Hi, I’m
MIKHAIL ROMANOV
Merrylands,Australia
Summary
Global Chief Financial Officer and Strategic Project Manager, with Duke MBA (USA), working in Fortune 500 global energy company. Professional experience in corporate finance and management with expertise in investment projects evaluation, credit risks analysis and budgeting. Thorough knowledge of construction, energy, oil and gas industries. Global responsibility for overall leadership of every aspect of the company finances, including strategic planning, financing of operations, debt financing. Global project management within cross-cultural teams. Demonstrated leadership of highly complex strategic projects. Resourceful Project Manager with 20 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in project management,accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
Work History
ICAPACITY PTY LTD
HEAD OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE
06.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted financial analysis in support of business decision-making
- Prepared and delivered accurate and timely financial reports to management
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to aid in the preparation of mid-term plans, including responsibility for preparing and controlling the financial budget
- Provided financial guidance and assisted in achieving overall business objectives
- Tracked KPIs to measure business performance and offered insights on financial metrics and trends to drive improvements
- Ensured compliance with Corporate Governance
- Cultivated strong relationships with external auditors, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and reporting standards
- Managed monthly payroll and maintained all personnel-related information.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Developed comprehensive project plans outlining scope, budget, timeline, and deliverables to ensure successful execution from initiation to closure.
SANOAT ENERGETIKA GURUHI (SANEG)
GROUP CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, DIRECTOR OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE
04.2022 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Management and leadership of the multinational Accounting, Financial, ESG, Insurance, Treasure divisions
- Developed, produced, and controlled the Business Plan and the Annual Budget
- Finance Management and Project Management of 9 business clusters
- Drove the budget and business plans challenge and review and approval process
- Prepared financial and budget documentation for management decisions and shareholder meetings
- Prepared the financial actuals and forecast for inclusion in the monthly management report
- Consolidation and review of the final version of the monthly report before external release
- Change management of financial functions in holding and launching Project Management Office
- Developed and maintained the company's control procedures
- Negotiated and implemented deals with banks for project financing.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
- Advised Board of Directors on strategic financial matters, providing insightful recommendations backed by thorough analysis.
NORD STREAM 2 AG
HEAD OF COST CONTROLLING AND GROUP REPORTING
05.2019 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Management and leadership of the accounting, financial and economic divisions
- Day-to-day leadership and management of the Project Controlling and Corporate Controlling teams
- Developed, produced and controlled the Long Term Business Plan as well as the Tariff Calculation Model, the Detailed Annual Budget and the Liquidity Planning
- Drove the budget and business plan challenge and review and approval process
- Prepared financial and budget documentation for management decisions and shareholder meetings
- Created Work Breakdown Structure for the direct project capitalized costs and developed the Cost Centre Structure for the indirect capitalized costs and non-capitalized costs
- Prepared the financial actuals and forecast for inclusion in the monthly report
- Consolidation and review of the final version of the monthly report before external release
- Developed and maintained the company's controlling procedures
- Fulfilled all Investors reporting requirements
- Involved in tender and contract negotiation for controlling purposes.
ROSNEFT / ENI (Italy) S.A.R.L.
HEAD OF FINANCE DEPARTMENT, DEPUTY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
08.2017 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Management and leadership of the accounting, financial and economic divisions
- Treasury division
- Planning division
- Management accounting and reporting division
- Tax and tax reporting division
- Cost control division
- Preparation of reports in accordance with IFRS and management accounting standards
- Analysis and reports preparation of deviations between actual data and budget
- Managing the process of budgeting and forecasting
- Development, submission and presentation of an investment memorandum and business plan.
- Managed budgeting process, ensuring accurate forecasting and timely adjustments to meet business needs.
ROSNEFT/ EQUINOR (STATOIL, Norway ) S.A.R.L.
DEPUTY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
10.2015 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Financial management and leadership of the departments
- Procurement Department
- Treasury Department
- Accounting and Reporting Department
- Planning Department
- Management Reporting Department
- Cost control Department
- Tax department
- Development, protection and execution of the company's budget
- Analysis of sanctions restrictions
- Interaction with compliance services of shareholders, banks and federal governments
- Cost Controlling.
- Prepared year-end fixed asset schedule to create positive impact on shareholders, creditors and investors.
GAZPROM
DEPUTY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER of SOUTH STREAM SERBIA
08.2013 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Development of the gas pipeline construction budget
- Development and coordination of the business plan and financial model of the project
- Development of a contract for attracting a subordinated loan
- Personnel management of accounting, financial and economic services, treasury
- Development of internal regulations and accounting policies
- Development and implementation of a management accounting system
- Methodological support of the enterprise
- Management of the procurement department
- Participation in the development and conclusion of an EPC contract with a contractor
- Preparing Bankability Report for Shareholders.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
MGSN HOLDING, MGSN INVESTMENT COMPANY
Chief Executive Officer at 'MGSN Regionstroy'
11.2012 - 08.2013
Job overview
- Co-led project to build in-house complex in Voronezh Region
- Developed and maintained relationships with financial institutions and investors
- Managed Financial and Economic Departments, and Strategic Planning functions
- Managed a team in ERP '1 C 8.1'.
- Established key strategic partnerships with industry leaders to enhance business development opportunities.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
MGSN HOLDING, MGSN INVESTMENT COMPANY
Chief Financial Officer, Deputy of Chief Executive Officer
08.2005 - 11.2012
Job overview
- Launched and managed Financial and Economic Department
- Organized the budgeting process within the MGSN group of companies
- Initiated Treasury Department
- Negotiated and implemented deals with banks for project financing
- Led year-long project to restructure and transform the entire holding retail business.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Managed risk effectively through comprehensive insurance coverage review and implementation of robust internal controls.
- Developed future financial plans to inform critical decision-making related to spending cuts, rightsizing labor force and timing planned business investments.
RUSSIAN ROAD LEASING COMPANY 'ROSDORLEASING'
Chief Financial Officer, Deputy of Chief Executive Officer
01.2004 - 08.2005
Job overview
- Managed and controlled Finance Division's work
- Organized trade-financing system in partnership with the foreign export agency Euler Hermes
- Controlled Debt financing for equipment purchasing deals.
- Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
- Developed strategic financial plans to support company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
LLC 'KRASBANK' (COMMERCIAL BANK)
Capital Investments and Loan Restructuring Division Head
01.2001 - 01.2004
Job overview
- Managed investment projects
- Conducted due diligence
- Negotiated and organized financing of diamond purchase and gem-cutting
- Developed and launched new business direction in factoring
- Organized division's work from scratch.
Education
DUKE UNIVERSITY
Master of Business Administration (Global Executive Program)
07.2012
FINANCIAL ACADEMY (UNIVERSITY) UNDER THE GOVERNMENT OF RUSSIAN FEDERATION
MSc in Finance from Accounting, Analysis and Audit
06.2005
FINANCIAL ACADEMY (UNIVERSITY) UNDER THE GOVERNMENT OF RUSSIAN FEDERATION
MSc in Finance from Finance and Credit
06.2000
Skills
- Status Updates
- Creative Thinking
- Procedure Development
- Permit processing
- Risk Management
- Contract Management
- Budget Control
- Project Scheduling
- Cost Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Project Management
- Budget Administration
- Project Planning
Additional Information
CIMA, PMI, CPA
Certificates
- GOOGLE PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE
- PMI CERTIFIED MEMBER
Hobbies and Interests
- Diving
- Downhill skiing
- Fishing
- Traveling
- History
- Literature
Volunteer Experience
- Clearing lakes and ponds as a diver (project A.W.A.R.E)
- Volunteer for Duke University in students recruiting
Timeline
HEAD OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE
ICAPACITY PTY LTD
06.2023 - Current
GROUP CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, DIRECTOR OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE
SANOAT ENERGETIKA GURUHI (SANEG)
04.2022 - 06.2023
HEAD OF COST CONTROLLING AND GROUP REPORTING
NORD STREAM 2 AG
05.2019 - 10.2022
HEAD OF FINANCE DEPARTMENT, DEPUTY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
ROSNEFT / ENI (Italy) S.A.R.L.
08.2017 - 05.2019
DEPUTY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
ROSNEFT/ EQUINOR (STATOIL, Norway ) S.A.R.L.
10.2015 - 08.2017
DEPUTY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER of SOUTH STREAM SERBIA
GAZPROM
08.2013 - 07.2015
Chief Executive Officer at 'MGSN Regionstroy'
MGSN HOLDING, MGSN INVESTMENT COMPANY
11.2012 - 08.2013
Chief Financial Officer, Deputy of Chief Executive Officer
MGSN HOLDING, MGSN INVESTMENT COMPANY
08.2005 - 11.2012
Chief Financial Officer, Deputy of Chief Executive Officer
RUSSIAN ROAD LEASING COMPANY 'ROSDORLEASING'
01.2004 - 08.2005
Capital Investments and Loan Restructuring Division Head
LLC 'KRASBANK' (COMMERCIAL BANK)
01.2001 - 01.2004
DUKE UNIVERSITY
Master of Business Administration (Global Executive Program)
FINANCIAL ACADEMY (UNIVERSITY) UNDER THE GOVERNMENT OF RUSSIAN FEDERATION
MSc in Finance from Accounting, Analysis and Audit
FINANCIAL ACADEMY (UNIVERSITY) UNDER THE GOVERNMENT OF RUSSIAN FEDERATION
MSc in Finance from Finance and Credit
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