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Amsterdam, Nh, Nl

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Sar

WALL offers a comprehensive range of professional services including audit, tax, risk management, IPO, merger and acquisition, business advisory, corporate restructuring, wealth succession consulting, ESG, and business and property valuation, etc.We are eager to introduce our professional services in greater details and explore the opportunities that we can meet your business needs. We look forward to a successful working relationship in the future.

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Xebia is a pioneering Software Engineering and IT consulting company, specialising in the intersection of Domain expertise and Technology to create global digital leaders. Rapidly expanding from two companies in the Netherlands to over 40 worldwide, Xebia is now back by private equity.Strategic objectives in support of the Group CFO:- Reporting Enhancement: Standardise and simplify reporting processes to ensure accuracy and timely delivery, enabling swift decision-making for top management and private investors- Executive Reporting: Professionalise executive reporting, including KPIs, to ensure organizational alignment- Forward-Looking Finance: Transition the finance focus from retrospective analysis to forward-looking operationsAdditional responsibilities:- Financial Leadership: Provide strategic financial support and insights to the Function Leaders and Business Units Managing Directors, enabling effective decision-making and strategic marketing. Identify key challenges, develop and implement timely solutions- Planning and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting and reporting processes, expanding across service lines and customer segments- System Implementation: Deploy Microsoft Dynamics to unify all companies under a single platform- ESG assessment: Prepare for ESG roll-out

Copenhagen, Capital Region, Denmark

In my most recent role, I oversee group's performance management cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, and target setting. Execute financial accountability measures for ensuring transparent reporting, delivering concise yet comprehensive financial information to instil stakeholder trust in managing resources. Assure timely delivery of reports to executive board. I provide strategic financial and analytical insights to executive board as a trusted partner. Direct all functions associated with scenario planning, comprising risk mitigation recommendations in response to changing business landscape. I develop materials for supervisory board and audit committee. Lead and direct a diverse and global team, whilst promoting inclusivity in the work environment. Assure smooth execution of operations by standardizing and automating reporting procedures. My key accomplishments for this role are:• Achieved significant improvement in operational cost efficiency and financial discipline.• Enhanced internal financial reporting quality and efficiency through effective management of the reporting team.• Transformed the function from traditional management accounting to extended planning and analysis.• Optimised finance IT systems for improved speed and user experience.• Provided strategic support to Group CEO, CFO, and Investor Relations in preparation for annual and quarterly announcements.

Asia

During this tenure, I led and directed a high-performing regional finance team for consistent achievement of set objectives. Serving as a finance partner, delivered strategic support to regional MD, CFO, and local market CFOs. Oversaw various functions, including budgeting, forecasting, performance management, financial analysis, and modelling; whilst providing recommendations for risk mitigation. Furthermore, I formulated and executed working capital and cashflow management strategies. Ensured integrity of financial reporting and systems, as well as divestments and acquisitions. Proactively addressed recommendations from group internal and external auditors, driving continuous improvements in the control environment.My key accomplishments for this role:• Optimised financial control across diverse markets by creating and executing robust plans.• Successfully standardised chart of accounts across 10 markets with different ERPs, improving reporting processes and accelerating reporting cycles.• Transformed finance function into strategic business partners, deriving business value by providing financial insights and recommendations for strategic decision making.• Advanced through two promotions, progressing from the role of IFRS Controller to Regional Finance Director and then to Regional Finance Senior Director by consistently meeting and exceeding performance expectations during employment.

Asia

Asia

From 2014 to 2017, I provided strategic financial input for projects in Asia, such as M&A, divestments and restructuring initiatives. I oversaw all aspects of purchase price allocation process, including valuation and assessment of accounting impacts on financial reporting. Furthermore, I managed and enhanced financial controls for quarterly and annual reporting, comprising valuation of put/call options and impairment tests. Conducted accounting training sessions to enhance the proficiency of local finance teams.The values I have driven in this role include the following:• Ensured smooth execution of improvement projects for International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in Asia, implementing operational and financial best practices.• Provided exceptional contributions in substantial merger of Chongqing Brewery Group in China, integrating 27 disparate brewing systems in Carlsberg Group's largest acquisition to date.• Enhanced reporting processes and overall efficiency by co-ordinating all functions associated with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.

Hong Kong

In this role, I executed financial analysis and provided effective guidance to assurance partners and managers to streamline key performance indicators in accordance with firm's strategic objectives. Utilised effective resource management skills for resources allocation of a department with 500+ professionals, ensuring deployment of right talents in suitable engagements.My achievements for this role:- Improved reporting processes and overall efficiency by co-ordinating all functions associated with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.- Achieved significant improvement in profitability of assurance engagements by allocating right resources at right timing.

Hong Kong And London

From 2001 to 2012, I evaluated complex financial and business matters, offering expert recommendations to clients. Led and directed large audit teams for assessments of financial controls. Collaborated with the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants and a renowned Big 4 accounting firm on forensic investigations related to a delisted company.My key accomplishment:• Guided a diverse range of client portfolios, including Experian Limited, Hutchison Telecom Hong Kong Holdings, The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc., The Walt Disney Company Limited, and Samsung C&T Corporation.

Education record

Mobilising People, Team Leadership Programme

Bachelor Of Business Administration (Major In Professional Accounting)

Hong Kong