Jens Peter Janiak
About Jens Peter Janiak
Jens Peter Janiak serves as the CFO and General Manager at Brown-Forman, bringing over two decades of experience in finance and management across various sectors, including telecommunications and e-commerce.
Work at Brown-Forman
Jens Peter Janiak has been serving as the CFO and General Manager at Brown-Forman since 2014. His role encompasses overseeing financial operations and strategic management within the organization. He has contributed to the company's financial health and operational efficiency over the past decade, leveraging his extensive experience in finance and management.
Previous Experience at Telefonica Germany
Before joining Brown-Forman, Jens Peter Janiak worked at Telefonica Germany GmbH & Co. OHG (HanseNet) from 2007 to 2011. He held the position of Head of Budget and Finance, with an interim role as Head of Accounting. His tenure in Hamburg, Germany, involved managing financial planning and budgeting processes for the organization.
Career at AOL Germany
Janiak served as the CFO for the Business Segment 'Access' at AOL Germany from 2000 to 2007. During his seven years in this role, he was responsible for financial management and strategic oversight within the segment, contributing to the company's operations in the new media sector.
Education and Expertise
Jens Peter Janiak studied at Fachhochschule Kiel, where he earned a Diplom-Betriebswirt in Finance from 1990 to 1994. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in finance, including skills in conducting make-or-buy analysis, outsourcing business cases, and managing financial closings.
Skills and Specializations
Janiak possesses a range of skills relevant to financial management, including expertise in implementing finance tools such as SAP and Hyperion. He has experience in conducting ROI analysis, transfer pricing, and managing business restructuring projects. His knowledge extends to handling purchase price allocation and factoring, making him proficient in various financial operations.