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Carla Put

Lokeren,VOV

Summary

Dynamic CFO with a proven financial track record, both in the health care sector (hospital and elderly care) as well as in a commercial international context. Excelling in driving compliance, mitigating financial risks and enhancing financial performance through analytical expertise and a continuous learning mindset. Adept at leading teams and fostering relationships, with a no-nonsense approach.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

CFO

AZ Alma
06.2023 - Current
  • Preparing quarterly financial statement, to give a correct view of financial health and business performance.
  • Managing relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process.
  • Preparing quarterly forecasts, yearly budgets en long-term financial planning, in close collaboration with te business.
  • Reducing operational costs by identifying areas for improvement.
  • Leading financial negotiations with physicians in order to reach optimal financial arrangements, both for the hospital as well as for the physicians.
  • Managing 45 people, encompassing the controlling, accounting, central purchase and healthcare data teams.

CFO

Samen Ouder & Abram
06.2015 - 06.2023
  • Responsible for finance, administration and HR for vzw Samen Ouder (an organization active in elderly care) en vzw Abram (a network supporting several organizations in elderly care, juvenile care, disabled care and hospitals).

Finance Relationship Manager Hungary

KBC Group
01.2013 - 05.2015
  • Oversaw the finance team of the Hungarian branch of KBC, ensuring consistency and compliance with the financial reporting standards of the Group.
  • Streamlined internal reporting processes.
  • Provided accurate financial statements of the Hungarian branch, analyzed the financial figures and reported to the Group CFO.

Risk Manager

KBC Group
09.2009 - 12.2012
  • Developed and implemented measures to improve risk control and risk mitigation in different areas (interest rate, currency, liquidity, ALM).
  • Developed strong relationships with internal stakeholders, promoting a culture of risk awareness and accountability.

Compliance Manager

KBC Group
08.2006 - 08.2009
  • Reduced risk exposure for KBC by identifying and addressing areas of noncompliance.
  • Supported the implementation of new regulations within KBC by developing strategic plans and action items. For example: implemented the European Mifid directive in the retail branches.
  • Strengthened company-wide awareness of relevant laws and regulations, through trainings for personnel, presentations, and communication.

Financial Analyst

KBC Asset Management
09.2000 - 07.2006
  • Analyzed trends on the stock market, in order to give optimal advice to the fund managers of KBC.

Analyst Study Department

KBC Bank & Verzekering
02.1997 - 08.2000
  • Conducted analysis and studies, in order to give advice to KBC on different economic subjects with potential impact on the business.

Education

M.D. - Master in Finance & Accounting

Ehsal Management School
Brussels, Belgium
06-1998

M.D. - Master in Applied Economics

University of Ghent
Ghent, Belgium
06-1996

Skills

  • Financial leadership
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Adaptability to change
  • Financial management
  • Board reporting
  • Strategic financial planning
  • Budget planning
  • Financial analysis expertise
  • Analytical and critical thinker
  • Process improvement

Languages

Dutch
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Elementary (A2)
German
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

CFO

AZ Alma
06.2023 - Current

CFO

Samen Ouder & Abram
06.2015 - 06.2023

Finance Relationship Manager Hungary

KBC Group
01.2013 - 05.2015

Risk Manager

KBC Group
09.2009 - 12.2012

Compliance Manager

KBC Group
08.2006 - 08.2009

Financial Analyst

KBC Asset Management
09.2000 - 07.2006

Analyst Study Department

KBC Bank & Verzekering
02.1997 - 08.2000

M.D. - Master in Finance & Accounting

Ehsal Management School

M.D. - Master in Applied Economics

University of Ghent
Carla Put