Thomas W.
About Thomas W.
Thomas W. serves as the Head of Group Accounting and Taxes at wefox Group, where he manages the corporate month-end accounting process and oversees financial reporting across multiple countries. He has extensive experience in finance and accounting, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Lear Corporation and BOMBARDIER.
Current Role at wefox Group
Thomas W. serves as the Head of Group Accounting and Taxes at wefox Group since 2019. In this role, he manages the corporate month-end accounting process for the organization, which operates across seven countries with 19 legal entities. His responsibilities include overseeing the preparation of the Group consolidated financial statements and reporting weekly cash positions. He also manages the cash forecast process and supervises an international accounting team.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his current position, Thomas W. held various finance roles at Lear Corporation and BOMBARDIER. He worked at Lear Corporation as Finance Director for Global Seating FP&A and CFO BU Italia, as well as in compliance and change management support. His tenure at BOMBARDIER included roles such as Cash Planning and IGS Division controlling, Director of Business Planning & Analysis, and Manager of Central Functions Controlling. His extensive background spans over 15 years in finance and accounting.
Education and Expertise
Thomas W. studied at Hamburger Fern-Hochschule, where he focused on Business Administration, specifically in Accounting and Controlling. He achieved the degree of Diplom Kaufmann from 2009 to 2012. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience in finance, accounting, and corporate governance.
M&A and Financial Standards at wefox Group
In his role at wefox Group, Thomas W. supports M&A transactions and ensures smooth post-merger integration. He defines, develops, and implements group-wide financial standards, guidelines, and processes. Additionally, he leads optimization projects related to transfer pricing, VAT, and the common chart of accounts, contributing to the overall financial efficiency of the organization.
IFRS Conversion Leadership
Thomas W. led the company-wide IFRS conversion project at wefox Group. This initiative involved transitioning the financial reporting framework to align with International Financial Reporting Standards, enhancing the transparency and comparability of the Group's financial statements. His leadership in this project underscores his expertise in financial reporting and compliance.