Plamen Nikodimov

Plamen nikodimov

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Regional OTC Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

  • Education

    • Vuzf university

      2008 - 2012
      Bachelor’s degree finance, general

      Financial Control, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Commercial and Financial Law, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Banking, Corporate and Public Finance, International Finance, Monetary Theory and Policy, Financial Markets and Instruments, Statistics, Econometrics

    • University of national and world economy

      2012 - 2013
      Master’s degree finance, general

      Financial Management, Financial Engineering, Investment Portfolio Management, Cost – Benefits Analysis, Accounting, Banking Management, International Financial Organizations and Programs, European Monetary and Financial Integration

    • Acca

      2017 - 2026
      Diploma in accounting and business accounting and finance

      Successfully Completed:Accountant in BusinessManagement AccountingFinancial AccountingCorporate and Business LawPerformance Management

  • Experience

    • Allianz

      Oct 2007 - Jul 2009
      Insurance agent

      Assist for the sale of insurance products and services for the insurance company "Allianz Bulgaria". Provide services to customers and contracting for general and life insurance. Provide assistance to customers in case of occurred insurance event and for the payment of compensation to the customer.

    • Telus international bulgaria

      Sept 2008 - Jan 2010
      Operator in call center

      Provide services to local and foreign customers, giving information, making reservations and processing payments for the low-cost airline WizzAir.

    • United bulgarian bank

      Apr 2012 - Jun 2012
      Intern in corporate banking, sales and early arrears department

      Provide assistance in the sale of products and services for SMB segment. Manage the authorization process in preferential loans and banking services to SMB. Responsible for the overall process of resolving credit transactions for SMB by performing preliminary financial analysis and researching the borrower.

    • Mkb unionbank

      May 2012 - Jan 2014
      Expert in problem loan department

      Manage and control of the deteriorating credit exposures in order to reduce the risk in the loan portfolio of the bank. Prepare reports for the Management and Supervisory Board according the recovery process of credit exposures. Prepare monthly reports for the Management and Supervisory Board about the activities of the "Problem Loans Department".

    • Coca-cola hbc

      Feb 2014 - now

      Manages team of FP&A Leads, responsible for the accurate annual Business Planning and quarterly Roling Estimation of the Accounts Receivable Free Cash Flow and Working Capital for the countries in scope.Delivers the planned FCF and WC, by regularly tracking and controlling the financial performance of the Business Units through the month, performing variance analysis, monitoring key financial indicators and preparing management reporting with key insight, enabling business decision by Senior Management.Responsible for preparation of Business Cases, Scenario Planning and Financial Simulations, aiming to improve FCF, WC and Business Performance and to support strategic decision making, by advising Senior Management and providing robust evidence and in-depth analysis with business insights.Responsible for Continuous Improvement of the AR FCF and WC planning and the implementation of new planning methodology and models.Partners and collaborates with relevant Country and Group functions (Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, Tax, etc.) to improve level of planning accuracy and deliverables and with External service provider to ensure CCH policies are followed and key metrics are delivered as per business plan.Builds Engagement of the team and responsible for successful pipeline development. Creating and supporting an atmosphere of openness and trust among team members, ensuring continues enhancement of capabilities and professional development. Show less Manages team of Team Leads, responsible for managing Accounts Receivable in the areas of Working Capital planning and performance, Credit and Risk Management, Collection of outstanding Receivables and timely and accurately period end closing activities ensuring correct P&L and Balance Sheet reflection of all relevant data for the Business Units of responsibility.Responsible for Continuous Improvement of the Accounts Receivable processes by implementation of new and effective strategies for managing outstanding receivables and enhancing the Credit and Risk Management models.Leads the preparation of Local Credit Policy and Collection Strategy in full compliance with CCH Group Accounting policies and ensures that the appropriate internal control environment, audit and COBC compliance are maintained along with compliance to all legal and regulatory requirements.Partners and collaborates with relevant Country and Group functions (Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, Tax, etc.) to ensure CCH policies are followed and key metrics are delivered as per business plan.Builds Engagement of the team and responsible for successful pipeline development. Creating and supporting an atmosphere of openness and trust among team members, ensuring continues enhancement of capabilities and professional development. Show less Lead team of finance professionals responsible for the management, planning and delivery of agreed results and ensuring quality of the service provided in the area of Credit and Risk Management, Accounts Receivable and Dispute Management.Responsible for managing and planning the Working Capital delivery in the area of Accounts Receivable and reducing the risk coming from the customer’s credit exposure.Maintain Governance at the desired level by complying with IFRS standards, Balance Sheet Reconciliation and managing internal and external audit requirements.Partners and collaborates with relevant Country and Group functions (Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, Tax, etc.) to ensure CCH policies are followed and key metrics are delivered as per business plan.Builds Engagement of the team and responsible for successful pipeline development. Creating and supporting an atmosphere of openness and trust among team members, ensuring continues enhancement of capabilities and professional development. Show less

      • Regional OTC Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

        May 2023 - now
      • OTC Controller

        Jun 2022 - Apr 2023
      • OTC Team Lead

        Mar 2018 - May 2022
      • OTC Senior Expert Accountant

        Feb 2014 - Feb 2018
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Credit managament

      Accee
      Oct 2015
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Mentor

      Issued by Mentor the Young on Mar 2024
      Mentor the YoungAssociated with Plamen Nikodimov
    • Guide to Visually Impaired Athlete

      Issued by Bulgarian Paralympic Association on Jan 2006
      Bulgarian Paralympic AssociationAssociated with Plamen Nikodimov