Alexis B.
About Alexis B.
Alexis B. serves as the Finance Lead for Asia at Forto, where he is responsible for establishing the finance function and managing financial operations. He has a strong educational background in finance and accounting, with experience in various financial roles across multiple organizations.
Current Role at Forto
Alexis B. serves as the Finance Lead for Asia at Forto, a position held since 2022. In this role, Alexis is responsible for building the finance function and team from the ground up, establishing a solid foundation for the company's financial operations in the region. Alexis acts as the primary finance partner to Forto's VP Asia, providing strategic financial insights and support for regional operations. The role involves managing risk by implementing tools and systems to oversee customer and partner portfolio risks, ensuring effective financial risk management practices.
Previous Experience at Wabtec Corporation
Prior to joining Forto, Alexis B. worked at Wabtec Corporation as a Project Financial Controller for the APAC region. This role spanned from 2018 to 2021, during which Alexis was based in Hong Kong. Alexis had previously held a similar position at Wabtec Corporation for a shorter duration in 2016 to 2017. In these roles, Alexis was involved in overseeing financial operations and played a key role in implementing ERP systems such as HFM and Spendesk to enhance financial processes and reporting capabilities.
Educational Background
Alexis B. has a strong educational background in finance and accounting. Alexis earned a Master's degree in Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law from The University of Hong Kong, completing the program from 2016 to 2017. Prior to this, Alexis studied at EM Strasbourg Business School, achieving a Master's degree with honors in Accounting and Finance from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, Alexis obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance from Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, completing the degree from 2010 to 2013.
Career in Financial Services
Throughout their career, Alexis B. has accumulated diverse experience in financial services. Before joining Forto, Alexis worked as a Financial Auditor at PwC Luxembourg for five months in 2015 to 2016. Alexis also served as a Financial Analyst at IKEA Group in France for five months in 2015. Furthermore, Alexis held the position of Senior Wealth Manager at Convoy Financial Group in Hong Kong from 2017 to 2018, where responsibilities included managing client portfolios and financial planning.
Financial Management Expertise
Alexis B. possesses significant expertise in financial management, particularly in transitioning accounting practices from IFRS to U.S. GAAP. This adaptability to different financial reporting standards highlights Alexis's comprehensive understanding of global financial practices. In the current role at Forto, Alexis creates visibility on spending, cash, receivables, and operating working capital, contributing to effective cash and working capital management.