, processes and reports automation, software adaptation to the legislation, and internal processes of the company Team management: Creature and Management of Multinational Team, Development and Implementation of Staff Motivation Policy, KPI. Successfully provided operational solutions to achieve business efficiency at the initial stages of development and in rapidly changing conditions. With strong analytical skills, delving deeply into all business processes I help to add a value to the business, increase a work efficiency and reduce expenditures.

Senior Finance professional with 25 years of proven expertise in International Finance and Banking in Europe, Middle East, and Greater China. Dependable experience of delivering treasury, compliance, liquidity, corporate finance and financial reporting solutions to companies of all sizes; guiding businesses through capital raises; and managing large, multi-city teams for high performance results. Desire to work in a senior finance role, such as Head of Finance, Group Treasurer, or Finance Director. RELEVANT SKILLS Treasury, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Accounting, Financial Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Foreign Exchange, Strategy, Analytical, Trade Finance, Regulatory Reporting, Collaboration, Cash Flow Management, Liquidity Monitoring, Financial Control, Communication, Executive Leadership, Problem Solving, Change Management, Governance, Interpersonal Skills, Coaching, Presentation, Legal Documents, Fundraising, Time Management, Responsive, Reliability, Policy Implementation, Stakeholder Management, Capital Management, Systems: ERP, TMS, Office

I am a vastly experienced, wellrounded Head of Finance, adept at creating and maintaining robust financial management and reporting capability for delivering maximum value to businesses. I am highly regarded for excellence, great leadership skills and team development thus yielding high performance, efficiency and best-in-class finance service. I possess extensive international experience, having headed the Accounting & Finance divisions of top hotels across 4 African countries. I have a demonstrated track record of embedding robust financial governance across organisations that I have served to protect cash flows and profitability. I thrive in multi-racial, multi-cultural, multi-gender environments and I am adept at forging strong professional networks, solving problems, leading cross-functional teams as well as multiple divisions. SPECIALISATION • Delivering financial system transformation that drives efficiency, reporting enhancements & business decision-making capability. • Assembling & managing Finance as well as non-Finance teams of 20+ people across disparate international locations. • Analysing & interpreting financial statements, advising senior management on risk & opportunity inherent within the business. • Implementing and maintaining water-tight internal and financial controls. HEAD OF FINANCE +263 782 710 900 murimirwab@yahoo.com CORE COMPETENCIES Strategic Technical Non-technical Business Strategy Financial Statements & Team leadership Reporting (up to 30 staff) Annual reports & Board Financial Modelling Performance packs management Change Management Forecasting & Budgeting Project Management Policies & Procedures Corporate Finance Due Process Re- Design Diligence engineering Business Plans Tax Planning & Risk Management Management Business/Operational Treasury Management Payroll Management Delivery Models Investment Strategy Cost Management Training & mentorship Commercial Feasibility Accpac, Sage, Pastel, Client & Analysis IBCOS, Microsoft Office Stakeholder Liaison Cost-cutting drives Audit - internal & external Technological Proficiency

I am passionate about customer service. Over my 20+ year career I have lead accounting, finance, procurement, technology, HR, and other administrative functions. In each role I have made a marked improvement on the end customer experience by thoughtful and creative execution of all parts of the value chain. Specialties: Leadership, Negotiation, Strategy, Controllership, Treasury, Finance, Planning, Reporting, Development of People, Start Up, SaaS, Communication, Volunteering.

A driven Finance Manager with over 10 years of experience in accounting and finance, serving as a trusted resource to business leaders and team members. A creative problem solver that quickly adapts to dynamic environments. SKILLS * Budgets * Financial Analysis * SQL * Forecasts * Data Visualization * Excel * Financial Modeling * Reporting * Power BI

A commercially focused Financial Director & Board Director with a wide portfolio of experience, spanning from hospitality & leisure, business feasibility planning to digital sales, recruitment, membership management and recurring revenue business models. Driven and ambitious industry is not a barrier. Passionate about working in dynamic businesses. Experienced in a broad range of stakeholder funding models including private equity and venture capital-backed businesses. Excels at applying informed knowledge of key business metrics into strategic planning and innovation. Motivated by delivering significant strategic impact. Committed to environmental sustainability, health & wellbeing, and social responsibility. KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES ● Experienced legally responsible company director:            o Providing strategic guidance and leadership on transformative solutions            o Logical and balanced approach to decision-making            o Revenue generation analysis            o Navigation of complex ownership structures, including investment funds ● Competent in all elements of the accounting function, including but not limited to:            o Management accounts and preparation of board packs            o Management of working capital            o Budgeting and forecasting            o Statutory responsibilities            o Payroll, including the introduction of IR35. ● Highly computer literate:            o Fully versant in the Microsoft Office suite of programs            o Experienced user of multiple commercial accounting platforms, including Xero            o Experienced user of multiple customer relationship management (CRM) systems            o Experienced user of commercial project management tools            o Understanding of website success metrics and virtual shop management ● Operational management:            o Understands the importance of knowing the business from the ground up            o Team player, providing clear leadership, focus and support            o Management of key stakeholder requirements and relationships            o Liaison with internal and external customers and suppliers            o Ability to train and deliver financial information to non-financial team members ● Values personal integrity at every level of professional life

Linkdin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackfrangou/ A high-performing strategic leader, with an astute, empathetic, pragmatic and results-oriented approach, I am committed to enabling the full realisation of ambitious organisational vision and goals. With a significant multi-industry record of success across complex corporate and start-up environments within diverse senior finance function and transformational project management roles. Extensive FP&A, Commercial and Change & Transformation experience. Over 15 years’ industry experience within Global Charities, Construction/Asset Management, Property, Rail, Outsourcing and PFI/Consortium Design, Build & Operate (DBO). Key areas of expertise include; detailed FP&A for up to 25 years on SAP/BPC/Hyperion/Brixx, commercial investment appraisal, business partnering, contract bidding & negotiation, major projects, long term strategic planning and business change programmes. Management of local and regional finance teams delivering financial planning, management reporting and statutory accounts, and reporting to executive directors and boards. KPMG and mid-tier internal and external audit experience within EMEA and Australia for 9 years in 20 countries including Media, IT/Technology, Construction, Retail, Manufacturing, Housing Associations and Charities.

Skills Corporate finance Internal control management Accounting management Preparing financial statements Financial planning Budget development Financial Management Bookkeeping Finance Account Reconciliation