Michael A Germann

Michael embarked on his professional career in Public Accounting in Sept 1988. He became an Interim Manager by choice in October 2006 serving companies in a state of change in both English and German environments. Michael's interim projects broadly stated involve post-acquisition integration of controlling, accounting and corporate policies bringing process optimisation. His IT affinity is built upon ERP system migrations, mergers and carve outs, crossing departmental lines. These activities provide a solid and broad background for Michael's future engagements. IFRS implementations including IFRS with an emphasis on revenue recognition and financial instrument disclosures. and drafting financials and notes. Coordination of external and internal audits are also notable service areas. Michael gained his US Certified Public Accountant title, in 1999 and has gathered a decade of "Big-Four" audit experience in all phases of economic cycles. His career includes international experience beginning with Canada, Germany and the Former Soviet Union. He is best placed in a transatlantic acquisition environment, where Business German and English and multi-cultural soft skills are required. His Industrial spectrum: Automotive, Machinery, Fast Moving Consumer Goods, High Tech. In General, Manufacturing. With over 25 interim engagements Michael brings problems solved and a fresh perspective to his clients, and develops the staff with whom he works. Soft-skills beyond gaining a swift grasp of the mission at hand, team building, gaining the trust and buy-in of those impacted by change, strong inter-personal and communication skills and a lead-by-doing work ethic form the basis of Michael's success. Michael's geographical focus is on Southern Germany.