Christodoulos Michailidis
Finance & Budget Management Specialist | Internal Controls, Data Analytics & ERP (SAP FICO)
Alexandroupolis
Summary
Finance and Budget Management professional with 9+ years’ experience in financial control, budgeting, procurement, and internal audits across public administration and multinational industrial environments. Certified and experienced in SAP S/4HANA Finance & Controlling (FICO), with strong expertise in managing OPEX and CAPEX cycles, financial planning, and variance analysis. Proven track record as an Internal Control Specialist, ensuring compliance, risk assessment, and process optimization in complex organizational settings. Skilled in transforming financial data into actionable insights through advanced data analytics and reporting (Power BI & MS Excel), while also proficient in producing accurate, high-quality documentation and reports in MS Word. Academic foundation includes an MBA in Finance & Data Analysis, an MSc in Business/Organizational Psychology (thesis on organizational efficiency), and a BA in Human Sciences (focus on Algebra & Statistics). Recognized for precision, transparency, and the ability to align financial strategies with business goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Professional Teacher With Financial Administrative Support
Greek Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports
10.2023 - Current
- Supported school payroll and expense management, validating financial documentation, invoices, and allowances.
- Assisted in budget planning, monitoring, and reporting, producing Excel-based summaries for inspections and audits.
- Maintained employee data on attendance, absences, and leaves, ensuring compliance with public regulations.
- Collaborated with administration to improve financial procedures and data accuracy.
- Led students through hands-on projects that promoted teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Co-Founder | Budget & Data Analytics Lead
ASEP PLUS
03.2023 - Current
- Co-founded and currently manage ASEP PLUS, an innovative mobile application designed to support adult learning and public sector exam preparation in Greece (more than 1000 users).
- Led budget management and allocation, ensuring optimal use of resources across development, marketing, and content creation.
- Directed data analytics on ads and expenses, tracking ROI from targeted social media campaigns (Facebook, Instagram).
- Implemented audience segmentation and ad optimization, increasing app engagement and downloads.
- Grew the customer base through targeted outreach and networking events.
Financial Control & Budget Management / Data Analyst
Elissaios Constructions IKE
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Executed financial controls and payroll support processes within SAP S/4HANA FI/CO.
- Prepared audit-ready reports and dashboards using advanced Excel and Power BI.
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful business reports.
Internal Control Specialist / Budget & Procurement Management
Best Foods Productions SRL
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Oversaw budget cycles (planning, monitoring, variance analysis), ensuring transparency and cost efficiency.
- Led procurement and warehouse operations, acting as final approver for production supply orders.
- Strengthened internal control frameworks, preparing detailed documentation for audits and compliance (ISO 9001 & IFS).
- Generated financial and risk dashboards using SAP S/4HANA, Excel and Power BI.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining findings from each audit engagement, providing valuable insights into areas requiring attention or improvement from management teams.
Warehouse & Budget Management Supervisor
Best Foods Productions SRL
12.2017 - 04.2019
- Directed warehouse operations and procurement approvals, ensuring production continuity while keeping expenses within budget.
- Managed warehouse expenses, supplier costs, and stock valuations, integrating financial oversight into daily logistics.
- Utilized SAP S/4HANA (Finance & Procurement) and MS Excel to track stock, expenses, and budget allocations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment to drive success.
- Developed budget variance reports and cost analyses, providing management with actionable insights for cost optimization.
- Designed dashboards and risk/cost evaluation sheets to assess financial and operational impact.
- Ensured seamless integration of logistics, production, and finance, supporting both operational efficiency and financial discipline.
Retail & Financial Control Associate
LIATOS EYTHYMIOS RETAIL SHOP
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Managed daily retail operations in a press & retail shop, including customer sales and product handling (magazines, newspapers, retail goods).
- Oversaw orders, receivables, payables, and deliverables, ensuring accurate cash flow and supplier payments.
- Utilized SoftOne ERP to record and reconcile transactions, monitor inventory, and manage supplier/customer accounts.
- Conducted quantitative research on consumer opinions related to taxation, compliance, and pricing, providing valuable insights for business decisions.
- Balanced operational responsibilities with financial tracking, strengthening both customer service skills and financial control capabilities.
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Nicosia
Nicosia, Cyprus08-2022
Master of Science - Psychology (Organizational Psychology)
University of East London (Metropolitan College)
London & Thessaloniki 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Human Sciences (Education)
Democritus University of Thrace
Alexandroupolis 04.2001 -
Skills
- Financial Control & Budgeting: Expertise in managing OPEX and CAPEX, ensuring accurate classification and reporting Skilled in end-to-end budget planning, monitoring, variance analysis, and cost optimization Experienced in preparing audit-ready financial and management reports to support strategic decision-making
- Procurement & Warehouse Management: Oversight of supplier orders, receivables/payables, inventory valuations, and expense allocation Hands-on ERP procurement workflows
- Internal Controls & Audit: Certified in Internal Control (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) with 2 years of professional experience as an Internal Control Specialist in a multinational food production company Skilled in risk assessment, process audits, and ensuring compliance with internal policies, financial frameworks, and regulatory standards
- ERP Systems Expertise: Proficient in SAP S/4HANA (FICO – Finance & Controlling, Procurement modules) and SoftOne ERP
- Data Analytics & Reporting: Google Data Analytics Certified; advanced use of Excel (pivot tables, Power Query, VBA, financial modeling) and Power BI (DAX, dashboards, forecasting); working knowledge of SQL
- Accounting & Financial Principles: Certified in Accounting Principles (International Business Management Institute, Berlin, Germany) Experienced in financial statement analysis, forecasting models, and profitability assessments
- Business Psychology & Organizational Efficiency: MSc in Organizational Psychology with applied research on the Big Five Personality Theory and workplace performance; expertise in linking personality traits and behavior to productivity, decision-making, and organizational effectiveness
- Languages & Communication: Multilingual (Greek native, English C2, Romanian C2, Spanish B2, German B1) Skilled in cross-cultural communication and technical documentation
- Problem-solving & Decision-making
Certification
SAP S/4HANA Finance & Controlling (FICO) – SAP SE
Timeline
Professional Teacher With Financial Administrative Support
Greek Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports
10.2023 - Current
Co-Founder | Budget & Data Analytics Lead
ASEP PLUS
03.2023 - Current
Financial Control & Budget Management / Data Analyst
Elissaios Constructions IKE
09.2021 - 06.2023
Internal Control Specialist / Budget & Procurement Management
Best Foods Productions SRL
04.2019 - 05.2021
Warehouse & Budget Management Supervisor
Best Foods Productions SRL
12.2017 - 04.2019
Retail & Financial Control Associate
LIATOS EYTHYMIOS RETAIL SHOP
09.2015 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Psychology (Organizational Psychology)
University of East London (Metropolitan College)
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Human Sciences (Education)
Democritus University of Thrace
04.2001 -
MBA - Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Nicosia
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