Chiara Palumbo
Daiichi Sankyo Europe GMBH
München
15
years of professional experience
Finance transformation and reporting leader with end-to-end close and statutory compliance experience across European subsidiaries. At Daiichi Sankyo Europe GmbH, coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for Nordics countries in adherence to IFRS, local commercial law, and tax regulations, and ensure timely processing of business transactions, including incoming invoices. Trusted partner to auditors and tax advisors; lead optimization initiatives within the European Finance Shared Service, driving control rigor and efficiency. ERP- and data-driven, with advanced proficiency in SAP ECC/S/4, BOPC, and Excel, and deep knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, US GAAP, SOX, and OIC standards.
Work with integrity, a results-oriented and customer-focused mindset, and proactive collaboration, while maintaining a structured, detail-oriented approach with strong urgency and adaptability. Proven ability to manage complex international reporting structures, leverage ERP platforms, and lead large-scale reporting and governance programs in collaboration with senior finance leaders and global stakeholders.
Work History
Accounting Manager
2 Years 8 Months- Lead and coordinating preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for Daiichi Sankyo Nordics subsidiaries according to IFRS, local commercial law, and local tax regulations;
- Oversaw monitoring and processing of all business transactions, focusing on R2R stream management.
- Collaborated closely with internal departments at European headquarters and provided assistance to local finance directors and staff in subsidiaries.
- Facilitated communication between auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Spearheaded projects to enhance accounting processes and revolutionize European finance shared services.
Accounting Manager
1 Year 2 Months- Ensured adherence to closing calendar deadlines for managerial and statutory reporting across assigned scope.
- Secured compliance with group accounting principles and procedures, IFRS/Country GAAP policies, and fiscal requirements.
- Coordinated execution of defined control tools (e.g., Balance Sheet reviews) to reinforce governance and control effectiveness.
- Monitored respect of qualitative standard levels by country to support consistent, high‑quality reporting.
Financial Accounting and Reporting Manager
3 Years- Led day-to-day accounting operations; reviewed AP output and collaborated with HQ, local Finance Directors, and subsidiaries.
- Primary liaison for tax/accounting consultants; oversaw VAT/INTRASTAT/income tax filings and coordinated statutory accounts.
- Owned month-end close: GL bookings (payroll, pension, accruals, prepaids) in SAP; prepared BOPC reporting.
- Completed balance sheet reconciliations under US GAAP, IFRS, and Local GAAP to ensure period-end accuracy.
- Coordinated internal/external audits and SOX compliance; drove process optimization and European Finance Shared Service transformation.
Senior Accounting Specialist
2 Years 5 Months- Analyzed and reconciled key Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts.
- Supported month/quarter/year‑end close with journal entries and reconciliations under IAS–IFRS.
- Prepared periodic reports for management’s review of the Financial Net Debt position.
- Managed complex general accounting entries for derivatives, time deposits, bonds, intercompany loans, and investments in subsidiaries (IAS–IFRS).
- Managed and monitored the company’s reporting systems (Accounting and Treasury).
Senior Auditor
5 Years 1 Month- Analyzed and reconciled key balance sheet and income statement accounts; prepared journal entries and IAS/IFRS reconciliations.
- Produced periodic reports on Financial Net Debt; handled complex areas (derivatives, time deposits, bonds, intercompany loans, investments in subsidiaries) under IAS/IFRS.
- Managed accounting and treasury reporting systems; supported group consolidation submissions/validation; collaborated with UK controlling and tax to ensure GL accuracy and compliance.
- ERP and controls: SAP and BOPC proficiency; IFRS/GAAP knowledge; SOX audit exposure.
- Experience across complex reporting structures, governance, and collaboration with senior finance stakeholders supports the role’s global reporting and transformation scope.
Education
Master - Accounting, Auditing and Control
Master's Degree - Business Management
Website: https://www.unisalento.it/
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
Website: https://www.unisalento.it/
Skills
Financial reporting
Account reconciliation
SAP (ERP) - CRM - SOX Audit
SAP ECC and SAP S4
Advanced Excel package
USGAAP
BOPC (Business Object Planning & Control tool)
BOPC (Business Object Planning & Control tool)
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Mother tongue(s): Italian
C2
Bilingual or Proficient
Other language(s): English
C1
Advanced
DRIVING LICENCE
B
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