Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Intern
Emanuele Ledda

Emanuele Ledda

MILAN

Summary

Certified Public Accountant with 30 years of experience specialization in accounting, auditing, budgeting for diverse organizations. Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices. Thorough understanding of applicable laws, regulations, public finance and external reporting. Seasoned auditing professional knowledgeable about risk aversion strategies, cost reduction options and financial processes. Decisive and persuasive communicator with proven problem-solving, leadership and planning abilities. Dedicated engineering Industry professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chartered Accountant

MYSELF
04.2002 - Current
  • Created detailed financial reports based on financial statuses and data.
  • Collected and arranged financial information and entered details into DATEV KOINOS financial management system.
  • Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state and federal levels.
  • Consulted with clients to assess and mitigate future tax liabilities and determine eligibility for tax abatement.
  • Reviewed available data and compared against tax code to determine exemptions, deductions, and potential liabilities.
  • Prepared tax returns for clients according to government regulations and requirements.
  • Established internal control systems by updating audit programs.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Facilitated internal audits and prepared detailed reports on findings.
  • Due diligence activities including assessment of processes, systems, documentation, personnel and overall controls pertaining to the following areas: accounting and financial reporting, risk management, counterparty risk, performance measurement, compliance management
  • Acquisition report preparation for client companies
  • Provide assistance, advice and guidance on financial management of projects and contribute to the accurate management and reporting of value and cost
  • Perform project analysis and prepare reports upon request for client companies management review
  • Performed strategic planning, execution and finalization of audits.

Controller

RCS GROUP SPA
04.2000 - 04.2002
  • Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
  • Supervised accurate, efficient and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
  • Organized and maintained RCS GROUP's (a major european publishing and media company) budget and financial administration for Books Division and Foreign Controlled Companies

CONTROLLER

MONDADORI.com SRL
01.1998 - 04.2000
  • Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
  • Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits and budgets.


CONTROLLER

GRANMILANO SRL
01.1995 - 01.1998
  • Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
  • Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Supervised accurate, efficient and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
  • Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
  • Prepared and filed tax returns and generated monthly reports in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
  • Updated and reviewed financial reporting packages and managed financial reporting processes.
  • Verified accurate completion of corporate income tax returns and optimal use of favorable tax codes.

Auditor

COOPERS & LYBRAND SPA
09.1991 - 12.1994
  • Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
  • Complied with established internal procedures by examining reports, processes and documentation.
  • Participated in interviews, performed observations and evaluated pertinent information to supplement audit findings.
  • Performed strategic planning, execution and finalization of audits.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Identified audit risks, prepared budgets and coordinated with management and audit team in preparing related reports.
  • Facilitated financial and operational audits, working with internal and external managers to communicate recommendations or issues surrounding audits.
  • Performing extensive financial and legal due diligence on companies acquisitions

Junior Tax Consultant

Pirola Pennuto Zei e Associati
02.1990 - 09.1991
  • Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state and federal levels.
  • Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
  • Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
  • Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.


Education

M.D. - ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

UNIVERSITA' COMMERCIALE L.BOCCONI
MILAN
11.1991

High School Diploma -

LICEO SCIENTIFICO "R.DONATELLI"
MILAN
06.1984

Skills

  • Financial Data Reviews
  • Tax Returns
  • Closing Procedures
  • VAT Returns
  • Statement Preparation
  • Tax Advising
  • Financial Planning
  • Business Operations Analysis
  • Document Recordkeeping

Certification

  • CPA - Certified Public Accountant (Italy: Albo dei Dottori Commercialisti ed Esperti Contabili) since 1993
  • CGAP - Certified Government Auditing Professional (Italy: Registro dei Revisori Contabili) since 1996

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Chartered Accountant

MYSELF
04.2002 - Current

Controller

RCS GROUP SPA
04.2000 - 04.2002

CONTROLLER

MONDADORI.com SRL
01.1998 - 04.2000

CONTROLLER

GRANMILANO SRL
01.1995 - 01.1998

Auditor

COOPERS & LYBRAND SPA
09.1991 - 12.1994

Junior Tax Consultant

Pirola Pennuto Zei e Associati
02.1990 - 09.1991

M.D. - ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

UNIVERSITA' COMMERCIALE L.BOCCONI

High School Diploma -

LICEO SCIENTIFICO "R.DONATELLI"
Emanuele Ledda