Andrei Smyshliaev

I provide strategic financial leadership through financial analysis, optimization of financial processes and risk management: - Leading and enhancing the planning and forecasting process, - Analyzing budget variances and preparing management reports, - Hosting monthly meetings with key departments addressing profitability, working capital management, and process optimization. - Providing analytical support to the executive team in strategic decision-making.

Co-founded and developed an EdTech startup: − Developed a comprehensive business model and analyzed pivot options to support strategic decision-making. − Created and maintained a dynamic financial model for revenue and cash flow forecasting and break-even analysis. − Prepared investor materials, including business plan and pitch decks, and conducted over 10 investor meetings. − Concluded the project in a structured manner due to changing market conditions and limited investor interest in the sector.

- Led a team of 3 analysts, providing financial guidance to CFOs of BUs. − Directed financial and business planning, P&L and cash flow forecasts. − Conducted in-depth analyses of financial and operational performance, identifying cost optimization opportunities. − Prepared monthly and annual financial reports for stakeholders. − Led long-term planning of capital investments and financing, including calculating investment profitability (NPV, IRR, ROI), optimizing bank loan terms, and achieving dividend goals

Delivered financial consulting services across 20+ projects in diverse industries, including retail, telecom, oil & gas, mining, and industrial manufacturing: − Performed financial due diligence and business valuation. − Built advanced financial models and conducted analysis of key financial metrics. − Advised clients on strategic financial decisions to support growth, M&A, and optimization initiatives.

Contributed to all stages of the audit process: − Actively participated in audit planning, execution, and reporting. − Gained hands-on experience with accounting software (SAP and Oracle). − Prepared consolidation and transformation tables (local GAAP to IFRS).

Merit-based scholarship Selected Modules: Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Mergers&Acquisitions

Merit-based scholarship, graduated with honours (top 5% graduates) Selected Modules: Accounting, Econometrics, Statistics