Ivan Paraskevopoulos
About Ivan Paraskevopoulos
Ivan Paraskevopoulos serves as the CFO for AXA XL in Latin America, a position he has held since 2019. He has a diverse background in financial reporting and compliance, having worked for notable companies such as XL Catlin and PwC.
Current Role at AXA XL
Ivan Paraskevopoulos serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Latin America at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the financial strategy and operations within the region. His role encompasses overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and regulatory requirements. Based in Brazil, he has been instrumental in driving financial performance and enhancing operational efficiency across the Latin American markets.
Previous Experience at XL Catlin
Prior to his current role, Ivan Paraskevopoulos worked at XL Catlin in various capacities. He served as the Finance Director from 2013 to 2017, where he managed financial operations and reporting. He also held the position of Financial Controller from 2011 to 2013, overseeing financial management processes. His tenure at XL Catlin began with a role as Senior Manager in Financial Reporting & Accounting from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on financial compliance and reporting standards.
Educational Background
Ivan Paraskevopoulos studied at Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Bacharel) from 2002 to 2007. His education provided a strong foundation in financial principles and accounting practices, which he has applied throughout his career in various financial roles. He also pursued studies at IDEP PNL, further enhancing his expertise in the field.
Professional Experience in Internal Control and Compliance
Ivan has extensive experience in internal control and compliance roles. He worked at Liberty Seguros Brasil as the Internal Control (SOX) and Compliance Coordinator from 2007 to 2010. He also briefly served as the Internal Control and Compliance Manager at RSA BRASIL in 2010. His work has involved implementing and reviewing internal policies and processes, with a focus on Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, anti-money laundering (AML), and fraud assessments.
Expertise in Financial Reporting and Auditing
Ivan Paraskevopoulos has a solid background in financial reporting and auditing. He began his career at Ernst & Young as an Auditor from 2003 to 2006 and later worked at PwC as a Senior Auditor from 2006 to 2007. His experience includes managing relationships with external actuarial advisors and contributing to the implementation of IFRS Phase I. He has also participated in two due diligence teams, demonstrating his capability in evaluating financial and operational aspects of potential acquisitions.