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Charis E

Accomplished finance executive with extensive experience across iGaming, private equity, media, and

About Me

Accomplished finance executive with extensive experience across iGaming, private equity, media, and audit. Currently serving as CFO in the iGaming sector with a strong background in financial reporting, strategic planning, treasury, compliance, and stakeholder management. A Fellow of ICAEW and ICPAC, with a proven record of driving operational efficiency, sound financial control, and business growth.

Jurisdiction

Cyprus

Experience

Seniority LevelExecutive
Years of Experience15-20 years
Current StatusActive
Assistant Manager PwC Cyprus
2011 - 2018

1. Lead audit engagements Coordinate day-to-day engagement work, assign tasks, and monitor team delivery. 2. Review financial reporting Oversee the preparation and review of audit workpapers, financial statements, and IFRS compliance. 3. Assess risks and issues Identify key audit risks, variances, and control weaknesses, recommending appropriate actions. 4. Support client communication Present findings, discuss issues with clients, and escalate key matters to senior management. 5. Manage deadlines and quality Ensure engagements are delivered on time, to a high standard, and in line with firm procedures. 6. Develop team performance Coach junior staff, provide feedback, and support their technical and professional growth.

Finance ManagerDelema McCANN Cyprus
2018 - 2023

1. Oversee finance operations Lead the finance team, set objectives, and monitor delivery of key responsibilities. 2. Manage budgeting and forecasting Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans aligned with growth targets. 3. Analyze performance and risk Assess industry trends, competition, variances, and key risks, recommending corrective actions. 4. Report to leadership Prepare monthly management accounts and quarterly financial reports for the Board. 5. Support strategic decision-making Highlight financial and liquidity insights to support Board decisions and action plans. 6. Ensure financial compliance Oversee stand-alone and consolidated financial statements under IFRS and Cyprus Companies Law.

Group Corporate ControllerFamily Office
2023 - 2024

1. Lead group financial reporting Prepare accurate and timely consolidated reports for management and stakeholders. 2. Analyze performance and trends Review financial data to explain variances, trends, and key business drivers. 3. Maintain strong financial controls Ensure compliance with internal policies, group procedures, and regulatory requirements. 4. Oversee treasury and liquidity Manage cash flow, liquidity planning, and funding across the group. 5. Support capital allocation and strategy Assist with investment decisions, capital deployment, and long-term financial planning. 6. Manage tax and stakeholder communication Ensure tax compliance and communicate financial performance clearly to leadership and investors

Chief Financial OfficerComontec Ltd
2024 - 2024

1. Lead financial strategy and performance planning Direct budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across platform, online games, live casino, and sportsbook products, with a focus on sustainable growth and EBITDA performance. 2. Oversee regulatory, tax, and statutory compliance Ensure compliance with Cyprus corporate, tax, and audit requirements, while maintaining readiness for cross-border operations, licensing obligations, AML frameworks, and financial reporting standards. 3. Manage treasury, liquidity, and cash flow Safeguard liquidity and working capital through disciplined cash flow management, payment operations oversight, partner settlements, foreign exchange exposure management, and capital allocation. 4. Support commercial and strategic decision-making Partner with leadership on pricing, margin optimization, client profitability, contract structuring, and investment decisions to strengthen commercial outcomes across B2B product lines. 5. Strengthen financial controls and risk governance Build robust finance controls, revenue assurance processes, fraud prevention mechanisms, and governance over player, partner, and supplier transactions in a regulated iGaming environment. 6. Drive investor, board, and growth initiatives Provide financial insight to support fundraising, M&A, market expansion, and strategic partnerships, while delivering clear performance reporting to shareholders, board members, and senior leadership.

Chief Financial OfficerFuture Play Port Ltd
2024 - Present

1. Lead financial strategy and planning Own budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and long-term financial planning across platform, games, live casino, and sportsbook lines. 2. Ensure regulatory, tax, and statutory compliance Oversee Cyprus and cross-border compliance, including audit readiness, VAT/tax planning, AML controls, and financial reporting obligations. 3. Manage treasury, cash flow, and working capital Monitor liquidity, payment processing flows, partner settlements, FX exposure, and cash reserves to support stable operations and growth. 4. Drive commercial decision-making Evaluate product, market, and client performance; support pricing, contract terms, margin improvement, and investment decisions. 5. Strengthen internal controls and risk management Establish strong finance governance, fraud prevention, revenue assurance, and controls over player/partner payments and revenue recognition. 6. Support fundraising, investor relations, and growth initiatives Provide financial insight for expansion, M&A, licensing, and strategic partnerships, while communicating performance to shareholders and leadership.

Education

Masters of MSc Finance and InvestmentsUniversity of Bristol
2010 - 2011
Degree of BSc Accounting and Financethens University of Economics and Finance
2006 - 2010

Certification

Total Certifications1

ACA Diploma

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

2015

Skills

Core skills5
Interests0
Languages2

Skills

Leadership Skills
Ability to Multitask
Ability to Work in a Team
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Analytical Thinking Skills

Languages

English
Greek