
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.

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
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
Languages
Further Education 2025
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.

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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
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.

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:
Diagnosis – Risks, Deadlines, Resources
Targeted analysis based on the description of your current situation
Immediate Start – Accountability from Day 1
No onboarding. I increase your capacity to act immediately.
Stabilization & Implementation – Results before Concepts
Secure closing, keep systems stable, eliminate findings.
Audit-Proof Documentation – Zero Knowledge Loss
Processes traceable, teams empowered, no black boxes.
Completion & Handover – Sustainable Impact
The team is independently capable without knowledge loss
Latest Blog Posts
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Read morePersonal 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
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
