15Y + successful Management experience in all phases of Auditing, Controlling and Finance. Recognised as a hands-on and focused Professional, with extensive command of Media and Entertainment industry. Achieved reputation of resourceful and committed problem-solver, assertive negotiator and reliable change driver. Experienced international traveller, in possession of a solid blend of Language and People skills as well as of keen commercial instinct. Thrives in fast-paced and complex organisations across cultural barriers.
Kantar Group France, Head of Accounting, Controlling & Compliance Since 2016 Finance Lead for Kantar in France, in charge of 11 Operating Companies (Opcos), managing a Finance team of 46 employees (4 direct reports). Responsible for Reporting, Decision Support, Accounting and Tax, Sox and local compliance, transaction processing with the aim of aligning and simplifying all day-to-day financial operations, in charge of the relationship with the banks, counsels, auditors, advisors.
Company Description
Kantar (part of WPP) 2011-2018
Kantar is the world's largest data analytics and brand consulting group. Formerly owned by WPP, a major international player in advertising and marketing services. France is the 4th biggest Kantar market worldwide, with 260m$ revenue, 15% OP, 1600+ staff.
