George Saperas

15+ years of progressive experience in financial management, investment advisory & corporate development. Diversified industry exposure gained in large organizations, dynamic SMEs, consulting environment and Private Equity settings, both at corporate and subsidiary level. Strongly believing that Finance should act as value-adding, forward looking, business partner contributing in succesfull decision making and target achievements.CORE COMPETENCIES► General Management - Hands on approach. Ability to understand of market dynamics and value drivers. Interact and influence across all levels of the organization.► Team Leadership - Motivating, developing, and mentoring culturally diverse people to deliver results. ► Business Modeling - Experience in defining & leading sustainable financial models. ► Investment Advisory – Expertise in business valuations, deal structuring, financial due diligence and investment monitoring.► Performance Management - Budgeting, Financial Planning & Analysis. Defining and analyzing KPI's and proposing actions for improving business performance. Able to quickly understand and enhance existing reporting, and implementing new one to maximize efficiency. Initiating cost reduction initiatives to improve bottom line results.► Professional Relationships - Builds collaborative partnerships with clients, partners & stakeholders. ► Governance & Compliance - Implements robust processes & controls to optimize best practice and safeguards corporate assets.► Accounting Principles - Financial Accounting, IFRS, Greek GAAPs, preparation of financial statements & notes.