Tanya Sournina Acma, Cgma
About Tanya Sournina Acma, Cgma
Tanya Sournina is the Director of Finance at Mapp Digital, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in finance and accounting, having previously held positions at Ocean Intelligent Communications and OSIsoft, and holds professional qualifications from The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Work at Mapp Digital
Tanya Sournina serves as the Director of Finance at Mapp Digital since 2020. In her role, she oversees the management of group transfer pricing models and the closure of EU entities. Tanya leads the management of research and development projects within the company, ensuring that financial operations align with strategic objectives. She is responsible for ensuring international compliance with applicable laws and regulations, which is critical for maintaining the integrity of the organization’s financial practices. Additionally, she manages audits for MEME Group across multiple countries, including the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Poland, Netherlands, and the US.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Mapp Digital, Tanya Sournina held several key positions in finance. She worked at Ocean Intelligent Communications as a Senior Management Accountant from 2016 to 2018, where she contributed to financial management in London. Prior to that, she was an EMEA Accountant at OSIsoft for eight months in 2016. Tanya also served as the Interim Group Financial Controller at Arena Racing Company from 2019 to 2020. In these roles, she managed various financial responsibilities, including the valuation of EU entities and the management of intellectual property licenses.
Education and Expertise
Tanya Sournina holds a Master’s Degree in Accounting and Finance from Kuzbass State Technical University (KuzSTU). She further enhanced her qualifications by studying at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, where she achieved the ACMA and CGMA designations. These educational credentials provide her with a strong foundation in financial management and accounting principles, enabling her to effectively oversee complex financial operations and compliance requirements.
Achievements in Tax Management
Tanya Sournina has demonstrated significant expertise in tax management throughout her career. Notably, she successfully reduced a substantial German tax charge and penalty from €1.3 million to €181,000. This achievement highlights her ability to navigate complex tax regulations and implement effective strategies to mitigate financial liabilities. Her experience in managing audits and compliance across multiple jurisdictions further underscores her proficiency in financial governance.
Leadership and Team Management
In her current and previous roles, Tanya Sournina has shown strong leadership capabilities. She has restructured and led teams effectively within organizations, ensuring that financial operations run smoothly and efficiently. Her responsibilities include overseeing payroll functions across eight EU jurisdictions and consolidating group payroll, which requires effective team coordination and management skills. Tanya's leadership in managing R&D projects also reflects her ability to guide teams toward achieving strategic financial goals.