Experience

Sea to Summit Global

• Australia
• Sporting Goods Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Global FP&A Manager

  • Oct 2022 - Present

  Sydney, New South Wales, Australia



BRP

• Canada
• Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Head of FP&A for APAC (Asia Pacific)

  • Aug 2019 - Nov 2021

  Sydney, Australia Bombardier Recreational Products is a manufacturer of snowmobiles (Ski-doo), Jetsky (Sea Doo), ATV and motorcycles (Can-Am) with AUD$6.8B global turnover - Manage the timely and accurate annual financial budget, forecasting and financial statement processes compliant to budget and forecasting standards. Presenting the budget/Forecast to the APAC leadership team (including General Manager) and Sr. International Leadership team (all globe excluding North America // inclusive of the Vice… Show more Bombardier Recreational Products is a manufacturer of snowmobiles (Ski-doo), Jetsky (Sea Doo), ATV and motorcycles (Can-Am) with AUD$6.8B global turnover - Manage the timely and accurate annual financial budget, forecasting and financial statement processes compliant to budget and forecasting standards. Presenting the budget/Forecast to the APAC leadership team (including General Manager) and Sr. International Leadership team (all globe excluding North America // inclusive of the Vice President of International and Global FP&A Director) • Act as a strong liaison and support to the Regional General Manager APAC and provide analytic and reporting support according to company reporting requirements. • Establish and implement strategic business plans and governance frameworks to ensure proactive and diligent management of risks and financial controls, escalating issues as needed to facilitate quick resolution • Compile the EOM APAC financial reports by consolidating all countries (ANZ + Japan + China + South East Asia), including commentaries on variances analysis and presenting monthly to the leadership management team (including the General Manager) in the region // quarterly to the Corporate Finance leadership team (including C-suit executives like Vice President of FP&A and Controllership). • Lead management accounting reporting & analysis to aid commercial decisions • Review weekly KPIs including insight & commentary • Assist in the preparation of papers for Board & General Manager meetings • Proactively collaborate with the Commercial/Marketing team in profitability initiatives affecting the region, such as new commercial policies, new products and others • Support the business in all APAC countries with analytical review & trend analysis to aid the Country Managers with their budget/forecast targets • Partake in overall profit improvement projects • Lead, coach and manage a team of finance people (1 Sr Analyst + 1 Jr Analyst in ANZ / 1 Finance Leader in Japan) Show less



Travelport

• United Kingdom
• Information Technology & Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• FP&A and Commercial Finance Manager

  • Jun 2015 - Aug 2019

  Sydney, Australia In this capacity, I oversaw and coordinated day-to-day financial management activities particularly delivering accurate and timely budget and forecasts in the APAC region to ensure compliance to legislative and regulatory requirements. I prepared and produced timely APAC monthly variance analysis, budget and forecasts and prior year reports for senior executives and coordinated financial responses for estimates. Skilled and experienced at financial management and governance, I provided… Show more In this capacity, I oversaw and coordinated day-to-day financial management activities particularly delivering accurate and timely budget and forecasts in the APAC region to ensure compliance to legislative and regulatory requirements. I prepared and produced timely APAC monthly variance analysis, budget and forecasts and prior year reports for senior executives and coordinated financial responses for estimates. Skilled and experienced at financial management and governance, I provided insights to help senior management understand future expectations in developing accurate forecasts and budgets. I led, mentored and developed an internal team to support finance, business planning and budgeting; driving best practices to maximise efficiency and growth. I administered and reviewed financial plans and budgets, monitored progress and changes and kept senior leadership team abreast of the organisation’s financial status. Key Achievements: • Recognised for developing and implementing a pricing model for products bundled across the APAC region with considerations on specific rack rates, discounts and tax legislation of the country. • Initiated the introduction and implementation of a consolidated variance analysis model for customers investment (commercial incentives and commissions) for all APAC countries by customer level leading to an accurate analysis, accuracy and better comprehension of the regional financial performance. Show less



NYTT Financial Managment

• Finance Consultant

  • Aug 2014 - May 2015

  Sydney, Australia As a Financial Consultant, I directed, controlled and administered the financial activities of the organisation such as end of month financials, midmonth forecasts and variances reporting ensuring audit requirements are met in accordance with accounting best practices. I provided the business with the financial reporting, analysis and indicators that are needed to drive the business and made decisions whilst providing direct management for financial control and reporting. With a proven… Show more As a Financial Consultant, I directed, controlled and administered the financial activities of the organisation such as end of month financials, midmonth forecasts and variances reporting ensuring audit requirements are met in accordance with accounting best practices. I provided the business with the financial reporting, analysis and indicators that are needed to drive the business and made decisions whilst providing direct management for financial control and reporting. With a proven ability to put forward sound strategic recommendations, I implemented a robust reporting framework and streamlined processes through a centralised solution. I continuously evaluated the group’s system of internal controls to make sure that the financial integrity of data across the business is sustained. I collaborated with key stakeholders across the group, continuously championed improvements across business, finance an administration controls. Show less



PepsiCo

• United States
• Food and Beverage Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Planning Co-ordinator

  • Jan 2013 - Jul 2013

  Brazil As a Financial Planning Coordinator, I supervised the preparation of the month-end and year-end accounts and annual budget and forecasts based on volume budgets, development plans and production. I delivered financial support to the Latin America, Caribbean Regions and USA Committee regarding budgets and forecasts. I provided compliant financial support to Brazilian Accounting and Control department regarding monthly results analysis for submission to the international controllership whilst… Show more As a Financial Planning Coordinator, I supervised the preparation of the month-end and year-end accounts and annual budget and forecasts based on volume budgets, development plans and production. I delivered financial support to the Latin America, Caribbean Regions and USA Committee regarding budgets and forecasts. I provided compliant financial support to Brazilian Accounting and Control department regarding monthly results analysis for submission to the international controllership whilst concurrently supervising one Junior Financial Planning Analyst. I took accountability of all commercial aspects of the production including capital expenditure review, liaison with external parties as well as outlining cost controls, budgets and cash flow management. I reviewed and prepared reconciliations of the balance sheet accounts, budgets and forecasts, and resolved open items to maintain financial control.

• Sales Finance Coordinator

  • Sep 2011 - Dec 2012

  Brazil As a Sales Finance Coordinator, I drafted and evaluated net sales projections for annual budgets and monthly forecasts, accounting records and other financial reports ensuring completeness, accuracy and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. I managed the monthly net sales variance analysis vs. budget vs. forecast and prior year ensuring standardised and streamlined calculations across the business. Leveraging industry expertise, I executed financial support to the sales team… Show more As a Sales Finance Coordinator, I drafted and evaluated net sales projections for annual budgets and monthly forecasts, accounting records and other financial reports ensuring completeness, accuracy and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. I managed the monthly net sales variance analysis vs. budget vs. forecast and prior year ensuring standardised and streamlined calculations across the business. Leveraging industry expertise, I executed financial support to the sales team regarding products, geographical and channel profitability across business units ensuring the timely, efficient and accurate reporting of the financial statements in accordance with the month end timetables, business control procedures and accounting standards. I created, analysed and provided assistance in the coordination of customer investment analysis regarding distributor, wholesale and organised trade distribution channels. I coordinated with external auditors on accounting concerns ensuring that they have been provided with complete records and data to conduct auditing of accounts.



Nestlé

• Switzerland
• Food and Beverage Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Financial Planning & Control Analyst

  • May 2010 - Sep 2011

  Brazil As a Senior Finance and Control Analyst, I took accountability of the monthly results analysis and presentation to the Brazilian executive committee and submission to the international committee (Latin America). I carried out capital expenditure (CAPEX) valuation and analysis, balance sheet, and working capital analysis and projections; outlining cost controls, budget and cash flow management. Banking strategic insight in finance, I developed and maintained key relationships internally… Show more As a Senior Finance and Control Analyst, I took accountability of the monthly results analysis and presentation to the Brazilian executive committee and submission to the international committee (Latin America). I carried out capital expenditure (CAPEX) valuation and analysis, balance sheet, and working capital analysis and projections; outlining cost controls, budget and cash flow management. Banking strategic insight in finance, I developed and maintained key relationships internally and externally to facilitate communication and deliver improved streamlined financial processes to support business efficiency. I streamlined the identification, measurement, management, reporting and controls in governance, risk and control environments, proactively seeking continuous improvements in financial management practices and processes. I adapted to changing priorities whilst working independently and collaboratively on multiple projects/programs to produce timely and quality financial documentation and reports.

• Jr II Financial Planning & Control Analyst

  • Jan 2009 - Apr 2010

  Brazil • Responsible for the Annual budget and Monthly Forecast; • Monthly results analysis and presentation to the Brazilian executive committee and submission to the international committee (Latin America); • New products investment financial analysis and project valuation; • Balance Sheet, Cash flow and Working Capital analysis and projections (Annual Budget, revisions and Forecasts); • Financial support to the Latin America Finance & Control committee, regarding Budgets, Forecasts and… Show more • Responsible for the Annual budget and Monthly Forecast; • Monthly results analysis and presentation to the Brazilian executive committee and submission to the international committee (Latin America); • New products investment financial analysis and project valuation; • Balance Sheet, Cash flow and Working Capital analysis and projections (Annual Budget, revisions and Forecasts); • Financial support to the Latin America Finance & Control committee, regarding Budgets, Forecasts and Estimates.



General Mills

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Jr II Financial Planning and Report Analyst

  • Mar 2008 - Dec 2008

  Brazil As a Junior Financial Planning and Report Analyst, I prepared and produced monthly financial report to required standard and deadline, communicating financial information effectively for the Group Executive. I analysed expenditure and maintained forecasting plans to provide and execute on data, information and insights for ensuring financial viability. Applying comprehensive expertise, I maintained effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure priorities and… Show more As a Junior Financial Planning and Report Analyst, I prepared and produced monthly financial report to required standard and deadline, communicating financial information effectively for the Group Executive. I analysed expenditure and maintained forecasting plans to provide and execute on data, information and insights for ensuring financial viability. Applying comprehensive expertise, I maintained effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure priorities and strategies were established and implemented in relation to the analysis and reporting of various programs. I accurately prepared and coordinated high quality financial responses for senate estimates and ad hoc requests, providing advisory level input and guidance into emerging issues and risks and recommending mitigation strategies. I worked cooperatively and collaboratively with senior leaders and colleagues to resolve complex issues, ensuring deliverables were in place within the set timeframe.

• Jr. Financial Planning and Reporting Analyst

  • Apr 2006 - Feb 2008

  Brazil .