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Socrates Socratous

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Summary

Results-driven Financial Controller with extensive experience at Markets.com, adept in financial analysis and management accounting. Successfully led audit engagements, generated detailed management reports, and ensured compliance with IFRS standards. Proven ability to mentor teams and implement effective budgeting strategies, enhancing overall financial performance and operational efficiency.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Lepano Investments Limited
12.2024 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
  • Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms for services.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational goals were met.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.

Financial Controller

Markets.com
08.2024 - Current
  • Analyzed monthly financial reports and identified significant variances.
  • Generated detailed management reports.
  • Prepared monthly and yearly consolidated management accounts and consolidated financial statements
  • Lead audit engagements and mentored the finance team
  • Authorized group payments and managed cashflow reporting
  • Ensured compliance with IFRS standards, tax regulations, and other requirements
  • Assisted in implementing group-wide restructuring strategies.
  • Maintained compliance with IFRS accounting standards, tax laws and regulatory requirements.

Financial Accountant

Finalto Group
08.2021 - 08.2024
  • Managed monthly bookkeeping and consolidated reporting (EBITDA, cash flows, balance sheets)
  • Prepared financial statements and led audits across multiple regions
  • Supported budgeting, forecasting and cost accounting processes
  • Assisted with ad hoc reports, data analysis and implementation of purchase order processes
  • Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.

Senior Client Administrator

TMF Group
06.2020 - 06.2021
  • Maintained accounting records and prepared financial reports
  • Executed client payments and facilitated audits
  • Trained junior staff and ensured professional development
  • Ensured clients adhered to tax and regulatory requirements
  • Collaborated closely with internal teams on initiatives designed to enhance the overall customer experience.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines consistently.

Auditor - Assistant Manager

KPMG Limited
09.2014 - 05.2020
  • Supervised audit engagements, including planning, budgeting and fieldwork of complex areas
  • Oversaw client portfolios spanning diverse sectors, including banking, retail, manufacturing, and healthcare.
  • Assisted in the preparation of financial statements, and ensured clients adhered to tax and regulatory requirements
  • Conducted audits on internal controls
  • Managed and trained team members

Summer Intern

Astro bank
06.2013 - 09.2013
  • Summer intern in the IBU department

Education

ACA QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANT -

KPMG Limited
04.2025

BA - ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

University of Sheffield
06.2014

APOLYTIRION -

Acropolis lyceum
06.2009

Skills

  • Caseware/Caseview
  • Financial analysis
  • Management accounting
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Microsoft Office
  • SAP Accounting software

Others

Greek (Native language), English (Fluent),  Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), Honours Diploma for participation in Red Cross, First Aid Certification, Certification of attendance in 14th Math’s summer school,

Affiliations

Football: Played professionally for Anorthosis FC U17

Tennis: Completed a four-year tennis course; recreational player

Skiing with Friends

Personal Information

  • Citizenship: Cypriot
  • Date of Birth: 12/30/91

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Director

Lepano Investments Limited
12.2024 - Current

Financial Controller

Markets.com
08.2024 - Current

Financial Accountant

Finalto Group
08.2021 - 08.2024

Senior Client Administrator

TMF Group
06.2020 - 06.2021

Auditor - Assistant Manager

KPMG Limited
09.2014 - 05.2020

Summer Intern

Astro bank
06.2013 - 09.2013

ACA QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANT -

KPMG Limited

BA - ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

University of Sheffield

APOLYTIRION -

Acropolis lyceum

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