Peter Elsner
About Peter Elsner
Peter Elsner is a Junior Accountant at General Mills in Mississauga, Ontario, with over nine years of experience at the company and a diverse background in sales and accounting roles.
Current Position
Peter Elsner currently holds the position of Junior Accountant at General Mills in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. He has been employed with the company since September 2014, demonstrating a long-term commitment to his role and to the organization.
Previous Roles at General Mills
Prior to his current role, Peter Elsner served as a Key Account Assistant at General Mills for a brief period of three months in 2014. This position was based in Hamburg, Germany, and allowed him to gain valuable experience in account management within a global company.
Work Experience in Sales Coordination
From 2012 to 2013, Peter Elsner worked as a Sales Coordinator Grocery D-A-CH at GSK in Hamburg, Germany. In this role, he coordinated sales activities for the grocery sector across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, gaining a comprehensive understanding of multi-country sales operations.
Background in Sales Support
Peter Elsner has a diverse background in sales support. He worked at Generali as Sales Support Company Pension Scheme from 2009 to 2011 in Hamburg, Germany. His responsibilities included various support functions for company pension schemes, contributing to his broad experience in sales-related roles.
Internships and Early Career
Peter Elsner began his career with multiple internships and early roles, including positions at Wölbern Invest AG, Berenberg, and Bosch Security Systems in Hamburg, Germany. These roles provided him with foundational experience in executive assistance, investment banking, and sales.
Education and Expertise
Peter Elsner studied at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, from 2003 to 2008, earning a degree over a span of five years. His education provided him with a strong foundation in the principles and practices essential for his various roles in both the sales and accounting sectors.
Career Transition from Sales to Accounting
Peter Elsner transitioned from sales support and coordination roles in Germany to an accounting role in Canada. This career shift highlights his versatility and ability to adapt to new professional environments. His current position as a Junior Accountant at General Mills Canada is a testament to his ability to develop and apply his skills in diverse functional areas.