Senior Executive Business Strategy

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NICOLAS CHRISTOPHER MATTHEWS

St. Catherine, Jamaica, W.I.

Tel: 1-876-***-**** Email: ***************@*******.*** SENIOR EXECUTIVE FINANCE & BUSINESS STRATEGY LEADER Accomplished Senior Executive with over 20 years of expertise in business strategy execution, financial planning, forecasting, and general management. Proven track record in driving business transformation, optimizing operations, and leading high-performance teams across multiple industries including Media, Broadcasting, Telecommunications, Retail, Distribution and Consulting. Adept at managing multi-million-dollar budgets, streamlining processes, and fostering growth within multinational organization. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Planning & Execution

• Business Transformation & Change Management

• Corporate Finance & Asset Management

• Cost Accounting & Control

• Treasury Management (Managed over U$100M in cash resources)

• Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Auditing & Regulatory Compliance

• Contract Negotiations & Vendor Management

• Financial Reporting & Analysis

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SportsMax Limited, Kingston, Jamaica W.I. / I.M.C. International Media Content Ltd, Barbados, W.I.

Chief Executive Officer Jul 2021 – Aug 2024

Led the strategic direction and operations of a multinational media content distributor and producer, overseeing channel distribution in over 30 countries.

• Spearheaded the company’s business strategy and transformation, optimizing revenue growth, cost structures and operational efficiencies.

• Secured 88% capital investment, leading to the buyout of existing shareholders.

• Executing the multi-million development in its broadcast studios, headend, production and office facilities

• Drove a year-on-year revenue growth, achieving double revenue targets in FY2021/22. 2 . N. Matthews

• Streamlined operational efficiency and optimize resource usage to maximise revenue growth.

• Negotiated major contracts with local and international partners, delivering optimal value for the company.

VP & Chief Financial Officer Dec 2012 – Jun 2021 Directed the financial, operations and strategy for SportsMax, overseeing financial planning, revenue assurance, cash optimization and business performance across all markets.

• Led cost optimization and business development initiatives, improving profitability.

• Managed consolidated financials, statutory reports, and board-level presentations.

• Streamlined operational efficiency, financial reporting, ensuring timely and accurate monthly reports to maximise shareholder value.

• Ensured successful execution of internal, external, and statutory audits.

• Implemented performance indicators that enhanced business agility and response times. Digicel Group, Kingston, Jamaica W.I.

Finance Controller – Operations, Retail and Distribution Jun 2010 – Nov 2012

• Managed consolidated financials for four international markets, overseeing statutory packs, financial statements, and board reports.

• Contributed to sales optimization and cost management initiatives across the group.

• Led successful contract negotiations, driving cost efficiencies and value for the business. Finance Manager Apr 2008 – Jun 2010

• Provided financial oversight and analysis for the company’s operations, reporting on key metrics and ensuring compliance with auditing standards.

• Supervised a team of 8 accountants and delivered high-level analysis to support key business decisions.

Senior Financial Accountant Apr 2007 – Mar 2008

• Managed financial aspects of prepaid services, revenue reporting, and operational expenditures.

• Led the month-end reporting process and operational expense analysis. Financial Accountant Jun 2004 – Mar 2007

• Managed the company’s cash resources, ensuring optimal investment returns.

• Conducted cash flow forecasting, exchange rate analysis, and debt repayment management.

3 . N. Matthews

The Gleaner Company Limited, Kingston, Jamaica W.I. Internal Auditor Jan 2002 – Jun 2004

• Planned and executed audits, designed audit programs, and recommended cost-saving measures.

• Collaborated on internal control reviews, contributing to business process improvements. Grant Thornton International (Formerly - Mair Russell & Partners), Kingston, Jamaica W.I.

Auditor Jan 2000 – Dec 2001

• Audited financial statements, applied auditing principles, and prepared tax computations for major clients, including hotels, financial institutions, and manufacturing firms. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• MBA, Manchester Business School - Affiliate

• Chartered Certified Accountant (Affiliate), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

• Certified Accounting Technician (CAT), ACCA

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), ISACA References available upon request.

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