Paul Flato
Controller / Business Partner
Controller / Business Partner
Migros AG
- Managed and optimized discount campaigns to boost sales
- Planned 2025 discount strategies to align with business goals
- Coordinated with key stakeholders, including category management, for campaign success
- Enhanced efficiency and profitability of discount campaigns at Migros Foods
Controller & Financial Advisor / European Expansion Manager
Carnomaly
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, and KPI development for cost and revenue efficiency
- Oversee controlling, forecasting, and financial analysis for strategic decisions
- Drive funding efforts for Carnomaly’s European financial models
Business Manager / IT-Controller
Stern Consulting GmbH
- Advised health industry clients on tailored solutions
- Led PMO, ensuring project alignment with strategic goals
- Managed budgets, forecasts, financial reporting & IT-Controlling
Freelance / Consulting Controller
Credit Suisse AG
- Managed project budgets aligned with business goals
- Developed FTE cost allocation models for resource optimization
- Supported dashboard creation with key project metrics
Controller & Co-Founder
PURU Suisse GmbH
- Managed financials, including reports, KPIs, forecasts, budgets and IT-Controlling
- Conducted sales controlling and price evaluation for profitability
- Developed reports to drive sales, cost management, and growth
- Prepared annual financial statements per regulations
- Assessed new products and partners for expansion
Blockchain Technology - Blockchain Fundamentals, BerkeleyX, online learning initiative of University of California, Berkeley
Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies - Blockchain Fundamentals, BerkeleyX, online learning initiative of University of California, Berkeley
Controlling & Business Development
PerfectShape GmbH and Holmes Place Jelmoli
- Conducted forecasts and performance analyses
- Analyzed and reported key KPIs for decision-making
- Developed marketing concepts to boost brand visibility
- Led strategies to establish a new business area
Regulatory & Business Risk Management / Project Controlling
Credit Suisse AG
- Supported Head of Regulatory & Business Risk in governance, planning, and budgeting
- Provided senior management with forecasts and expense reports
- Designed and implemented IT-controls, including deficiency checks
- Oversaw Program PMOs and collaborated with local COOs for compliance
- Facilitated senior board discussions for strategic decisions
Finance & Strategy / Cost Controlling / Project Controlling
Credit Suisse AG
- Optimized brokerage expenses for cost efficiency
- Reduced costs for market data and trading platforms
- Managed commission expense reporting and evaluation
- Led forecasting and budget planning for Private Banking
- Served as key liaison for senior management insights
Division Area Revenue Controller
DekaBank
- Led implementation of controlling and KPI tools for Investment Banking
- Collaborated with Trading Desk and Treasury on earnings insights
- Contributed to refinancing discussions across DekaBank
- Managed cost controlling and ensured budget compliance
Contractor Clearing, CIB-Investment Banking Operations
Deutsche Bank AG
- Analyzed and monitored derivatives execution for strategy compliance
- Reconciled derivatives positions with traders to ensure accuracy
Intern Portfolio Management / International Equities
DWS Investment GmbH
- Supported portfolio managers with detailed company data analysis
- Developed presentations on portfolio performance for strategy adjustments
- Created market condition reports to aid strategic decisions
Intern Finance / Business Area Control Europe
DWS Investment GmbH
- Created flash reports for timely financial insights
- Prepared ad-hoc analyses for data-driven decisions
- Evaluated forecasts to track financial performance
- Generated cost reports to monitor budget efficiency
- Led project to analyze earnings components for transparency
Graduate Assistant Professorship of Controlling, Prof. Dr. Gunther Friedl
Johannes-Gutenberg-University Mainz
Johannes-Gutenberg University of Mainz
MSc. Business Administration (Diploma Program)
Student Trainee
Schott AG Mainz
- Quality assurance and support at the production process
Gustav-Stresemann Wirtschaftsgymnasium
High School
I am committed to a long-term role within your organization, as I see strong potential to contribute lasting value by applying my financial and strategic expertise. My goal is to streamline processes, introduce innovative technologies such as AI, and support sustainable growth through a results-driven, collaborative approach.
What I Bring
Financial & Business Expertise
10+ years in budgeting, cost analysis, and revenue optimization
Strong skills in forecasting, reporting (PowerBI/MIS), and KPI development
Expertise in IT-Controlling, pricing strategies, and margin calculation and IFRS
Strategic & Entrepreneurial Thinking
Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong business management background
Proven ability to support leadership with insightful financial reports
Confident, engaging, and appreciative communication style
Process Optimization & Customer Focus
Experience in AI-driven automation and process optimization
Strong service orientation with a commitment to going the extra mile
Independent, self-reliant, and results-driven working style
Birmingham City University
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Johannes-Gutenberg University of Mainz
Master of Science, Diploma Program · Business Administration · Mainz, Germany
Gustav-Stresemann Wirtschaftsgymnasium
High School · Mainz, Germany
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