Thomas Tsolakis Email & Phone Number

Nicosia, Cyprus

Nicosia, Cyprus

Nicosia, Cyprus

- Responsible for preparing the five-year Business plan. - Preparing investment proposals for business development purposes, including the preparation of DCFs.- Oversee the monthly financial reporting process.- Re-evaluate and re-design internal processes with the purpose of enhancing existing controls and establish efficiencies in our processes.- Lead the financial audit process from Client's side.

Nicosia, Cyprus

- Senior manager in charge of the Assurance transformation team, responsible for the adoption of network developed tools and the design and implementation of technology solutions and processes to be applied locally.- In charge of a team of 15 associates and seniors, serving some of the most reputable Insurance companies in Cyprus, as well as other reputable firms in the utilities and manufacturing space. - Responsible for the budgeting and resource allocation process of the Financial Services group of Assurance.

Cyprus

New York

Promoted to manager after completing a year in a manager acting role.In charge of a team serving one of the biggest mutual insurance clients in the United States.Running the economics of the engagement team, ensuring adherence to budget, monitoring over-runs, negotiating audit fees and devising ways on how to achieve efficiencies whilst maintaining quality.

New York Metro

· Engaged on the audit of financial guarantee and a property and casualty insurance companies, achieving to effectively manage my time between the two engagements during busy season· Review, supervision and evaluation of a team of 5 associates· Engagement performance & Quality (EPQ) champion, responsible for creating a balanced work-life schedule, incorporating flexibility and ensuring both internal and client deadlines are met· Evaluation and testing of client’s internal controls, identifying areas for achieving efficiencies through changes in processes and controls· Worked on auditing the acquisition of a competitor

Cyprus

· Worked on a range of client engagements, including a leading life insurance company, Cyprus Stock Exchange, reputable investment holding firms and a highly regarded retail company· Actively involved on engagement economics, ensuring adherence to budgets, proper planning and variance analysis · Engaged on multiple clients at the same time, having to manage several tasks and prioritise time between engagements· Provided coaching and guidance to associates

Nicosia, Cyprus

· Assumed full responsibility in ensuring completion of work within deadlines· Actively contributed to team discussions, making suggestions on how to modify audit tests to enhance efficiency

June 2009 ­ July 2009 · Worked with a team in auditing customers' financial statements, gaining significant knowledge on how to interpret and analyse financial statements. · Reviewed financial statements before the final draft was released to senior management. · Prepared Bank and solicitor letters.

2008 ­ Aug.2008 · Ensured that all the "Know your customer" documents and information were attained, certifying that all the necessary money-laundering precautions were taken. · Investigated client's activities in order to ensure justification of funds transfer. · Identified and verified clients' ultimate beneficial owners according to company's legal documents.

July 2005 ­ Aug. 2007 · Administered the entertainment centre of the Battalion, which involved the management of a £10,000 budget, completion of orders and book-keeping. · Trained new recruits on Mortars and conducted classes on a variety of subjects, which included battle tactics and arsenal maintenance on a daily basis. · In charge of the Battalion's mortar squads, consisted of 30 soldiers.

Aca

Achieved first attempt pass for all ACA exams

Msc, Finance, Merit

Modules include: Risk Management, Asset Markets and Corporate Finance

Bsc, Economics, First Class Honors

High School, Economics