Richard Theisen - Project Manager

Q: Where is Richard based?

Richard is based in Görlitz, Germany .

Q: What languages does Richard speak?

Richard speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Richard have?

Richard has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Richard has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 11 months . Note that Richard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Richard's latest experience?

Richard's most recent position is Project Manager at Telecommunications company .

Q: What companies has Richard worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Richard has worked for Telecommunications company , Startup founding team at TH Köln , and Real estate bank .

Q: Which industries is Richard most experienced in?

Richard is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance , Telecommunication , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Richard most experienced in?

Richard is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Accounting , and Finance . Richard also has some experience in Information Technology , Logistics , and Audit .

Q: Which industries has Richard worked in recently?

Richard has recently worked in industries like Telecommunication , Banking and Finance , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Richard worked in recently?

Richard has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Information Technology , and Logistics .

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Görlitz, Germany

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Experience

Jul 2022 - Present

3 years 11 months

Project Manager

Telecommunications company

Background: Basic adjustment of the asset accounting system landscape, improving data quality as well as standardizing and automating processes
Migration of the SAP system to SAP S/4HANA
Implementation of a dedicated SAP S/4HANA for logistics
Introduction of a new collaboration model with partner companies for network expansion
Adjustment of the asset structure to the latest network technology, considering Single RAN, Open RAN, virtualization, network slicing

Mar 2022 - May 2022

3 months

Team Member

Startup founding team at TH Köln

Background: Further develop the business idea, work out the MVP, prepare the first pitch deck
Prepare and lead a team workshop
Structure the business idea and identify assumptions
Market analysis: demand and competitors
Calculation of the business model, financial planning and funding gap
Organize, prepare and conduct interviews with customers (businesses and consumers)
Coach the team in interview techniques and communication skills
Prepare and present the pitch deck

Jan 2020 - Feb 2022

2 years 2 months

Team Member

Real estate bank

Accounting of loans in SAP CML, BCA, FI, iBox
Special accounting requirements for syndicated loans
SAP S/4HANA: support test planning, test case creation for responsible processes
Accounting of customer liabilities
Optimization and automation of accounting processes
Monthly closing process with various reconciliation and posting activities
Point of contact for the auditor for the responsible areas
Interface function to IT
Background: Explain the differences between profit and loss statements in accounting and risk management, including implementation of harmonization potential
In-depth analysis of data flows and calculations in a complex system environment
Affected systems: SAP CML, BCA, Summit, Marlin, SAP iBox platform, Posting Hub
Gather and evaluate business and system know-how from multiple business areas
Specification and testing of required software changes
Administration of Confluence spaces and Jira boards
Specification and use of a Python analysis tool, own development of a Python tool
Identification and specification of automation potential
Interface function between business areas and IT
Background: New reference rates (LIBOR reform) require different adjustments in SAP CML
Write the functional specification from the accounting side
Define and test new flow types in SAP CML
Define and test new posting methods
Test and defect documentation in Jira
Background: Correction under IAS for specific IFRS 9 requirement
Management of implementation, testing, go-live and post-go-live with more than 10 team members and 7 affected systems using Jira, Confluence, Bee4IT
Creation of the functional specification from the accounting side, including user stories
Determination of the impact on iBox and all downstream reporting systems
Planning and implementation, including budget responsibility
Preparation and conduct of project kick-off, regular meetings and various workshops
Preparation and presentation of the matter to management and auditors
Creation of the IAS 8 disclosure in the financial statements
Monitoring and internal reporting of the specific impacts on subsequent quarterly and annual financial statements

Oct 2019 - Dec 2019

3 months

Team Member

Auto bank group (group of Autobank A)

Background: UK-based bank group outsources the preparation of consolidated and subsidiary financial statements to KPMG Germany
Define workflows and processes with the client and implement them using ONESOURCE software
Train team members, design and oversee the internal production process, including guidance of the shared service center
Timely preparation of multiple final financial statements, including various draft versions

Oct 2018 - Mar 2019

6 months

Team Member

Auto bank group (group of Autobank A)

Background: UK-based bank group outsources the preparation of consolidated and subsidiary financial statements to KPMG Germany
Define workflows and processes with the client and implement them using ONESOURCE software
Train team members, design and oversee the internal production process, including guidance of the shared service center
Timely preparation of multiple final financial statements, including various draft versions

Feb 2018 - Sep 2018

8 months

Subproject Manager

Autobank A

Background: Bank founding and branch portfolio transfer due to Brexit
Creating test plans, testing and defect management with Jira
Organizing and leading project meetings and workshops
Adjusting the amortization method for fixed assets
Understanding existing processes and designing new processes in accounting
Process optimization and automation with RPA
Preparing and conducting the cut-over

Oct 2017 - Jan 2018

4 months

Team member

Autobank B

Background: Banking group must implement the new IFRS 9 standard
Applying IFRS requirements to the bank group's contracts and frameworks and developing the functional specification including user stories
Understanding the system environment and data flows in accounting, risk management and controlling
Presenting the status quo and developing the future process
Performing gap analysis and making recommendations for IFRS 9 versus HGB/French GAAP
Accounting and impairment of auto loans, finance and operating leases
Systems used: Confluence, PeopleSoft, SAP
Organizing and moderating workshops with different business units
Clarifying issues and discussing implementation options with the development team

Jun 2016 - Sep 2016

4 months

Team member

Retail Bank

Background: The bank advises private customers on investments and must comply with WpHG requirements
Understanding and reviewing processes in the front, middle and back office
Documenting the test results
Test customer interviews in various branches

Mar 2016 - Jun 2016

4 months

Team member

Asset Manager

Background: Year-end audit of an asset manager and a regulatory audit
Auditing business planning
Auditing accounting in DATEV and the accounting-related control system
Auditing compliance with regulatory requirements according to MaRisk

Oct 2014 - Apr 2017

2 years 7 months

Team member

Retail Banking Group

Background: Year-end audit of a retail bank and various service and holding companies under HGB/RechKredV/IFRS and regulatory requirements (MaRisk, InstitutsVergV)
Understanding and auditing processes for fixed asset accounting, depreciation and reporting of tangible assets
Understanding and auditing processes for commission income
Auditing investments, including impairment testing
Using CaseWare for accounting entries and audit documentation
Auditing outsourcing, outsourcing contracts and service level agreements under MaRisk AT9
Auditing salary structures in accordance with the InstitutsVergV

Oct 2014 - Apr 2017

2 years 7 months

Audit Manager

Payment Service Provider

Background: Annual and consolidated financial statement audit for a payment service provider under HGB/IFRS/US GAAP
Understanding of the payment service and credit card acquiring business model
Organizing the audit process and audit team
Developing the audit strategy for the first-time audit of an acquired company and overseeing the liquidation process
Auditing financial reporting with Microsoft Dynamics for various balance sheet and P&L items and audit documentation
Testing the accounting-related internal control system

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Banking and Finance and Telecommunication.

Banking and Finance

Telecommunication

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Project Management, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Logistics, and Audit.

Project Management

Accounting

Finance

Information Technology

Logistics

Audit

Languages

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 11

Experience in Banking and Finance 6.5 y

Avg length 1 y 2 m

Longest experience 3 y 10 m

Expertise

Recent roles Project Manager, Team Member, Subproject Manager

Main industries Banking and Finance, Telecommunication

Main business areas Project Management, Accounting, Finance

Profile

Created

May 2025

Last Update

May 2026

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Where is Richard based?

Richard is based in Görlitz, Germany.

What languages does Richard speak?

Richard speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Richard have?

Richard has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Richard has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 11 months. Note that Richard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Richard be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Richard would be well-suited for roles such as: Project Manager, Team Member, Subproject Manager.

What is Richard's latest experience?

Richard's most recent position is Project Manager at Telecommunications company.

What companies has Richard worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Richard has worked for Telecommunications company, Startup founding team at TH Köln, and Real estate bank.

Which industries is Richard most experienced in?

Richard is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance, Telecommunication, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Richard most experienced in?

Richard is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Accounting, and Finance. Richard also has some experience in Information Technology, Logistics, and Audit.

Which industries has Richard worked in recently?

Richard has recently worked in industries like Telecommunication, Banking and Finance, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Richard worked in recently?

Richard has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology, and Logistics.

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