I have a background in reinsurance, consulting, financial markets and business administration with over 17 years’ experience in Financial Controlling, 5+ years’ experience in Consulting, Accounting & Taxation and 4+ years’ experience in trading and investment. My previous roles required high attention to details while delivering focused information to peers and Executives. Being trustworthy and discreet, learning fast, observing deadlines, as well as working within multinational and cross-functional teams and in a proactive manner are an integral part of my business attitude. I am excited to contribute to the success of your team and your company. I am excited to contribute to the success of your team and your company.

Sandra Mencel

I have a background in reinsurance, consulting, financial markets and business administration with over 17 years’ experience in Financial Controlling, 5+ years’ experience in Consulting, Accounting & Taxation and 4+ years’ experience in trading and investment. My previous roles required high attention to details while delivering focused information to peers and Executives. Being trustworthy and discreet, learning fast, observing deadlines, as well as working within multinational and cross-functional teams and in a proactive manner are an integral part of my business attitude. I am excited to contribute to the success of your team and your company. I am excited to contribute to the success of your team and your company.

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I have a background in reinsurance, consulting, financial markets and business administration with over 17 years’ experience in Financial Controlling, 5+ years’ experience in Consulting, Accounting & Taxation and 4+ years’ experience in trading and investment. My previous roles required high attention to details while delivering focused information to peers and Executives. Being trustworthy and discreet, learning fast, observing deadlines, as well as working within multinational and cross-functional teams and in a proactive manner are an integral part of my business attitude. I am excited to contribute to the success of your team and your company.

I am excited to contribute to the success of your team and your company.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced
French
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Greek, Modern
Beginner

Work Experience

Trader & Investment Analyst at Self-employed / Individual Trader
January 1, 2019 - Present
Trading stocks, options, futures, CFDs, ETFs, leveraged certificates and cryptocurrencies; analyzing company fundamentals, market participant behavior and macro drivers; managing risk and executing trades at personal risk.
Assistant to the CEO at FASH-CONCEPT CONSULTING LTD.
October 1, 2017 - December 31, 2023
Supported the CEO in preparing business plans for clients, including cash flow statements and relevant documents for banks and other institutions. Provided monthly and quarterly accounting support (income statements, balance sheets, wage accounting, travel expenses accounting). Assisted in tax consulting, research of legislative documents and tax court decisions, location analysis. Monitored client’s strategic business units (SBU) and supported business analysis, calculation of projects and pricing strategies.
Financial Controller Munich Health at Munich Re, Munich, Germany
October 1, 2013 - July 31, 2017
Monthly, quarterly and annual monitoring of Healthcare Reinsurance North America (≈ USD 2bn turnover p.a.). Analyzed deviations from Plan/Forecast/Actuals, identified drivers and proposed mitigations to local CEOs and CFOs. Led annual financial planning process for 3-year targets and contributed to the Health business unit's overall plan. Managed renewal reporting, assessing renewals and tracking results (cancellations, new business, organic growth). Co-led cross-functional project to adapt and implement universal monitoring tools; acted as interface between HQ in Munich and subsidiaries in the USA and Canada.
Controller Reporting Munich Health at Munich Re
May 1, 2009 - September 30, 2013
Focused on internal and external reporting requirements, including monthly, quarterly and annual consolidation of financials and deviation analysis for the Munich Health unit. Assessed achievement of financial targets for CEOs and CFOs. Represented Munich Health in Solvency II Pillar 3 reporting projects.
Controller Latin America at Munich Re
January 1, 2003 - April 30, 2009
Controller for Latin America region, overseeing reporting and performance analysis to support management decisions.
Assistant Underwriter Latin America, Spain, Portugal at Munich Re
July 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002
Assisted underwriter responsibilities for Latin America, Spain and Portugal; supported policy underwriting and risk assessment.

Education

Diploma in Business Administration at FOM University of Applied Sciences, Munich, Germany
March 1, 2008 - January 31, 2011
Insurance Business Assistant (Vocational Training) at Munich Re, Munich, Germany
September 1, 2000 - June 30, 2002

Qualifications

Solvency II Pillar 3 Reporting Implementation (Munich Re)
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2013

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Professional Services