Sanel Falan
About Sanel Falan
Sanel Falan is the Group Financial Controller at PaperCut Software, where he has worked since 2017. He has a strong background in finance and accounting, having previously held positions at Choice Hotels Asia-Pac and KPMG, and holds two bachelor's degrees from the University of Melbourne.
Work at PaperCut Software
Sanel Falan has served as the Group Financial Controller at PaperCut Software since 2017. In this role, he manages financial operations across multiple countries, including Australia, the UK, Germany, and the USA. He provides financial advisory services within a fast-paced and rapidly growing industry. His responsibilities include setting up international operating structures to support business expansion. Additionally, he oversees foreign exchange (FX) and cash flow management for the global finance team.
Previous Experience in Accounting and Finance
Before joining PaperCut Software, Sanel Falan worked as the Financial Controller at Choice Hotels Asia-Pac from 2009 to 2017. His earlier experience includes a position as Senior Advisor & Auditor at KPMG from 2005 to 2008. In these roles, he developed business metrics and conducted financial feasibility analysis for various initiatives, enhancing his expertise in financial management.
Education and Expertise
Sanel Falan studied at the University of Melbourne, where he earned two degrees. He completed a Bachelor of Information Systems, focusing on Information Systems, Programming, and Project Management, from 2000 to 2004. He also obtained a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Accounting and Finance during the same period. This educational background provides a strong foundation for his current role in financial management.
Early Career as an Accounting Tutor
Sanel Falan began his career as an Accounting Tutor at the University of Melbourne in 2004, where he worked for 11 months in the Department of Accounting and Business Information Systems. This role allowed him to share his knowledge and expertise in accounting with students, contributing to their academic development.
Process Improvements and Automation Initiatives
In his role as Group Financial Controller at PaperCut Software, Sanel Falan has implemented significant process improvements and automation initiatives. These efforts have enhanced commercial analysis and financial forecasting, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the financial operations within the organization.