Mo (Motoki) Nakamura
Summary
Results-oriented Chief Financial Officer bringing 20+ years of experience in Advertising Industry. Strong history of achieving both financial and non-financial business goals with effective controls and planning.
Seasoned Chief Financial Officer focused on helping companies accomplish missions and drive growth. Expansion-minded professional versed in navigating complex financial challenges. Proficient Chief Financial Officer knowledgeable about financial leadership and operational needs. Resourceful and tech-savvy decision-maker with a deep understanding of market conditions. Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CFO
Mediabrands Japan
10.2012 - Current
- Overseeing entire back office operations, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, profitability improvement initiatives, resource planning, office relocation/renovation, contract reviews, liaison with Regional and HQ, negotiation with clients, investment decisions, overall HR direction and resource planning
VP of Finance & Operations
Gilt Groupe K.K.
12.2009 - 09.2012
- Overseeing all back office functions, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, profitability improvement initiatives, preparation of internal control, logistics capacity planning, office relocation, contract reviews, expat hiring/compensation/assistance, liaison with Region and HQ, negotiation with vendors, investment decisions, overall HR direction and resource planning
CFO
JWT Tokyo
09.2004 - 11.2009
- Overseeing all Finance and IT functions, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal control enhancement, compensation negotiation with clients, contract reviews, expat hiring/compensation/assistance, plan and execute 'Right Sizing', collection of Accounts Receivable, alliance/acquisition analysis and discussion, liaison with Region and HQ, investment decisions, overall HR direction and resource planning
FP&A Director
Guidant Japan K.K.
07.2003 - 09.2004
- Budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal control enhancement, inventory minimization projects, transfer price negotiation, revenue optimization analysis
Various Positions
Coca-Cola (Japan) Company
04.1998 - 07.2003
- Marketing Controller, Region Finance Manager, Section Manager Value Based Management, Project Manager, Financial Analyst
Financial Analyst
Brown & Williamson Japan
03.1997 - 04.1998
- Marketing budget control, financial analysis for various marketing promotions, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting
Full Time Intern
KPMG Louisville
12.1995 - 03.1997
- Audit, individual income taxes
Media Planner
Hakuhodo Inc.
04.1988 - 08.1994
- Planning, buying and evaluating TV spot campaigns
Education
MBA - Finance
Indiana University
Bloomington IN12.1996
Bachelor of Arts - American Studies
University of Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan03.1988
Skills
- Financial Analysis Expertise
- Financial Process Improvement
- Financial Strategy Development
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Budget Development
- Operational Management
- Business Forecasting
Certification
CPA State of Washington (Inactive)
CFA (Inactive)
Languages
Japanese
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Advanced
C1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
CFO
Mediabrands Japan
10.2012 - Current
VP of Finance & Operations
Gilt Groupe K.K.
12.2009 - 09.2012
CFO
JWT Tokyo
09.2004 - 11.2009
FP&A Director
Guidant Japan K.K.
07.2003 - 09.2004
Various Positions
Coca-Cola (Japan) Company
04.1998 - 07.2003
Financial Analyst
Brown & Williamson Japan
03.1997 - 04.1998
Full Time Intern
KPMG Louisville
12.1995 - 03.1997
Media Planner
Hakuhodo Inc.
04.1988 - 08.1994
MBA - Finance
Indiana University
Bachelor of Arts - American Studies
University of Tokyo
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