Key skills and expertise

With 37 years of experience, the expert specializes in accounting reforms, IPSAS and IFRS convergence, and internal audits. Responsibilities have included implementing accounting systems in various countries and conducting gap analyses for IPSAS compliance. Previously held roles such as Chairman and managing partner have involved providing strategic oversight and consulting internationally. Career highlights include authoring a book on IPSAS and leading projects across Africa and Europe to improve accounting legislation and standards. Technical skills encompass advanced IT proficiency and extensive experience liaising with financial institutions and government bodies.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the World Bank, European Bank of Reconstruction and Development, and the Commission of the European Union. Involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, audits, and capacity building. Projects have spanned governance, infrastructure, and financial systems, focusing on IPSAS and IFRS standards. Geographic scope includes regional and national projects across countries like Senegal, Mauritania, Ivory Coast, Benin, Togo, Ethiopia, Chad, Cameroon, Russia, Latvia, and Albania.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions in key sectors such as finance, accounting, audit, and program management. Responsibilities have included leadership roles such as Chairman and managing partner, providing strategic oversight and international consulting. Cross-cutting expertise includes implementing accounting reforms and conducting financial analyses, particularly in sectors like energy and brewing. Geographic experience covers Africa and Europe, with significant involvement in Senegal, Mauritania, Ivory Coast, Benin, Togo, Ethiopia, Chad, Cameroon, Russia, Latvia, Poland, Hungary, Armenia, and Albania. Long-term missions and capacity-building projects have contributed to financial and accounting reforms in these regions.

Languages and education

Bringing over 37 years of experience, the expert is a native French speaker and fluent in English and Spanish, having utilized these skills in professional contexts including training and workshops with multilingual teams. Basic proficiency in Russian has been applied in specific project engagements. Educational background includes a Chartered Accountant degree from the National Institute of Accounting and Economic Technics in France and a Graduate degree in Accounting and Management from the Accounting Management School in Agen, France. These qualifications provide a strong foundation in accounting and management disciplines.