André Siegert

Founder / Consultant / CFO / Business Intelligence

Genf, Schweiz

Erfahrungen

Feb. 2021 - Bis heute
4 Jahren 3 Monaten
Genf, Schweiz

CEO

Cybo.Tech Advisory

Mai 2014 - Apr. 2019
5 Jahren
Genf, Schweiz

Global Director of Hotel Finance and Accounting - Geneva HQ

Kempinski Hotels

Establishment of strategic financial vision and transformation roadmap for hotel group, leading 75 Hotel Controllers and Regional Finance executives, reporting to CFO. Routinely spearheading corporate innovation and change initiatives (culturally and technologically), leading to lasting change and increased efficiency.

  • Establishment of Unique Portfolio Risk Assessment Template to minimize risk exposure.
  • Creating standard Group Chart of Accounts (Compliance USALI 11th).
  • Development Capital Expenditures Budgeting, Purchasing and Reporting Tool, allowing for further financial control, including cost reduction and profit maximization.
  • Conceptualization of ERP system template for Dynamics NAV 2013 RT, leading to company-wide implementation and standardization of reporting.
  • Conceptualization of Central Procurement system template for Fourth Adaco, leading to adaptation as 'Best Practice' and providing detailed analytical insight into departmental expenditure.
  • Setup of real-time internal controls 'hub' providing insight into compliance alignment in relevant areas.
Jan. 2013 - Apr. 2014
1 Jahr 4 Monaten
Jochberg, Österreich

Financial Controller - Kempinski Hotel Das Tirol

Kempinski Hotels

Optimization of stakeholder relationships, renegotiating terms of management agreements setup of accounting department and development of internal procedures to streamline budgeting and forecasting, integrating an additional cash forecast. Additionally engaging in numerous Task Force assignments, adequately completing work in a timely manner.

  • Led financial turnaround after a down year, increasing revenue by 120% and profit by 160%, regaining stakeholder trust in the organization.
  • Conceptualized comprehensive financial and accounting strategy, including development of processes and system standards.
  • Implemented 5-year plan with successful results, deviating by merely 3% after the first year, and 2% the second.
Okt. 2010 - Dez. 2013
2 Jahren 3 Monaten
Berlin, Deutschland

Assistant Financial Controller

Kempinski Hotels

Leading a team of 13 financial employees at Hotel Adlon, oversaw reconciliation of balance sheets and accounts. Facilitating internal processes, including month-end closing and reporting. Routinely created and implemented accounting department and internal processes at Duke's Palace. Analysis and reconciliation of Accounts Payable/Receivable and Balance Sheets, cleaning up company records during property sale preparation. Completed numerous Task Force assignments.

  • Reconciled all books, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and GL accounts, preparing for property sale and increasing trust to owning.
  • Introduced and defined internal controls and processes, adding strategic touch points for critical interactions.
Feb. 2010 - Sept. 2010
8 Monaten
Berlin, Deutschland

Accounts Payable Accountant - Hotel Adlon Berlin

Kempinski Hotels

  • Initiated process and communication improvements throughout the Accounts Payable function.
  • Oversaw accurate record keeping of the Accounts Payable ledger and aging.
  • Structured and organized the Accounts Payable division, establishing communication with all vendors, improving relationships and interaction with the organization.
Apr. 2008 - Nov. 2009
1 Jahr 8 Monaten
Abu Dhabi, Vereinigte Arabische Emirate

Jr. Accounts Payable Supervisor - Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi

Kempinski Hotels

Restructured Accounts Payable section and appropriate processes. Directed team of three, facilitating their training and development, in addition to supervising daily activities.

Zusammenfassung

I am a creative innovator with almost 15 years' experience leading strategy and change initiatives in Finance and cross-departmentally. I am skilled at streamlining processes, managing projects and people from design to implementation. Helping organizations to re-invent themselves in today's highly volatile technology- and data-driven environment with creativity, ideas and inspiration on digitalization initiatives, including stimulating cultural shift, end-to-end process- and dataflow and data quality improvements. As a professional in the hospitality industry, I understand budget constraints can limit expenditure, nevertheless I am a convinced believer that it cannot limit the mind, rather challenges imagination and creativity. Being mindful about and embracing this nuance can make the difference and help organizations create the required competitive edge. - Successfully spearheaded financial operations in an executive capacity at numerous individual hotels, in addition to directing comprehensive finance strategy at corporate global headquarters. - Adept at applying innovative solutions to common issues within the industry, driving efficiency and contributing sustainable systems that can be duplicated across multiple locations. - Demonstrated commitment to build and cultivate teams and employees, developing individual potential to create and mold future business leaders. - Quickly able to learn new concepts and demonstrate practical application. - Developed numerous technical proficiencies during my career, in addition to earning an Executive Master of Business Administration.

Sprachen

Deutsch
Muttersprache
Englisch
Verhandlungssicher
Griechisch
Verhandlungssicher

Ausbildung

Okt. 2016 - Juni 2017

University of Rochester - Simon Business School

Master of Business Administration (MBA) · Finance & Economics

Okt. 2016 - Juni 2017

Rochester-Bern Executive Programs

Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) · Scholarship

Zertifikate & Bescheinigungen

Inspiring and Motivating Individuals

Meeting Investors' Goals by Université de Genève

Understanding Financial Markets by Université de Genève