Vivien Zhou
About Vivien Zhou
Vivien Zhou serves as the General Manager of Finance at SSI Schäfer, bringing extensive experience in finance and project management from previous roles at CSE Global and PING AN. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Wuhan University and has a strong background in procurement, M&A due diligence, and group consolidation.
Current Role at SSI Schäfer
Vivien Zhou has been serving as the General Manager Finance at SSI Schäfer since 2018. In this role, she oversees the financial operations of the organization, ensuring effective financial management and strategic planning. Her responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, contributing to the overall financial health of the company.
Previous Experience at CSE Global
Before joining SSI Schäfer, Vivien Zhou worked at CSE Global (Australia & New Zealand) as Group Finance Manager from 2014 to 2018. During her four years in this position, she managed financial operations and contributed to the financial strategy of the organization while based in Sydney, Australia.
Educational Background
Vivien Zhou studied at Wuhan University, where she earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree with a focus on Auditing from 1992 to 1996. This educational foundation has equipped her with essential knowledge and skills in finance and auditing, which she has applied throughout her career.
Professional Skills and Expertise
Vivien Zhou possesses a range of professional skills, including project management, procurement, and M&A due diligence. Her experience in project management demonstrates her ability to plan and execute projects effectively. Additionally, her skills in procurement involve acquiring necessary goods and services for business operations, while her expertise in M&A due diligence focuses on evaluating financial aspects of potential mergers and acquisitions.
Career Progression and Roles
Vivien Zhou's career includes various roles in finance and accounting. She began her career as a Graduate Accountant at Windows of the World Travel Ltd. from 1996 to 1997, followed by a position as Fund Analyst at PING AN from 1997 to 2002. She then served as Financial Controller at CSE-Uniserve Pty Limited from 2005 to 2014, where she spent nine years managing financial operations before moving to CSE Global.