Manager Financial Analyst

Thomas Ross

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Dedicated finance professional with 15+ years of experience, providing decision support analytics to senior executives. Full P&L coverage history with extensive focus on expense analysis, with concentrations in technology, operations and compensation / personnel expenses. I am looking to secure a role to bring immediate and strategic value and continue to further develop my skill set.

Professional Experience

Hong Kong Jockey Club, Hong Kong, September 2017 – January 2019

Financial Controller / IT Project Manager

Project Financial Controller for a large scale, next generation wagering systems

Responsible for all FP&A aspects including monthly reporting, payroll allocations, time sheet audits, CAPEX spending and liquidity requirements for Treasury

Innovated resource management reporting for senior stakeholders and partnering departments

Self Employed, Hong Kong, October 2015 – September 2017

Consultant

Prepared financial statements for audit, instilled operational protocols and automated processes related to accounting and finance systems

Financial and strategic consulting for small businesses and Family Office operations

HSBC, Hong Kong, October 2013 – August 2015

Senior Planning & Analysis Manager / Program Manager

Program Manager for unstructured new initiatives to evolve into BAU programs or processes

Engaged with COO office on employee development and engagement programs

Led efforts to expand global drive of Call Center Social Media program in the APAC region

Coordinated regional launch of the FinTech program and partnered with the Global Innovation Team to ensure a successful debut

Nomura, Hong Kong, September 2011 – June 2013

Compensation Controller

Responsible for all FP&A activities related to Personnel Expenses for the Asia Pacific region

Re-engineered and automated operational processes for more efficient and effective reporting

Managed headcount key performance indicators, account verification and financial ledger approval as well as Fiscal / Run-Rate total compensation analysis

Built and maintained Recruiting Incentives database to tracking Sign On / Cash and Stock Buyouts

Conducted Optimization studies calculating exit costs and future savings across all divisions

Calculated monthly divisional cross-border charges / allocations

Credit Suisse, Hong Kong, April 2009 – June 2011

Workforce Analytics Manager

Managed Data Integrity, reporting on: Headcount Forecasting, Performance Management, Mobility, Engagement Surveys, Corporate Citizenship, Diversity and Workforce Optimization

Streamlined activity workflow to guide initiatives focusing on Human Capital Portfolio and intra-departmental liaison to meet Global requirements and deadlines

Determined ‘Best in Class’ performers by product and title bands and tailored individual development plans for future career growth and development

Authored advanced analytical / econometric studies focused on Competitor Analysis and Workforce Performance then collaborated with Recruiting to validate test lateral hiring strategies

Conducted historical studies on title banding and effective gains around yearly promotions

Partnered in large-scale initiatives such as promotions and year-end compensation

Credit Suisse, Hong Kong, June 2008 – March 2009

Forensic Compliance Analyst

Mitigated financial and reputational risk on cases related to escalated regulatory inquiry including Options, Equity Structured Products and Convertible Securities

Conducted market studies on fund flows, market comparisons in accordance to regulatory changes, underwriter performance and sub-index correlations

Back-tested data on multiple securities products to mitigate future regulatory concerns

Thomson Reuters, Hong Kong, July 2007 – January 2008

Senior Regional Financial Analyst

Lead finance professional for several front office operations in the Asia Pacific region

Responsible for all FP&A activities including P&L budgeting, forecasting, investment planning and variance / performance analysis to clients and senior management

Partnered with Accounting in various locations to ensure financial compliance

Thomson Reuters, New York, February 2006 – July 2007

Senior Financial Analyst

Financial Controller for Technology and Product Development divisions

Provided support for ad-hoc projects such as portfolio optimization and competitive intelligence

Responsible for continued integration of new reports in support of strategic initiatives directed

Partnered with Procurement to ensure optimization of vendor management

JPMorgan Chase, New York, November 2002 – October 2005

Financial Controller

Responsible for FP&A and management of Technology Infrastructure budgets in excess of $500m

Implemented tracking and reporting on annual CAPEX investments of $125m

Consolidated financial activities of IT divisions during mergers

Conducted infrastructure audits resulting in material savings

JPMorgan Chase, New York, June 1999 – November 2002

Technical Officer

Responsible for FP&A and management of Business Services Operations with budgets of $200m

Calculated inter-office allocations pricing models for shared services

Led efforts in monthly allocation recoveries

Education

Pepperdine University

Malibu, California (USA), 1999

Masters of Business Administration, Finance

Rutgers University

New Brunswick, New Jersey (USA), 1995

Bachelor of Arts, Economics

Languages

Fluent in English and German

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