Financial Planning Analyst with Advanced Excel Modeling

SKILLS

ASC *** (Experienced)

ASC *** (Expert)

US GAAP (Expert)

IFRS (Experienced)

Microsoft

Dynamics 365 (Experienced)

Power Point & BI (Expert)

Excel` (Expert)

NetSuite (Expert)

OLAP (Experienced)

Power Pivot (Experienced)

VBA (Experienced)

SAP FI/CO (Experienced)

Six Sigma (Experienced)

SQL (Experienced)

Access (Expert)

Office 365 (Expert)

DBase (Expert)

Management

Consulting (Expert)

LANGUAGES

Business -2

English -2

French (Native)

Italian -2

Spanish (Native)

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

I will bring three main benefits to the table. First is my ability to impact the bottom line through tested management and control procedures. Second is the talent to enhance financial discipline in the senior management group through example and leadership. Third is my confidence in working across a wide variety of industries, situations, and responsibilities. Furthermore, my international heritage and experience enhanced my professional skills with a multicultural understanding of business. EMPLOYMENT

Chief Financial Officer

Peuterey Group New York, United States

Apr 2012 - Present

Responsible for managing all financial functions of the Company's business affairs in the USA

Primary functions include strategic planning, budgeting, ensuring proper accounting procedures are followed, and GAAP compliance Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO, supporting their efforts in managing growth

Provide day-to-day leadership and management guidance that mirrors the corporate mission and core values

Be proactive, manage growth successfully, and take a hands-on approach Communicate and engage with the Management Team in Italy, as well as with Planning and Reporting, Systems, Treasury, Tax, Inventory, and Cost controls, and the implementation of POS and ERP

Finance consultant

Vitteaux ltd Brooklyn, United States

Jun 2008 - Oct 2025

As the Senior Controller for Lady M, overseeing multiple locations and divisions involved in the retail and manufacturing of cakes, my responsibilities include reporting, reconciliation, and the month-end closing process. Served as Consulting COO & CFO for firms including US IT Fashion Group

(Luxury Fashion Group Pierre Balmain, Karl Lagerfeld, Lois Hill, Anichini) and Auction House Philatelic and Art (Arthur Maury Corp.) JEAN-ROBERT KUHN

TREASURER AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

**************@**.** +1-646-***-**** 171 State street Brooklyn US Provided senior financial and operational management services with a full complement of executive competencies, from strategy, P&L, and Finance through oversight of Manufacturing, IT, Marketing, and HR Performed evaluations through internal audits and restructured companies to bring them to an international level, focusing on creating more value for shareholders

Performed all due diligence necessary for an IPO in the French secondary market Reorganized the companies within the group to prepare for the IPO and managed relations with numerous investors to raise capital, successfully obtaining venture capital financing

Managed over 36 retail stores and established a new purchasing department, implementing policies to manage the company's purchasing activities Established procedures for optimal inventory and profitability. Appraised vendor relations, renegotiated contracts, enhancing cost management and cash flow Tutored department heads, district managers, and store managers in statement review to enhance the value of management tools and raise productivity and profitability

Managed bank loans and worked out negotiations throughout the settlement talks

Chief Financial Officer

Versace usa New York, United States

Jan 2005 - Nov 2008

Managed a challenging situation and developed a turnaround strategy within global restructuring.

Formulated and administered financial goals and objectives through effective planning, budgeting, and reporting

Restructured the retail division, addressing information systems to retail operations

Handled legal matters and licensing contracts

Managed the closures of all unprofitable stores in the United States Successfully renegotiated long-term lease exits at minimal cost Redefined strategic planning and new financial orientations for the group in the USA in collaboration with headquarters

Actively involved in negotiations "first cost" with lawyers and US Customs to implement a cost policy that reduced incoming costs by 20% Redesigned logistics operations, leading to improved timely delivery to department stores and increased sales

Initiated stringent operational controls to enhance expense accounting Responsible for implementing Oracle Finance in the American subsidiary Resulted in faster and smoother financial closing, consolidation, and reporting by introducing operational efficiencies

Focused on building a stronger corporate culture and fostering staff development Chief Financial Officer at ITF USA Inc. (IT

USA Holding)

ITF USA New York, United States

Jan

2003

- Dec

2004

Joint venture with IT Holding and ICR

Distributor of Gianfranco Ferré, Cavalli, and Gigli Perfumes Hired by the Italian group ICR to organize the start-up of an American Company Implemented and executed the P&L strategies for the American market Subsequent involvement included planning and control functions, staff management, vendor and customer relations, operations flow, and risk management

Treasurer & VP Finance

IT HOLDINGS USA New York, United States

May 1998 - Dec 2003

Vice President of finance and administration at IT USA holding Inc. (6 Years). Throughout mergers and acquisitions, a new American holding was planned for implementation.

Created financial plans and corporate goals. Restructured operations. Managed creditor, bank, attorney, and accountant relations for reorganization support. Developed and administered financial goals and objectives through planning, budgeting, and reporting.

Guaranteed availability of required financial resources to support the increase in revenues from 10 to 80 million USD.

Assessed additional business opportunities through cost analysis and market impact projections, and planned long- and short-term financial corporate strategies in collaboration with the president.

Assessed legal issues, including contracts with distributors and transfer pricing with governmental agencies.

Reviewed all human resources issues within each affiliate. Evaluated all aspects of risk management and insurance. Spearheaded projects to allow the use of advanced techniques such as EDI, and improved operating control and efficiency through the update of the Company's aging accounting and back-office systems.

Executive Vice President

LAVAZZA Premium Coffees Corp New York, United States Jan 1991 - May 1998

Enhanced operational efficiency, resulting in a budget improvement of $2 millions, by managing financial and logistical tasks. Established all accounting departments during the startup phase, which encompassed finance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, credit collections, office services, and inventory control. Managed all IT systems and designed models for accounting and commercial software packages.

Built and launched 6 accounting departments during startup phase including finance and inventory control.

Directed IT systems management and developed 3 accounting and commercial software models.

Improved operational efficiency, increasing budget savings by $2 million through financial and logistical management.

Controller

LAVAZZA France Fontenay-sous-Bois, France

Sep 1984 - Dec 1991

Oversaw financial aspects and cost control, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports

Prepare budgets and variance analysis

EDUCATION

ESIAE University Dauphine

Bachelor's Degree in Finance and Economics Paris, France

- May 1984

CUSTOM SECTION

Certifications

CFA Level 1 preparation exam

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