DAN DEACONU
Bucharest
Summary
As a Product Specialist with over five years of experience in creating and enhancing financial reporting solutions, I have developed a deep expertise in cloud-based and desktop financial reporting systems for international markets, including Europe, the Middle East, and Singapore. My proficiency in Agile methodologies and my passion for product innovation have allowed me to successfully lead product development efforts, drive the customization of audit solutions, and enhance existing tools to meet diverse customer needs and regulatory standards.
Throughout my career, I have honed a robust technical skill set, with expertise in Microsoft Azure, JavaScript, UiPath Studio, and Python for automation and product development. This technical foundation has enabled me to collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage product roadmaps, and deliver tailored solutions, including specialized financial statements such as the Arabic Language Add-On.
Most recently, I have expanded my skill set into Data Analytics, Machine Learning, and Generative AI. I hold certifications in Google Cloud Data Analytics, Machine Learning Operations (MLOps), TensorFlow, and Prompt Design in Vertex AI, all of which highlight my commitment to staying ahead of technological advancements. These certifications have equipped me with the tools to leverage data in driving strategic product decisions and fostering digital transformation within organizations.
With a foundation of almost ten years in financial reporting and a growing expertise in data analytics and AI, I am passionate about applying my knowledge to develop innovative solutions that meet both business and technological challenges. My ultimate goal is to contribute to an organization that values forward-thinking strategies and leverages data to drive impactful results.
In my spare time, I enjoy exploring the latest trends in AI, machine learning, and digital transformation, while sharing insights with peers and continuously advancing my understanding of these rapidly evolving fields.
Results-driven Product Specialist with knack for identifying customer needs and streamlining product offerings to enhance user experiences. Spearheaded multiple product launches, leading to increased customer satisfaction and market share. Known for collaborative approach and ability to drive cross-functional teams towards achieving project milestones.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Product Specialist / Senior Financial Statements Content Author
CaseWare International Inc.
Bucharest
03.2019 - 03.2025
- Foster the development and update of cloud-based and desktop financial reporting solutions (IFRS) across Europe, the Middle East, and Singapore, utilizing Agile methodologies to ensure timely delivery and product excellence.
- Drove product innovation, authoring new products and enhancing existing ones, resulting in an improvement in user efficiency and increase in client satisfaction through custom solutions.
- Spearheaded the customization and maintenance of cloud-based audit solutions tailored for regional markets by improving compliance with local regulatory requirements.
- Managed product roadmaps, aligning customer needs, resource availability, and financial constraints to drive successful product outcomes. Streamlined processes to improve adaptability to changing requirements, significantly reducing implementation time and increasing overall efficiency.
- Developed financial statements for specialized needs (e.g., Arabic Language Add-On), using JavaScript and UiPath Studio, enabling localized audit solutions for Middle Eastern markets.
- Led efforts in automation of financial reporting processes, utilizing Python for functionality testing and GAP analyses.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring the delivery of products aligned with customer needs and strategic goals.
Tools & Technologies: JavaScript, Jira, UiPath Studio, Microsoft Azure, Python, Visual Studio, Excel, CaseWare Cloud, AirTable
Senior Accounting Analyst
Dell Technology S.R.L.
Bucharest
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Preparation and review of Financial Statements in order to be signed by the Management;
- Impairment testing review and computation;
- Identifying and recording trial balance adjustments on statutory books;
- Maintain a close relationship with Legal, Tax, Payroll and HR Departments in order to ensure an effective work;
- Preparation and review of Corporate Income Tax Return on different entities;
- Working closely with different tools: Novora Financials R12, AvantGard Trax, BOBJ or Ariba Cloud in order to meet deadlines;
- Build and maintain effective work relationship with team members and client representatives;
- Monitors progress against set targets/milestones, provides feedback to the team members;
Audit Senior
EY Romania
Bucharest
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Providing audit services on financial statements and reporting schedules prepared in accordance with various accounting frameworks (International Financial Reporting Standards, German GAAP, as well as Romanian Accounting Standards, etc.);
- Evaluate client internal controls, generate internal control recommendations for improvement;
- Assign and manage tasks with other team members considering engagement requirements and identified business outcomes;
- Acting as the lead member and team member of audit engagements across a range of industries (production, retail, oil and gas, etc.);
- Involved in planning of audit (timing, staffing and structure), scheduling and allocation of tasks;
- Responsibility for managing the successful completion of the audit;
- Monitors progress against set targets/milestones, provides feedback to the team members;
- Build and maintain effective work relationship with team members and client representatives;
Audit Assistant
EY Romania
Bucharest
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Verify the financial statements in order to ensure the best audit for our client;
- Perform substantive procedures to test the effectiveness of our controls;
- Participate in several audit mission;
- Participate in several stock counts and prepare the supporting documents for the inventory section;
- Involved in discussion with the client to for the understanding of the business;
- Reporting of internal control issues to management and supplied comprehensive recommendations to mitigate the associated risk;
- Prepare deliverables for significant sections such as: cash, payables, receivables or sales
- Coordinating team members with different backgrounds and experience, provide supervision and relevant coaching;
- Test the efficiency of the internal controls by performing audit papers-
- Great variety of projects involved in with massive team spirit
Internship Audit - Audit Delivery Academy
KPMG Romania S.R.L.
Bucharest
03.2014 - 06.2014
- Evaluation of the accuracy of accounting systems and procedures by preparation of audit papers;
- Establish and develop good working relationships with company's staff business partners and clients;
- Analyze the changes in internal audit controls;
- Develop the rational and logical thinking;
- Testing documentation supporting account balances or classes of transactions;
- Perform analytical review of audit documents;
- Making conclusions and recommendations on the assigned audit areas;
Internship - Customer Care Services
BCR
Bucharest
12.2013 - 01.2014
- Keeping track of the customer records, including original documents;
- Active participation in achieving individual and unit goals;
- Develop my observant spirit;
- Enhancing new skills and knowledge;
- Liaising closely with clients;
Finance Internship - Accounts Payable
G2 Travel Limited
Bucharest
10.2013 - 11.2013
- Training and experience in a multinational company;
- Ensure best account payable operations practice and processes;
- Ensure high level of service delivery to all suppliers and G2 travel Sales offices within the time frame;
- Paying attention to details;
- Being able to work in a team;
- Having creative ideas;
Education
High School Diploma - Real Profile of studies - Intensive English
Korosi Csoma Sandor High School
Covasna 09.2007 - 09.2011
Bachelor - International Business and Economics
Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies
Bucharest, Bucuresti 10.2011 - 10.2014
Master - International Business and Economics
Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies
Bucharest, Bucuresti 10.2014 - 10.2016
ACCA -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Bucharest 01.2015 - 03.2025
Skills
- Financial Reporting Expertise
- Cloud-Based Financial Systems
- Data Analytics and AI
- Digital Transformation Leadership
- Client Relationship Management
- Attention to Detail
- Results Driven Approach
- Digital Transformation
- Extensive Knowledge of Agile Methodologies
- Technical Product Understanding
- Data Analytics
- Adaptability
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Languages
Romanian
English
German
French
Spanish
Custom
Member of International Affairs Department, Volunteers for Ideas and Projects, 2013, Bucharest, Romania
Certification
Google Cloud Data Analytics Certificate
Product Analytics Certification
Feature Engineering
Introduction to AI and Machine Learning on Google Cloud
Launching into Machine Learning
TensorFlow on Google Cloud
AI for Product Management
Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals
Digital Adoption Certification
Exploring Data Transformation with Google Cloud
Innovating with Google Cloud Artificial Intelligence
Product Management Basics Certification
Product-led Certification
Timeline
Product Specialist / Senior Financial Statements Content Author
CaseWare International Inc.
03.2019 - 03.2025
Senior Accounting Analyst
Dell Technology S.R.L.
03.2017 - 03.2019
Audit Senior
EY Romania
09.2016 - 03.2017
ACCA -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
01.2015 - 03.2025
Master - International Business and Economics
Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies
10.2014 - 10.2016
Audit Assistant
EY Romania
09.2014 - 09.2016
Internship Audit - Audit Delivery Academy
KPMG Romania S.R.L.
03.2014 - 06.2014
Internship - Customer Care Services
BCR
12.2013 - 01.2014
Finance Internship - Accounts Payable
G2 Travel Limited
10.2013 - 11.2013
Bachelor - International Business and Economics
Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies
10.2011 - 10.2014
High School Diploma - Real Profile of studies - Intensive English
Korosi Csoma Sandor High School
09.2007 - 09.2011
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