CHRISTIAN MORÁN
Montreal,QC
Summary
Forward-thinking CFO and Controller with both public and private accounting and financial reporting experience. Offering proven track record of exceptional accuracy in reporting and auditing. Strong leader with calm presence and builds relationships across all organizational levels. Skilled in managing shareholder and board member relationships with excellent mediation and negotiation skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
CFO
Liga Profesional de Fútbol del Ecuador
Samborondón, Ecuador
06.2018 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented financial strategies to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Prepared annual budget plans, quarterly forecasts, and monthly closing activities.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Reviewed financial statements on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of reported information.
- Managed the preparation of external audit reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Monitored cash flows and identified areas of risk or opportunity.
- Assessed current accounting processes and procedures; developed new policies as needed.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop long-term business objectives and plans.
- Provided guidance on capital structure, investments, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic initiatives.
- Evaluated internal controls over financial reporting processes and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Provincial Audit Supervisor
Contraloria General del Estado
Guayaquil, Ecuador
11.2015 - 10.2017
- Developed audit procedures to test internal control systems and review transactions for accuracy and completeness.
- Reviewed accounting records, including journal entries and general ledgers, to ensure accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance to auditors regarding technical issues encountered during the course of their work.
- Performed detailed analysis of financial information, such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Identified potential areas of risk or non-compliance with regulations and standards.
- Prepared written reports summarizing audit findings and recommendations for corrective action plans.
- Conducted interviews with management personnel to obtain an understanding of business processes.
- Assisted in the development of audit programs to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting activities.
- Participated in the preparation of financial statements and related notes, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
- Analyzed accounts receivable aging reports to identify trends in customer payment patterns.
- Monitored changes in laws, regulations, corporate policies and procedures that may have an impact on operations or financial reporting requirements.
- Reviewed contracts for compliance with applicable legal requirements.
Audit Supervisor
PriceWaterHouseCoopers
Guayaquil, Ecuador
11.2008 - 10.2015
- Developed audit procedures to test internal control systems and review transactions for accuracy and completeness.
- Reviewed accounting records, including journal entries and general ledgers, to ensure accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Performed detailed analysis of financial information, such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Identified potential areas of risk or non-compliance with regulations and standards.
- Prepared written reports summarizing audit findings and recommendations for corrective action plans.
- Conducted interviews with management personnel to obtain an understanding of business processes.
- Assisted in the development of audit programs to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting activities.
- Analyzed accounts receivable aging reports to identify trends in customer payment patterns.
- Monitored changes in laws, regulations, corporate policies and procedures that may have an impact on operations or financial reporting requirements.
- Reviewed contracts for compliance with applicable legal requirements.
- Assessed operational efficiency by analyzing data from various sources such as system logs and user access levels.
- Documented results of audits performed by preparing working papers that support conclusions reached.
- Coordinated special projects such as fraud investigations or process improvement initiatives.
- Evaluated internal control structures to assess adequacy for safeguarding assets against unauthorized use or disposition.
- Provided training sessions for staff members on topics related to accounting principles and best practices.
- Recommended improvements to existing procedures based on research into industry standards or regulatory requirements.
Education
University - Certified Public Accountant Auditor
Escuela Superior Politécnica Del Litoral
02-2010
High School Diploma -
Clemente Yerovi Indaburu
02-1999
Skills
- Financial analysis expertise
- Cross-functional team leadership
- International finance knowledge
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Cash Flow Management
- Budget Development
- Excellent Communication
- Management Team Leadership
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Skills
- Planning and coordination
- Reliability
- Staff Management
- Audit Coordination
Timeline
CFO
Liga Profesional de Fútbol del Ecuador
06.2018 - 06.2024
Provincial Audit Supervisor
Contraloria General del Estado
11.2015 - 10.2017
Audit Supervisor
PriceWaterHouseCoopers
11.2008 - 10.2015
University - Certified Public Accountant Auditor
Escuela Superior Politécnica Del Litoral
High School Diploma -
Clemente Yerovi Indaburu
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