Daniele LAI
Lampenistenstraat **, **** TK – Amsterdam, The Netherlands
S. Polo 1267, 30125 – Venice, Italy
T: +31.6.43829792; email: *******@*****.**
Age: 31 y.o. Nationality: Italian
Profile
A young European graduate with broad knowledge in the fields of economics and accountancy.
This knowledge base developed during a five years of university and five years work
experience. Has the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people, and demonstrate
creativity, innovation and initiative. Flexible, open-minded, easygoing and can function either
on his own or as part of a team. Computer literate: MS Office, browsers, Pascal, Vantive, Html,
Mastro and Hyperion (reporting system), Swap and Sun (accounting systems).
I would like to take the opportunity to challenge myself within a new professional experience.
My objectives are to improve my knowledge of finance and accountancy, while nurturing my
talent and take my career to the next level.
Education
2005 Master in international project management and marketing
2003 Degree (5 years + thesis) in Economics (Economia e Commercio)
University “Ca’ Foscari” of Venice.
Final thesis in Economia Internazionale. Mark: 90/110
2002 Erasmus Programme (4 months) in Amsterdam, Universiteit Van Amsterdam
1997 High School Degree in Accountant (5 years), I.T.C. Paolo Sarpi -Venezia.
Mark: 52/60
Employment and Internships
Sept 2006 – Present
Financial Reporting Analyst
Eni International BV, Amsterdam. - Subsidiary of ENI S.p.A., Worldwide Oil and Gas Company
http://www.eni.it/en_IT/home.html
description: responsible for monthly, quarterly and reporting activities for entities operating in
Transport and Sale of natural gas (forecast, financial statement, cash flow and financial
planning, bank reconciliation and inter-company reconciliation, monitor and update the
accounting system, treasury transactions).
Develop variance analysis of sales and purchases for Gas Division. Carry out an analytical
review of data, comparing them with forecast, budget and previous year. Identify errors and
unusual fluctuations mainly relates to Revenues, Operating Expenses (Opex) and Payroll,
Capital Expenditure (Capex), Interests and Other Items, Inventory.
Provide analysis of shareholders’ investments (Net Equity Evaluation vs. Cost Evaluation; IFRS
accounting principles).
Liaise with personnel in the subsidiaries worldwide and collaborate with external auditors
during the annual and semi-annual audit. Manage the accounting systems. Maintain records for
all business transactions. Produce reports for management on specific projects.
Local Vat declaration. Report to the Dutch Central Bank.
Jan 2006 – July 2006
General A ccountant
Liassidi Palace, Venice
description: responsible for overseeing all accounting functions (month end close process,
debits/credits, reconciliation, etc.), management of payroll, General Ledger functions and
employees. Credit and Collection activities and processes (B2B Credit Management).
Sept 2005 – Dec 2005
Customer Relationship Management and technical support
Teletech, Belfast
description: CRM, accounting and E-commerce.
Jun 2005 – July 2005
Junior export area manager
Formia srl, Venice
description: managing and developing business operations. Prospect and set up new Sales
networks. Develop plan for growing sales and profitability in target markets.
Jan 2005 – May 2005
Management and tax consultant, accountant
Studio associato Sorarù, Venice
description: budget, preparation and monitoring of periodic accounts; preparation of payment
instructions and Iva and Unico; preparation of leases and contracts of employment; monitoring
of bank accounts; assistant financial.
Sep 2003 – Dec 2004
Auditor, General Accountant
Studio Vianello&Zerbo, Venice
description: responsible for accounting and reporting functions and day-to-day financial
control; analyze business and financial performance for business units; ensure compliance of
accounting reports with approved accounting regulations and standards; undertake any other
accounting, able to keep full set of account or financial functions as assigned.
2003
Assistant lecturer in International Economics and Macroeconomics
(Prof. Mengarelli).
Languages
Italian: first language
English: fluent
Hobbies and Interests
Traveling, Reading, Skiing, Basketball, Art, Football