15Y + successful Management experience in all phases of Auditing, Controlling and Finance. Recognised as a hands-on and focused Professional, with extensive command of Media and Entertainment industry. Achieved reputation of resourceful and committed problem-solver, assertive negotiator and reliable change driver. Experienced international traveller, in possession of a solid blend of Language and People skills as well as of keen commercial instinct. Thrives in fast-paced and complex organisations across cultural barriers.
Initially recruited as Senior Business Analyst at Disney EMEA Headquarters and rapidly advanced to Manager of 10 auditors and an assistant and Head of the Compliance Audit Department, a division generating m$ 3 a year of revenues amongst a portfolio of 900 Publishing, Toys, Softlines and Hardlines Licensees.
Detailed Description
Orchestrated Audit planning with Local Offices and Licensees (115 full scope Audits a year). Performed high materiality On-site reviews (15 a year) through out Europe, Middle East and Africa. Assessed standards & practices, supervised reviews performed (fieldwork /Audit Reports issuance). Responsible for monthly forecasting, 5 year strategic plan and reporting to Senior Management Collaborated with 12 local offices, interacted with Finance, Creative, International Labour Standard and Legal departments on contract breaches and improvements.
Performance highlights: Collected Monetary Audit Findings of m$ 5 in FY02 (versus a m$ 3 Initial Budget) Streamlined costs and saved m$ 0.5 versus Budget (return on costs 232%). Directed departmental relocation, recruitment and Headcount Management of 10 Auditors.
Company Description
Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is a division of The Walt Disney Company that engages in merchandizing of the Disney brand and Disney properties, including Disney movies and The Disney Channel television shows. Its merchandise includes apparel, toys, home décor, books, magazines, interactive games, food and beverages, stationery, electronics, and animation art. The Disney Store, which debuted in 1987, also falls under DCP. Disney is the world's largest licensor.
