Pierre Mounier
About Pierre Mounier
Pierre Mounier serves as the Finance Director at The Economist since 2011, bringing over a decade of experience in financial management. He previously held roles at Kimberly-Clark and Procter & Gamble, and has a strong academic background in finance and business administration.
Work at The Economist
Pierre Mounier has served as Finance Director at The Economist since 2011, contributing to the organization's financial strategy and operations for over 13 years. His role in the Geneva Area, Switzerland, involves overseeing financial planning and analysis, ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, and implementing strategies that enhance revenue generation. Mounier has played a significant role in facilitating data-led decision-making through comprehensive financial reports that highlight performance, key risks, and opportunities.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining The Economist, Pierre Mounier held positions at Kimberly-Clark and Procter & Gamble. At Kimberly-Clark, he worked as a Business Analyst from 2007 to 2010 in London, United Kingdom. Prior to that, he was a General Ledger Accountant at Procter & Gamble from 2005 to 2007 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. His experiences in these roles provided him with a solid foundation in financial analysis and accounting practices.
Education and Expertise
Pierre Mounier is CIMA Qualified, having studied Finance and Management Accounting from 2007 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of the West of England, where he studied Auditing, Strategic Management, and Marketing from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in International Studies from Excelia, focusing on Marketing and Finance, from 2000 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and strategic decision-making.
Key Projects and Initiatives
Throughout his career, Pierre Mounier has led several significant projects. He implemented a global pricing strategy that resulted in an increase of annual revenues by over 10%. Additionally, he led a multi-million pound digital transformation project over three years, which secured board-level buy-in. Mounier also introduced Customer Lifetime Value (CLTV) metrics, achieving a 25% reduction in marketing investment while improving CLTV by 80%. These initiatives demonstrate his ability to drive financial performance and strategic growth.
Technical Skills and Tools
Pierre Mounier specializes in financial planning and analysis using various tools and software. He is proficient in SAP, Qlik Sense, Qlik View, and Anaplan, which he utilizes to enhance financial reporting and analysis. His expertise in these tools supports his ability to facilitate data-led decision-making and provide insightful analyses that inform organizational strategies.