Karl Kamgdom
About Karl Kamgdom
Karl Kamgdom is a Finance Manager with extensive experience in financial accounting and management across various industries. He has held positions at notable companies such as Universal Music Group, Clintons, and Travelport, where he has been employed since 2015.
Current Role at Travelport
Karl Kamgdom serves as the Finance Manager at Travelport, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting. His responsibilities include the timely production of statutory financial statements and managing compliance with financial regulations. He collaborates with various teams to enhance financial practices and improve operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Travelport, Karl Kamgdom held several finance-related positions. He worked at Universal Music Group as a Management Accountant from 2013 to 2014, and at Clintons (AG Retail) as an Assistant Financial Controller from 2014 to 2015. His experience also includes roles at Sabre Holdings as a Financial Accountant and Jack Morton Worldwide as a Senior Management Accountant. He produced monthly reporting packs and conducted variance analysis for European entities during his career.
Educational Background
Karl Kamgdom earned his Bachelor's degree from INSEEC, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. He participated in an Exchange Program at Tulane University's A.B. Freeman School of Business in 2004, which lasted for 11 months. Additionally, he is an ACCA alumnus, having completed the ACCA qualification, which further solidified his expertise in finance and accounting.
Financial Reporting and Compliance Expertise
Throughout his career, Karl Kamgdom has demonstrated expertise in financial reporting and compliance. He has been responsible for producing statutory financial statements for multiple European entities and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, including SOX compliance. His role involved supervising accounting practices and collaborating with treasury teams to manage cash and bank balances effectively.
Career Progression in the Finance Sector
Karl Kamgdom's career in finance began at The Carphone Warehouse Ireland as a Commission Accountant from 2007 to 2009. He then transitioned to The Walt Disney Company as a Reporting Analyst in 2010, followed by a Management Accountant role at Discovery Communications. His diverse experience across various industries has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial management and reporting.