Nikolaos Kefalas
Financial Controller
Alimos
Summary
High qualified professional with broad knowledge in audit, internal control, reporting for the Top Management, structure of companies, able to organize and develop the Accounting / Finance Department and the reporting procedures. Experienced in US GAAP, IFRS and SOX.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Financial Controller
Private Shipping Company
Athens, Attica
02.2011 - Current
- Supervision of all accounting and financial transactions.
- Preparation of the Quarter and Annual Financial Statements
- Lead the internal and external audit for the closing of the annual accounts.
- Presentation of monthly cost reports, financial future planning and valuation of weekly cash flow report to the top management.
- Negotiation with the banks regarding the long term debt of the company and other financial products.
- Design and supervision of automated procedures that result in cost deduction and recorded efficiency.
- Preparation of various business plans for potential investors and funds.
- Design of legal entities structure, preparation of all minutes of meetings and all necessary transactions
Chief Accounting Officer
Alassia Newships Management Inc.
Athens
08.2009 - 11.2010
- Supervision of all accounting and financing activities.
- Preparation of the annual / quarter financial statements and all the material requested from the auditors for the annual audit
- Produce and manage Cash flow Roll forward and various financial presentations and reports for the top management.
- Day to day supervision and control of all working legislations and company’s tax liabilities.
Accountant
Safety Management Overseas S.A.
Athens
12.2007 - 08.2009
- Preparation and supervision of all accounting activities for a fleet of six vessels.
- In charge for the internal audit of the Accounts Department for the exit of Quarters.
- Preparation of the documentation requested from the external auditors for the annual closing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Department of Accountancy
Technical Educational Institute of Piraeus
Athens, Greece 03.2002 - 12.2006
Skills
Financial planning and analysis, including forecasting, budgeting, and long-term strategic planning
Proficiency in financial reporting, compliance, and preparation of detailed financial statements in accordance with GAAP or IFRS
Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing accounting teams and collaborating with executive management
Solid understanding and experience with financial software and advanced Excel skills, and financial modeling
Experience with raising capital, investment management, and working with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial consultants
Timeline
Financial Controller
Private Shipping Company
02.2011 - Current
Chief Accounting Officer
Alassia Newships Management Inc.
08.2009 - 11.2010
Accountant
Safety Management Overseas S.A.
12.2007 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Department of Accountancy
Technical Educational Institute of Piraeus
03.2002 - 12.2006
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