Finance Executive –
IFRS · HGB · US-GAAP · ESG Governance

When closings, reporting, or ESG compliance stall.

I stabilize critical finance processes, ensure audit compliance, and restore closing, reporting, and ESG capability — so your team can keep working independently afterwards.

Nicole Vekonj - Interim Managerin Finance & Accounting im professionellen Büroumfeld, Expertin für IFRS und ERP-Implementierungen
100,000+
Receipts posted · audit-ready financials for 22 entities
4
Entities with timely HGB & IFRS closings
< 3 months
M&A integration with parallel close
30%
Reduction of overdue receivables through structured reporting

Why Companies Call Me

International corporations are under massive pressure: regulations, ERP transformation, skills shortage, weekly closing cycles. When risks escalate, I am called:

  • Closings Out of Control

    Deadlines are missed, error costs increase

  • SAP & Oracle Threaten Reporting

    Stability and transparency are missing

  • Audits Escalate

    SOX & Compliance in the red zone

  • Skills Shortage Creates Control Gaps

  • Remediation Must Act Immediately

    Findings must not become reputational risks

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My Expertise: Six Core Areas for Immediate Impact

Solid experience in critical finance areas

Ensure Financial Close Readiness

Closing on schedule. Error rates down. Audit ready.

Stabilize SAP Rollout

Go-live without reporting downtime.

Defend Compliance

SOX controls, audit-proof documentation.

Strengthen Reporting & Controlling

KPI systems for strategic decisions.

Risk-Free Through Audits

Eliminate findings, restore trust.

Remediation That Lasts

Fix weaknesses, ensure sustainability.

Further Education and IT Knowledge

ERP & Reporting

SAP FI/CO/AA/HCM
Oracle ERP
Hyperion
Blackline
Coupa Bellin
Coupa Treasury
Kepion

Languages

German
English

Further Education 2025

Certified ESG Expert (Steinbeis)
Masterclass Business Automation Manager (Haufe)

About Me

Nicole Vekonj

Finance Executive – IFRS · HGB · US-GAAP · ESG Governance

  • Graduate in Business Administration with 20 years of finance experience in international groups — Automotive, Financial Services, IT and Automation.
  • Expertise in IFRS/US-GAAP closings, Group Accounting, ERP transformations (SAP/Oracle), audit remediation and reporting stabilization.
  • IHK lecturer for finance, accounting and risk management — Certified ESG Expert (Steinbeis) and Masterclass Business Automation Manager (Haufe, 2026).
  • Solid experience preparing monthly and annual financial statements under HGB — including notes, management report and audit management for German group companies.
  • I am called when control needs to be regained. I only hand over when risks are eliminated, results are secured and the team is operational.

Nicole Vekonj - Diplom-Kauffrau und Interim Managerin für Finance & Accounting mit über 20 Jahren Erfahrung in IFRS, SAP und Oracle

My Working Approach - What Distinguishes Me

Leadership Without Vanity

Teams act with me, not against me. Trust immediately.

Stability Under Pressure

Clear decisions, calm in escalating phases.

Stakeholder Alignment

Bundle interests. Secure results.

Zero Knowledge Loss

Knowledge stays where it belongs: in the company.

What Clients Say

Proven Results and Satisfied Clients

Trusted by renowned companies

"I have had the pleasure of working together with Nicole on the Canon OPT integrations from Contract Management to the Oracle R12 ERP system, we were jointly looking into the integration failures and defining the resolution for the different causes of failure. Nicole combines in depth Accounting knowledge with the ability to quickly acquire a very good understanding of the Canon specific business processes, she has documented the different causes to prevent them by informing Business Operations of wrong actions resulting in failures as well as documenting the resolution in case the failures happen. She proved to be a great asset in supporting the demanding OPT organization with a natural focus on the Finance area."
Marc Hulsbosch
European Lease Manager
Canon
"Nicole Vekonj supported me in a complex AP remediation project. With extensive expertise and clear structure, she led a five-person team, corrected erroneous bookings from the last three fiscal years, and worked closely with general ledger, tax, and procurement. Particularly valuable was her ability to identify systemic weaknesses and implement sustainable improvements. Her commitment significantly contributed to creating transparency and noticeably optimizing our processes."
Marcel Gil
Lead Finance Controller DACH
Lowell
"I worked with Nicole Vekonj during her time as an Interim Consultant in the General Ledger area. Professionally, Nicole impressed with her deep understanding of accounting and general ledger processes, a structured and analytical approach, and high reliability. Nicole Vekonj quickly grasped new topics, thought outside the box, and found pragmatic as well as sustainable solutions. I would particularly like to highlight her pleasant, professional manner in dealing with colleagues. Nicole contributed with team spirit, clarity, and a fine sense for people, thus contributing to a positive, productive work environment. I would work with her again at any time and can recommend her unreservedly for similar tasks."
Ulrike Basten
Manager Finance & Controlling
NTT DATA, Inc.
"I had the pleasure of getting to know Ms. Vekonj during my onboarding at Magna Casting Soest GmbH. During this time, I perceived her as a competent, versatile and personable colleague who acts professionally even in stressful situations. I would particularly like to emphasize the know-how transfer, which ensured a smooth personnel transition. I thank Ms. Vekonj and wish her continued success in future projects."
Dr. Christian Manfred Kellner
Asset Accountant & Project Controller
Magna

Collaboration Models

Interim

Immediate impact in critical situations. Leadership that delivers results.

Fractional

For units that need expertise but not a full-time role.

Project Leadership

Clear milestones, full accountability, measurable results.

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Professionelles Business Meeting - Beratungsgespräch zur Zusammenarbeit im Interim Management Finance, Diskussion von ERP-Projekten und IFRS-Implementierung

Our Collaboration - Clearly Structured

When companies engage me, they need quick results and a clearly structured process. My collaboration is therefore simple, transparent and pragmatically designed:

1

Diagnosis – Risks, Deadlines, Resources

Targeted analysis based on the description of your current situation

2

Immediate Start – Accountability from Day 1

No onboarding. I increase your capacity to act immediately.

3

Stabilization & Implementation – Results before Concepts

Secure closing, keep systems stable, eliminate findings.

4

Audit-Proof Documentation – Zero Knowledge Loss

Processes traceable, teams empowered, no black boxes.

5

Completion & Handover – Sustainable Impact

The team is independently capable without knowledge loss

Personal Values

I am characterized by a combination of expertise, pragmatism and reliability. I do not see myself as a "temporary firefighter", but as a partner at eye level who provides companies with stability in critical situations.

Contact

If you need to bridge acute vacancies, accelerate projects, or master IFRS/ERP challenges:

Direct Contact

Coverage Area
Europe-wide
Remote & On-site
LinkedIn
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Initial Consultation

In an initial, non-binding conversation we will analyze together:

  • Your current situation and challenges
  • Timeline and critical deadlines
  • Suitable solution approaches
  • Next steps
Nicole Vekonj konzentriert bei Finance-Projektarbeit - Interim Manager für IFRS-Abschlüsse, SAP-Implementierung und Audit-Vorbereitung im Büroumfeld