Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Enhanced Achievements
Accomplishments
Financialleadership
Communityengagements
Current Role
Community Engagements
References
Timeline
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KHANH NGO

West Roxbury,MA

Summary

Seasoned Finance Executive with over 20 years of experience in finance, accounting, audit, risk management, and compliance. Proven track record of driving financial excellence and enhancing operational efficiency in multinational organizations. Skilled in leading teams and advising senior leadership through data-driven insights and strategic financial planning. Focused on leveraging strategic leadership to advance finance operations and foster organizational growth.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Global Finance Business Partner, Research

Sanofi Global
Massachusetts, USA
04.2022 - Current
  • Lead financial operations for Oncology, Immunology, and Inflammation, delivering a 10% cost reduction on a €450 million budget by streamlining processes and optimizing resource allocation
  • Implement rolling forecasts, annual budgets, and risk management strategies across multiple business units, ensuring compliance with industry standards
  • Streamlined financial workflows, reducing manual entry by implementing automated processes in compliance reporting and budget analysis, enhancing accuracy and efficiency

Global Finance Business Partner, Research

Sanofi Global
Massachusetts, USA
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Spearheaded strategic planning, budget, and forecasts for external collaborations and outsourcing initiatives for the entire Research, identified risks and investment opportunities
  • Managed financial planning and cost optimization for €350 million in external collaborations and strategic partnerships

Head of Accounting and Reporting

Sanofi Indochina
, Vietnam
08.2017 - 02.2021
  • Directed all financial operations and reporting, overseeing the budgeting, forecasting, and full P&L management for three legal entities with manufacturing sites in Vietnam and an entity in Cambodia
  • Led a team of 18, streamlined financial processes and improved operational efficiency by 15% through automation, driving cost reductions and improved accuracy in financial reporting, contributing to leaner financial operations and cost savings

Country Head of Finance and Accounting

Digiworld Corporation
Vietnam, Vietnam
01.2016 - 07.2017
  • Managed finance and accounting systems, tax, regulatory requirements, and annual business planning and budgeting
  • Provided strategic financial analysis and guidance to executives, driving performance across headquarters and branches

Finance Manager & Acting Project Lead

Unilever
Thailand, Thailand
08.2012 - 08.2013
  • Established financial capabilities, including financial processes, reporting, and internal controls for the newly created Unilever with manufacturing activities in Myanmar
  • Managed capital budgets, forecasts, and business case justifications for investments

Finance and Internal Controller

Resources Global Professionals
Singapore, Singapore
07.2011 - 07.2012
  • Established a robust finance function, supporting strategic investment decisions for a high-profile M&A transaction
  • Conducted scenario analyses to assess financial impacts and feasibility of business initiatives

Country Risk Management Manager

Unilever Vietnam
Vietnam, Vietnam
02.2010 - 11.2010
  • Led internal audit and risk management functions, enhanced processes and ensured robust internal control system

Regional Internal Audit Manager of Asia

The Coca-Cola Company
Asia
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Managed audit activities across the region, ensuring compliance with financial, operational, and regulatory requirements, and providing strategic insights to enhance business processes

Senior Audit Manager

KPMG Vietnam
Vietnam, Vietnam
09.1998 - 12.2007
  • Led audit engagements for diverse clients
  • Fostered a collaborative team environment and ensured the development of technical skills within the team

Education

Chartered Global Management Accountant And Associate Chartered Management Accountant - Management Accounting, Strategy, And Financial Lea

Jointly Issued By AICPA (US) And CIMA (UK)
US And UK
07-2020

Vietnam Association of Certified Public Accountants - Accounting, Auditing, Tax, Financial Reporting

Ministry of Finance
Vietnam
08-2004

MBA -

University of Hawaii at Manoa
Hawaii, USA

Skills

  • Strategic financial leadership
  • Business acumen
  • Multinational operations
  • ASEAN market expertise
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Financial performance analysis
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Financial planning
  • Risk mitigation
  • Audit
  • Compliance
  • Team leadership
  • Mentorship
  • Career development
  • Result-oriented mindset
  • Adaptability

Enhanced Achievements

  • Awarded top scholarships for the Master of International Accounting (Swinburne University of Technology, Australia) and Executive MBA (University of Hawaii, USA).
  • Offered executive positions by leading organizations including DKSH, Pfizer, Shell, PepsiCo, Unilever Asia, Deloitte, E&Y, and Abbott Nutrition.

Accomplishments

  • Lead financial management of a €450 million Opex budget by partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic financial planning and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Directed €350 million in external collaborations and strategic partnerships, fostering market growth, enhancing financial efficiency, and optimizing business development strategies.
  • Achieved zero audit findings across multiple entities by implementing process improvements and ensuring compliance with governance standards.

Financialleadership

Proven financial leadership in complex, global environments. Strong track record in managing financial performance, P&L responsibilities, and capital allocation for growth. Expertise in financial analysis, risk management, and cash flow optimization to support long-term sustainability. Led successful restructuring initiatives and demonstrated the ability to respond to market shifts and business challenges.

Communityengagements

  • Member, Vietnamese Dual Language Committee, Promoting Vietnamese language education in Boston Public Schools since 05/2023.
  • Participant, English education programs in rural Vietnam, Participation from 2020 to 2022.
  • Guest Lecturer, Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Law, Vietnam, 2004-2009, 2014-2019

Current Role

Global Finance Business Partner, Research, Sanofi, 04/2022, Present, Lead financial operations for Oncology, Immunology, and Inflammation, delivering a 10% cost reduction on a €450 million budget by streamlining processes and optimizing resource allocation., Implement rolling forecasts, annual budgets, and risk management strategies across multiple business units, ensuring compliance with industry standards., Streamlined financial workflows, reducing manual entry by implementing automated processes in compliance reporting and budget analysis, enhancing accuracy and efficiency.

Community Engagements

· Member of the Vietnamese Dual Language Committee, promoting Vietnamese language education in Boston Public Schools since May 2023.

· Participation in English education programs in rural Vietnam (2020-2022).

Guest Lecturer at Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Law, Vietnam (2004-2009, 2014-2019).

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Global Finance Business Partner, Research

Sanofi Global
04.2022 - Current

Global Finance Business Partner, Research

Sanofi Global
03.2021 - 03.2022

Head of Accounting and Reporting

Sanofi Indochina
08.2017 - 02.2021

Country Head of Finance and Accounting

Digiworld Corporation
01.2016 - 07.2017

Finance Manager & Acting Project Lead

Unilever
08.2012 - 08.2013

Finance and Internal Controller

Resources Global Professionals
07.2011 - 07.2012

Country Risk Management Manager

Unilever Vietnam
02.2010 - 11.2010

Regional Internal Audit Manager of Asia

The Coca-Cola Company
01.2008 - 01.2010

Senior Audit Manager

KPMG Vietnam
09.1998 - 12.2007

Chartered Global Management Accountant And Associate Chartered Management Accountant - Management Accounting, Strategy, And Financial Lea

Jointly Issued By AICPA (US) And CIMA (UK)

Vietnam Association of Certified Public Accountants - Accounting, Auditing, Tax, Financial Reporting

Ministry of Finance

MBA -

University of Hawaii at Manoa
KHANH NGO