Michael G.-Interim Manager

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Interim Manager
Pixomondo Images GmbH & Co KG
- Provided technical support for tax reporting and reconciliations from IFRS to HGB with focus on IFRS 15 in an international environment
- Prepared missing documentation for annual audits of 2021 and 2022
- Served as single point of contact for tax authorities, tax advisors, and auditors
- Utilized SAP for reporting and design processes
Interim Finance Manager
Ascend Gene & Cell Therapies GmbH
- Coordinated statutory audit and process optimization in finance and related areas
- Delivered reporting to local management, Group FD, and CFO
- Implemented Oracle NetSuite ERP system
Interim Manager
Fonte Nova GmbH
- Developed automated data reconciliations from balance sheet and P&L to regulatory quarterly reporting under RechZahlV and ZahlprüfBV
- Selected pilot customer and populated the data warehouse for regulatory reporting
Interim Manager
TORC Deutschland GmbH Automation
- Reviewed purchase, goods receipt, and invoice processes through to payment
- Implemented internal controls and processed values from fragmented legacy systems into DATEV
Interim Controller
JG Weisser Söhne GmbH & Co KG
- Managed post-acquisition integration for internal reporting, annual planning, and forecasting by cost type
- Introduced IFRS 15 and IFRS 16 lease accounting
- Transitioned to cost of sales accounting method
- Coordinated audits and delivered on-the-job knowledge transfer in accounting
- Reconciled accounts for monthly closing and reported to executive management
Interim Manager
Combera GmbH Onsite Retail Advertising and Services
- Implemented SOx controls in newly acquired entity with emphasis on IFRS 15 contracts
- Acted as liaison for local department heads and internal audit covering all business processes
Interim Manager
Eve.io DE GmbH
- Conducted special project for shareholders reviewing expenditures for appropriate allocation
- Developed cash flow forecasting models
- Tracked COVID relief funding (Überbrückungshilfe)
- Augmented internal accounting processes in coordination with insurers and tax advisors
Interim Manager
International Campus GmbH
- Mapped and documented finance and accounting processes
- Identified existing and potential internal control points
- Conducted interviews with process owners and stakeholders
- Established daily and month-end IKS control points
- Supported documentation scope and reported to Director of Accounting
Interim Manager
Bartec Top Holding GmbH
- Internalized group consolidation function and developed month-end closing processes for 50 reporting units
- Implemented SAP ERP and Tagetik systems following recapitalization and restructuring
- Reported to Global Director Controlling and CFO using SAP ERP and LucaNet
Interim Manager
Jeld-Wen GmbH & Co KG
- Documented SOx processes including O2C, P2P, and FSP controls
- Conducted testing and identified control gaps
- Ensured quality of control documentation and tracked remediation
- Analyzed segregation of duties based on user roles across all business cycles
- Served as contact for internal and external auditors
Interim Head of Accounting
mytheresa.com GmbH
- Led an accounting team of 8–12 using MS Navision and DATEV
- Improved processes in order-to-cash and purchase-to-pay cycles
- Supported communication between procurement and sales
- Restructured the accounting department and reported to the CFO
Interim Manager
IDT Biologika GmbH
- Prepared documentation for intercompany transactions (transfer pricing)
- Analyzed intercompany stock, revenue, and expenses, with a focus on cross-border flows
- Improved master and local files in line with OECD guidelines
- Calculated compensation for central services and transfer prices for distribution entities
- Used SAP New General Ledger and LucaNet
Interim Manager
adidas AG
- Reviewed and aligned processes across three regional shared services centers to meet SOx requirements
- Coordinated with the Director of Global Business Services
- Used SAP FI/CO and legacy systems with MS SharePoint
Interim Head of Accounting
Aryzta Bakeries Deutschland GmbH
- Represented the head of accounting at one site during post-acquisition integration and mergers in an SAP environment
- Led a team of 16 in monthly reporting with a fast close
- Improved non-stock procurement-to-invoice processes
- Worked with the SAP administrator and internal audit on change management
- Managed CAPEX vs. OPEX, coordinated tax audits to reduce at-risk exposure, and handled transfer pricing
Interim Manager
Concardis AG
- Managed post-acquisition integration of data flows for internal reporting and consolidation
- Aligned legacy data sources (Sage, DATEV) and ERP systems in SAP
- Worked with key users and programmers on mergers and system consolidations
- Achieved a fast close using SAP and LucaNet
Interim Manager
LR Health & Beauty Produkte GmbH
- Performed IFRS consolidations using existing software that lacked critical features
- Improved the transparency, reliability, and timeliness of reporting while reducing effort
- Used Infor M3 and Cognos Controller
Interim Manager
Congatec AG
- Prepared IFRS consolidated financial statements and handled standalone matters such as capitalizing transaction costs for the IPO
- Prepared IFRS reporting packages for subsidiaries
- Handled capital increase formalities, shareholder loans, distributions, HGB and tax considerations
- Applied percentage-of-completion revenue recognition and capitalized in-house development costs
- Served as the main contact for auditors and implemented cross-functional process improvements
Interim Head of Finance
Sengewald Klinikprodukte GmbH
- Led treasury, internal reporting, and controlling
- Switched from total cost to cost of sales accounting and supported cross-functional turnaround projects
- Reviewed purchase price allocation and served as the primary contact for auditors
Project Manager
Zodiac Aerospace Galley GmbH
- Managed the post-acquisition carve-out of two business units into separate SAP FI/CO, MM, and SD booking circles
- Integrated internal and external reporting in SAP BFC, replacing Hyperion
- Coordinated with the parent company in Paris
Interim Manager
ATS Automation GmbH
- Controlled machine-building projects, including PoC revenue recognition and cost planning using Baan/Infor ERP LN
- Tracked costs incurred in Infor Varial and MS Access
- Communicated with the publicly traded parent company in Canada during monthly, quarterly, and annual closes
- Managed treasury and forecasting at company and project levels before order placement
Interim Manager
Dambach GmbH
- Supported the carve-out of a division from SAP into a new company, including master data and SD/MM/FI/CO transfers
- Developed the migration concept, testing, and final acceptance
- Oversaw the project team, user orientation during testing, and auditor documentation
Interim Trainer
Zurich Versicherung
- Designed and developed training materials and a concept for the group-wide SAP New General Ledger migration
- Conducted role-based user acceptance tests in collaboration with developers
- Reviewed IFRS impact statements for management
Interim Manager Finance and Administration
Lectra Deutschland GmbH
- Covered a vacancy in finance during a department transition
- Closed Q3 and drafted an IT improvement blueprint
- Collected data from Eastern European branches and provided IFRS knowledge transfer for the fashion industry
- Managed PoC revenue recognition and contract revenue breakdown
- Imported data from Infor and uploaded it to SAP BFC
Interim Consolidation Manager
KLS Martin Gruppe
- Built and established group consolidation processes and reporting infrastructure in SAP
- Created a group reporting package including all required disclosures
- Gathered data from business units across regions
- Implemented revenue recognition for leased equipment
Interim Regional Controller – Europe
aci eco-Tech GmbH
- Executed post-acquisition integration in controlling, finance, and HR for a photovoltaic machinery manufacturer and wholesaler
- Calculated project costs, PoC revenue realization, and value assessments
- Controlled costs incurred on a cost-unit basis and produced interim cost reports
- Formed a shared services team and managed liquidity, cash flow, discounts, budgeting, and credit limits
- Brought external accounting in-house and introduced IFRS reporting on cost of sales
- Achieved fast close for monthly, quarterly, and annual statements
- Addressed cross-cultural integration and banking relations using MS Navision and SharePoint
Interim Head of Group Controlling
Grammer AG
- Supported technical and functional aspects of SAP FI and ECCS group restructuring
- Managed merger of two entities into one booking circle
- Controlled group foreign currency risks and improved data gathering
- Conducted goodwill impairment tests and deferred tax calculations
- Prepared disclosures for notes and reviewed annual report in German and English
Interim Manager
Dywidag Systems International GmbH
- Guided capital restructuring, improved data exchange between treasury, controlling, accounting, and group consolidation
- Optimized hedging costs via internal currency management and implemented IFRS knowledge
- Drafted group notes including post-balance sheet events and prepared pro-forma financial position under new debt-equity structure
- Applied hedge accounting for interest rate swaps and disclosures under IAS 39, IFRS 7 and 9
- Managed leasing under IAS 17 and revenue recognition under IAS 18
- Achieved unqualified audit opinion and cost savings through audit coordination
Interim Manager
Bavaria Yachtbau GmbH
- Led implementation of Baan/Infor ERP LN finance module
- Built chart of accounts to mirror IFRS statements and automated consolidation tasks
- Handled IAS 17 leasing and IAS 18 revenue recognition topics
- Improved treasury management via prepayment policies to optimize supplier discounts
- Calculated IFRS reconciliation items for quarterly and annual reports
- Developed and delivered training on transition from total cost to cost of sales method
Interim Controller
Metzler Profiles GmbH
- Introduced SOx compliance in post-acquisition environment
- Supported local management on US GAAP procedures integration
- Improved cost accounting tools and accelerated closing processes
- Implemented knowledge transfer for moved revenue recognition methods
- Achieved monthly close five days faster with fewer queries
- Identified group ROI improvements using SAP and Hyperion HFM
Interim Manager
Pari Medical Holding GmbH
- Consolidated and implemented US GAAP through SAP ECCS go-live by end Q1 2008
- Created and rolled out accounting policies, budgeting and forecasting processes
- Trained US subsidiaries on transition from US GAAP to HGB with total cost method
- Defined US GAAP chart of accounts base for HGB compliance
Interim Manager
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty GmbH
- Optimized monthly reporting processes and led special projects for timely closing
- Managed group currency risks with timely measurement and reporting across units
- Streamlined reporting for existing and new entities using SAP R/3 FI/CO and Hyperion HFM
Interim Manager
Qimonda AG
- Supported external accounting during Q1 and Q2 closings for SEC reporting
- Researched and documented licensing issues and operational risk accounting
- Determined functional currency and filed Form 6-K
- Conducted SOx testing and process documentation including O2C using SAP R/3 FI/CO and Hyperion HFM
External Trainer
Resolution plc
- Delivered training for new consolidation software (Cognos Controller 2.3)
- Reviewed chart of accounts and developed exercises for administrators and reporting units
- Transferred skills for planning and forecasting authorship
Interim Manager
Carl Zeiss AG
- Introduced IFRS topics at group level in shared services setup
- Handled IAS 18 revenue recognition, IAS 17 lease capitalization, and cash flow statement disclosures
- Ensured timely and accurate group financial statement production using SAP R/3
Principal Consultant
Cognos / frango! GmbH
- Provided pre-sales consultancy and implemented consolidation and controlling software
- Automated consolidation and reconciliation postings from local to group accounting under IFRS and US GAAP
- Configured reporting structures, chart of accounts mapping, cost centers, user roles, period management, and currency tables
- Delivered system training and report design support
- Coordinated specialist team to reproduce customer issues in test environment, securing €250k contract continuation
- Achieved Cognos Controller certification
Finance Director
accentua Pharma AG & Garderos Software Innovations GmbH
- Designed all finance workflows and processes
- Prepared investor presentations and reviewed contracts, terms, and licenses
- Selected and implemented Lexware Office Pro accounting software
- Managed cash flows and secured external financing
- Reported under HGB, US GAAP, and IFRS
- Negotiated with auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel, and banks
- Controlled budgeting and internal monthly reporting
- Participated in supervisory and advisory board meetings
- Contributed to business plan drafting and HR, insurance management
- Supported capital raises exceeding €3 million over three rounds
Senior Director, Financial Accounting
Ingram Macrotron Distributions GmbH
- Held procuration and led two departments with over 20 staff reporting to CEO
- Delivered external reporting under HGB and internal US GAAP for US parent
- Acted as primary liaison for external and internal auditors
- Coordinated liquidity planning with central treasury
- Represented company in supplier negotiations and process optimization projects
Head of Group Accounting
Continental AG
- Led group accounting department with six direct reports
- Consulted with auditors on restructuring and first US GAAP group note
- Edited and issued internal US GAAP accounting policies
- Managed central oversight for over 160 consolidated entities
- Secured unqualified audit opinion on first US GAAP group financial statements
Audit Manager
Deloitte & Touche CIS
- Served international trade and manufacturing clients across CIS
- Prepared and audited financials under IFRS, US GAAP, and Russian regulations
- Supervised up to 15 staff per engagement
- Worked in Siberia, Komi, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Belarus
- Managed project budgets and drafted sector-specific proposals
- Restabilized practices and client base post-1998 ruble crisis
- Delivered on-the-job training in business English, audit techniques, and IFRS/GAAP
Audit Supervisor / Audit Manager
KPMG
- Managed audit engagements for new German clients in Moscow
- Acquired and negotiated audit contracts, budgets, and staffing
- Controlled project budgets and supervised teams across locations
- Gained international experience auditing Siemens, BMW, Deutsche Aerospace, Osram, Dornier, and others
- Strengthened assertiveness, goal orientation, and adaptability in Russian environment
- Contributed to winning Siemens Canada audit via proposal team
Auditor / Audit Senior
Price Waterhouse
- Audited public and private companies across all cycles and account balances
- Supervised teams of up to six from second year onwards
- Acquired IT skills, time management, and teamwork
- Achieved Chartered Accountant title in second year with top-tier grades
- Received relocation offer to Vienna and secured CAD 100k customs refund for a client
Industry experience
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Experienced in Professional Services, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Media and Entertainment, and Aerospace and Defense.
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Experienced in Accounting, Finance, Audit, Investments and M&A, Information Technology, and Project Management.
Skills
- I Bring Over 35 Years Of Professional Experience In Leadership Roles In Finance And Accounting, Big Four Audit, Controlling, Process Optimization, Sox, Erp Migrations, Carve-Outs, Group Accounting, And Ifrs Reporting With Hgb As The Leading Ledger; More Than Ten Years Of Experience In The Auditing Industry, Including Extensive Experience In Team Building And Project Management In Multicultural Environments In Germany, Canada, And Russia;
- As An Interim Manager Since October 2006, I Get Up To Speed Quickly And Always Focus On What Matters Most;
- Supporting Companies With One “Common Denominator” — Change;
- A Key Part Of My Service Offering Over The Years Has Been Process Optimization, Including Sox
- Further Focus On Business Solutions, Change Management, And Support With Post-Acquisition Integration At Manufacturing Companies;
- Monthly, Quarterly, And Annual Closing For Internal And External Reporting;
- Preparation Of Notes And Management Reports;
- Presentations To Executive Management And Investors On Actual Results And Plans
- Group Accounting At Both Headquarters And Subsidiaries, With A Focus On Intercompany Transactions And Balances.
- Coordinating Audits With External Auditors, Tax Auditors, And Internal Audit;
- Professional And Disciplinary Leadership Experience In Project Management;
- Preparing Forecasts / Annual Plans Based On Scenarios, With Input From All Departments
- Strong It Skills In Erp Migrations Involving Sap Fi/Co/Mm/Sd, Bcs, Bw, Bfc, Eccs, R3, As Well As New General Ledger, Datev, Infor Erp Ln (Baan), Infor Varial, And Sage, As Both A User And Administrator;
- Comprehensive Finance Responsibilities At Start-Up Companies As Finance Director, Including Budgeting, Controlling, Treasury, Including Cash Flow And Currency Management, Derivatives, Accounting, Reporting, Human Resources, And Contract Review;
- Working Style: Leading By Example, Persuading Rather Than Instructing
- Motto: “One Waits For Time To Change; Another Takes Hold Of It And Acts.” (Dante)
With The Breadth Of My Practical Experience And Knowledge, I Can Meet My Clients’ Needs Quickly And Efficiently.
Languages
Education
Ontario Institute of Chartered Accountants
CA Programme · Chartered Accountants · Canada
McMaster University
Bachelor of Arts, History · History · Hamilton, Canada
Certifications & licenses
Certified Public Accountant
Chartered Accountant
Cognos Controller
Statistics
Experience
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Qualifications
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Michael is based in Aschheim, Germany.
Michael speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Advanced), Russian (Elementary).
Michael has at least 29 years of experience. During this time, Michael has worked in at least 19 different roles and for 41 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months. Note that Michael may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Michael would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Manager, Interim Finance Manager, Interim Controller.
Michael's most recent position is Interim Manager at Pixomondo Images GmbH & Co KG.
In recent years, Michael has worked for Pixomondo Images GmbH & Co KG, Ascend Gene & Cell Therapies GmbH, Fonte Nova GmbH, TORC Deutschland GmbH Automation, and JG Weisser Söhne GmbH & Co KG.
Michael is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology, and Manufacturing. Michael also has some experience in Pharmaceutical, Aerospace and Defense, and Automotive.
Michael is most experienced in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Audit. Michael also has some experience in Investments and M&A, Information Technology, and Project Management.
Michael has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Media and Entertainment, and Biotechnology.
Michael has recently worked in business areas like Accounting, Audit, and Finance.
Michael holds a Bachelor in History from McMaster University.
Michael has 3 certificates. These include: Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant, and Cognos Controller.
Michael is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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