Christian Louis
Cap Malheureux
Summary
Finance professional with a proven track record of driving financial strategies and optimizing performance. Specializing in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving needs. Known for reliability, analytical skills, and results-oriented approach. Keen eye for identifying opportunities for improvement in any financial setting.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Manager
Intrasia Wealth Limited
Beau Plan, Mauritius
09.2023 - Current
- Member of the Audit and remuneration committee
- Managed timely and accurate reporting of various financial transactions and information for detailed analysis.
- Monitored and reviewed financial controls, processes, and procedures to enable best practice development.
- Developed thorough forecasting and cash-flow management processes to maximise progression and profitability.
- Identified areas for improvement and enhancements in financial processes and reporting mechanisms.
- Delivered regular management reporting and supervised monthly and quarterly tax calendars.
- Implemented cost-control measures, optimizing expenditure within budgetary constraints.
- Managed cash flow and liquidity, mitigating financial risks and ensuring stability.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements with 100% accuracy.
- Work to scale and enhance finance function by implementing and refining new processes.
- Consolidated comprehensive management accounts, integrating income statements, cash flow, and balance sheets.
- Store confidential information such as employment contracts and third parties agreements safely and securely in line with company protocol.
- Development and implementation of new accounting software.
- Led financial forecasting and budgeting processes to optimize resource allocation.
- Developed and implemented financial strategies to enhance profitability and reduce costs.
- Oversaw preparation of financial reports and ensured compliance with regulatory standards.
- Review and approval of purchase orders and quotations
- Computed and filed returns with MRA: VAT, TDS, PAYE, CSG, PRGF, NSF, ROE, CTX
- Prepare and present quarterly management accounts to the Board of Directors during quarterly Board meeting
- Assist Compliance Department and Corporate Admin Department with queries from FSC and Foreign Regulators
- Prepare and present monthly management accounts, budget analysis and list of payables in Finance Meeting, attended by Group Chairman, CEO and Group Financial Controller
- Act as authorized bank signatory on all company's bank accounts
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, facilitating informed decision-making by senior management.
- Collaborated with external auditors to ensure successful completion of annual audits without discrepancies.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Ensured company tax compliance by staying up-to-date on legislative changes affecting the industry.
- Contributed towards improving operational workflows by collaborating with IT teams to implement new software solutions and ongoing IT stuff
- Maintained high levels of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive financial information, ensuring data privacy and security.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors, leading to cost savings throughout the organization.
- Managed cash flow effectively by optimizing working capital management practices and forecasting future needs accurately.
Company Secretary
Intrasia Corporate Services Limited
Beau Plan, Mauritius
09.2023 - Current
- Managed payroll for 5+ employees with 100% accuracy using Microsoft Excel for group's companies.
- Assist corporate administration department in scheduling Board of Directors meetings and assisting with meeting materials, resources, and agendas.
- Act as authorized bank signatory for group's domestic companies and non-profit associations.
- Trained and motivated accounting team to maximise performance, assessing work standards regularly and offering insightful feedback.
- Maintained cash flow by monitoring bank balances and cash requirements for group's companies.
- Reviewed work of accounting team meticulously to maintain consistent standards.
- Stored confidential information safely and securely in line with company protocol.
- Coordinated annual general meetings, ensuring adherence to legal requirements and timelines.
- Oversaw the maintenance of statutory registers and filings with regulatory bodies.
- Review meeting minutes, bank account opening packs, filing with the Registrar of Companies
- Manage Chairman's villa monthly and annual payments including workers' salaries for maid and gardener, service providers, car insurance, property insurance, utilities, repair and maintenance
Company Secretary
LK Properties Ltd
Seraphic Lane, Grand Gaube, Mauritius (Remote)
09.2023 - Current
- Oversaw company accounts, bank reconciliations, and payments.
- Reviewed and managed statutory accounts and corporation tax returns.
- Prepared monthly reports, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Enforced compliance with financial policies impacting accounts and business objectives.
- Prepare year-end accounts, VAT returns, and personal tax returns with 0% error.
- Facilitated board meetings, preparing agendas and minutes for accurate documentation.
- Managed compliance with corporate governance regulations and policies.
Company Secretary
LK Investments Ltd
Seraphic Lane, Grand Gaube, Mauritius (Remote)
09.2023 - Current
- Oversaw company accounts, bank reconciliations, and payments.
- Reviewed and managed statutory accounts and corporation tax returns.
- Prepared monthly reports, account reconciliations, and financial statements with 100% accuracy
- Enforced compliance with financial policies impacting accounts and business objectives.
- Prepare year-end accounts, VAT returns, and personal tax returns ahead of deadlines.
- Supported management decision-making processes with thorough research and analysis of relevant industry trends and regulations.
- Improved efficiency in filing statutory reports with regulatory bodies by implementing an organized system for tracking deadlines.
Team leader, Finance Executive
Intrasia Management (Mauritius) Limited
Port Louis, Mauritius
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed timely and accurate reporting of various financial transactions and information for detailed analysis.
- Successfully handled 100% of income tax, VAT, and TDS assessments from Mauritius Revenue Authority for domestic and global companies.
- Monitored and reviewed financial controls, processes, and procedures to enable best practice development.
- Developed thorough forecasting and cash-flow management processes to maximise progression and profitability.
- Delivered regular management reporting and supervised quarterly tax calendar.
- Managed cash flow and liquidity, mitigating financial risks and ensuring stability.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements.
- Trained and motivated accounting team to maximise performance, assessing work standards regularly and offering insightful feedback.
- Liaised with external auditors to ensure complete compliance with IFRS.
- Oversaw documentation and reporting of expenses, sales, and other transactions.
- Maintained compliance with company standards and legal requirements.
- Regularly corresponded with multiple teams, implementing harmonizing solutions to address inconsistencies in daily accounting activities.
- Tracked expenses and inventory purchases against budget guidelines to maintain financial controls.
- Reviewed work of accounting team meticulously to maintain consistent standards.
- Prepared year-end accounts, VAT returns, corporate tax returns, payroll returns, and personal tax returns ahead of deadlines.
- Worked to scale and enhance finance function, implementing new processes and refining existing ones.
- Contributed to hiring process by interviewing applicants and recommending best-suited candidates.
- Directed budgeting and forecasting activities to align financial goals with organizational objectives.
- Oversaw financial reporting processes, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Consolidated comprehensive management accounts, integrating income statements, cash flow, and balance sheets.
- Reported on team performance to higher leadership, proactively offering action for areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues from different backgrounds to tackle new challenges.
- Delegated tasks to make best use of individuals' skills.
- Led team initiatives to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and career growth.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
Finance Executive
Intrasia Management (Mauritius) Limited
Port Louis, Mauritius
05.2020 - 12.2022
- Preparing and filing monthly PAYE, CSG, PRGF, TDS, and VAT returns with Mauritius Revenue Authority via MNS CNP and MRA e-services platforms.
- Preparing and filing quarterly VAT and APS returns with Mauritius Revenue Authority.
- Preparation and filing of annual corporate tax, return of employee, and TDS with Mauritius Revenue Authority.
- Filing of audited financial statements for MC and global business companies with Financial Services Commission.
- Filing of domestic companies' annual returns with Registrar of Companies
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Collected and processed payments.
- Communicated with customers to identify and resolve outstanding payments.
- Handle all payments for all applications and license renewals with Financial Services Commission.
- Created quarterly and yearly balance sheets to track financial trends and performance.
- Stored confidential information safely and securely in line with company protocol.
- Handled bank and balance sheet reconciliations to maintain accurate, up-to-date accounts.
- Managed end-to-end bookkeeping for varied portfolios (over 50 organizations), global business companies, domestic companies, and non-profit organizations.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements for group's domestic companies.
- Developed financial forecasts to support strategic planning initiatives.
Junior Finance Manager
Intrasia Investments Limited
Port Louis, Mauritius
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Preparing and filing monthly PAYE, CSG, PRGF, TDS, and VAT returns with Mauritius Revenue Authority via MNS CNP and MRA e-services platforms.
- Preparing and filing quarterly VAT and APS returns with Mauritius Revenue Authority.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Collected and processed payments.
- Created quarterly and yearly balance sheets to track financial trends and performance.
- Handled bank and balance sheet reconciliations to maintain accurate, up-to-date accounts.
- Managed end-to-end bookkeeping for varied portfolios(over 20 organizations), global business companies, domestic companies, and non-profit organizations.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements for group's domestic companies.
Accounts Clerk
Fairstone Ltd
Arsenal, Mauritius
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Make accounting entries through appropriate journals and file
documents. - Verified invoices against purchase orders to support smooth execution of month-end processes.
- Liaising with suppliers to obtain missing documents and
payment collection. - Perform bank and creditor account reconciliations.
- Upload invoices using BuildSmart and proceed with bill payment.
- Processed transactions by assessing information accuracy and completeness.
- Store confidential information safely and securely in line with company protocol.
- Processed up to 200 invoices monthly, demonstrating extreme attention to detail.
- Photocopied, laminated, and bound documents efficiently and with attention to detail to support staff.
- Organised and maintained filing systems for accessibility and orderliness.
- Responded promptly to phone and email inquiries.
- Transcribed or scanned data is used to create new files.
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA Specialisation Management Accounting (CIMA accelerated programme)
Open University of Mauritius
02-2026
Bachelor of Science - Accounting (Minor: Management)
University of Mauritius
09.2017
A-Levels - Economics, Accounting, Business Studies
Ananias André Le Chou College
02.2014
Primary Education - Primary Education
Basile Allas Government School
11.2004
Skills
- Financial reporting expertise
- Customer support
- Team leadership
- Proficient in QuickBooks
- Regulatory adherence
- Effective working capital oversight
- Preparation of financial statements
- Cash flow analysis and management
- Operational management
- Sensitive data handling
- Financial budget forecasting
- Risk management controls
Directorship
- Morpheus Trading (GBC), since March 2023
Certification
- June 2025: AML/CFT Refresher Training
- March 2024: IFRS 15 'Revenue from Contracts with Customers', PwC Mauritius
- March 2024: IFRS Deep Dives 2024: IFRS 16 'Leases', PwC Mauritius
- April 2023: Unpacking the partial exemption regime, Financial Services Institute
- March 2023: Fundamentals of VAT in Mauritius, Financial Services Institute
- March 2023: Basics of International Taxation, Bhurtun Tax Training
- July 2022: Consolidation of Financial Statement Under IFRS, W. Consulting: 12 hours of CPD awarded
- July 2022: Virtual Assets Training, Fundamental Level, Manchester Institute of Training
- February 2022: Information Security Awareness, Inspire Systems Institute
- August 2020: A Risk-Based Approach to AML/CFT, Financial Services Institute
- March 2020: Entrepreneurial Mindset Training, University of Adelaide, 18 hours of CPD awarded
- January 2020: Portable Retirement Gratuity Fund: A Practical Approach, Education Consult
- January 2020: Managing People, Success Strategies Consultants Ltd, 6 hours of CPD awarded
- March 2019: Contribution Network Project, Mauritius Network Service
Membership
- Member, Mauritius Institute of Directors since July 2024
Internship
Junior Accountant - June 2016–Sept 2017
Gilly Ltd, Grand Bay
Volunteer Experience
Movement Civique de Cap Malheureux
- Treasurer, 2018–2019
- Executive Member, 2017–2020
Languages
English
Intermediate
French
Upper intermediate
Hobbies
- Volunteering
- Reading
- Sports
- Listening to music
- Formula 1, MotoGP
Timeline
Finance Manager
Intrasia Wealth Limited
09.2023 - Current
Company Secretary
Intrasia Corporate Services Limited
09.2023 - Current
Company Secretary
LK Properties Ltd
09.2023 - Current
Company Secretary
LK Investments Ltd
09.2023 - Current
Team leader, Finance Executive
Intrasia Management (Mauritius) Limited
01.2023 - 08.2023
Finance Executive
Intrasia Management (Mauritius) Limited
05.2020 - 12.2022
Junior Finance Manager
Intrasia Investments Limited
02.2019 - 05.2020
Accounts Clerk
Fairstone Ltd
09.2018 - 02.2019
Master of Business Administration - MBA Specialisation Management Accounting (CIMA accelerated programme)
Open University of Mauritius
Bachelor of Science - Accounting (Minor: Management)
University of Mauritius
A-Levels - Economics, Accounting, Business Studies
Ananias André Le Chou College
Primary Education - Primary Education
Basile Allas Government School