Sarah Laurentz
About Sarah Laurentz
Sarah Laurentz is the Head of Finance Land Operations at Viking Cruises in Basel, with over 20 years of experience in accounting and finance roles across various industries.
Current Position at Viking Cruises
Sarah Laurentz currently holds the position of Head Of Finance Land Operations at Viking Cruises, based in Basel. She has been leading the company's finance operations for their land-based activities since January 2016. Her role involves overseeing the financial management processes for the company's extensive travel operations, ensuring compliance with both Swiss and French accounting standards.
Previous Roles in Finance
Before her current role, Sarah Laurentz served as Senior Accountant at Viking Cruises from 2003 to 2015, a tenure that spanned 12 years. Prior to joining Viking Cruises, she worked at TFL France as a Comptable for 11 months in 2000. She has also held accountant positions at Sixt rent a car from 2000 to 2003 in Basel-Mulhouse Airport and at Alexander Burkle Sa from 1997 to 2000 in Wittenheim.
Education and Qualifications in Finance
Sarah Laurentz studied at Lycée Camille See Colmar where she earned the Diplôme d'Etudes Comptables et Financieres (DECF) in 1997. She also attended Lycée Jean Mermoz, achieving a Brevet de Technicien Supérieur en comptabilité et Gestion. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in accounting and finance, which she has utilized throughout her diverse career.
Experience Across Various Industries
Sarah Laurentz has over 20 years of experience in accounting and finance roles across multiple industries. Her diverse background includes positions in car rental, chemical manufacturing, and electrical wholesale sectors. This extensive experience has equipped her with a broad understanding of different financial environments and industry standards.
Expertise in French and Swiss Accounting Standards
Sarah Laurentz has a strong background in both French and Swiss accounting standards. She has worked extensively in both France and Switzerland, gaining valuable experience in navigating the financial regulations and practices unique to each country. This expertise is particularly beneficial in her current role at Viking Cruises, where she oversees financial operations that span across international borders.