Didier Prince Acma, Cgma
About Didier Prince Acma, Cgma
Didier Prince is the R2R Operations Effectiveness Lead at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Chester, United Kingdom, with extensive experience in financial management and process improvement.
Current Position at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Didier Prince currently serves as the R2R Operations Effectiveness Lead at Bristol-Myers Squibb. Situated in Chester, United Kingdom, he focuses on driving operational efficiency within the Record to Report (R2R) processes. This role entails collaborating closely with Global Process Owners (GPOs), cross-operational functions, and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) partners to ensure alignment and streamlined operations.
Professional Experience at Lonza
Before joining Bristol-Myers Squibb, Didier Prince worked at Lonza in two key positions. From 2018 to 2019, he held the role of R2R Manager. Prior to that, he served as the EMEA R2R Team Lead from 2017 to 2018. In both roles, Didier was based in Manchester, United Kingdom, and was responsible for managing end-to-end R2R processes and leading teams to enhance efficiency and standardization.
Earlier Roles in Finance and Accounting
Didier Prince has an extensive background in finance and accounting, having held various positions at well-known companies. His prior roles include Indirect Tax Manager at Greenergy from 2015 to 2017, and several positions at JTI (Japan Tobacco International) between 2013 to 2015, including Treasury Accountant & Middle Office Lead, and General Ledger Team Leader. Additionally, Didier worked at Chemtura Corporation as Senior General Ledger Accountant, and AstraZeneca France SAS in multiple roles including Finance Manager and Global R2R Process Expert.
Educational Background and Certifications
Didier Prince has a comprehensive educational background. He holds a CIMA certification, earned from Kaplan between 2003 and 2013. He also has a Bachelor's degree in Library Studies from Loughborough University, and a University Diploma of Technology (DUT) in Marketing & Communication from Besancon University Technology. Additionally, he completed his A Levels in Mathematics, Physics, and Biology at Ferney-Voltaire International College.
Expertise in SAP and IFRS
With over 15 years of experience using SAP FI/CO ERP systems, Didier Prince possesses significant expertise in modules such as Material Management (MM) and Fixed Assets (FA). He stays current with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as part of his Individual Development Plan (IDP). His robust knowledge in these areas supports his proficiency in managing complex financial processes and ensuring compliance.