Mo Akoush

Transformational finance executive with 24 years of progressive leadership across retail, technology, banking, telecommunications, and pharmaceuticals. Built and scaled enterprise FP&A functions, led full-cycle annual operating plans, supported M&A expansion, and partnered directly with senior executives to drive sustained revenue growth and EBIT improvement. Deep expertise in financial modeling, pricing strategy, ERP/EPM implementations, automation, and executive-level decision support.

Recognized for building high-performing teams and modernizing financial infrastructure.

Manager, FP&A - Advance Auto Parts (Carquest Canada)

(2015-01)

• Rebuilt FP&A function post-acquisition; restored full reporting structure within 30 days and institutionalized disciplined planning processes.
• Led comprehensive Annual Operating Plan for 200+ accounts; exceeded first-year sales plan by 1% while maintaining cost discipline.
• Designed and implemented national financial infrastructure for forecasting, reporting, inventory analytics, and rebate management.
• Scaled FP&A team and established high-performance culture aligned to executive expectations.
• Directed $5M–$10M annual rebate program; automated 2,500 quarterly statements and reduced cycle time by 67%.
• Supported 15 store acquisitions and greenfield openings generating $20M+ incremental revenue and $2M annual EBIT uplift.
• Reduced inventory reporting volatility from ±$1M to < $100K per period, materially improving financial statement stability.
• Serve as strategic partner to regional VPs on growth strategy, expense management, capital allocation, and market expansion.
• Recipient of 50+ leadership awards recognizing innovation, execution excellence, and executive responsiveness.

Lead Financial Analyst - Intuit

(2013-01 - 2015-12)

• Led Canadian FP&A; developed global forecasting models adopted across US, UK, Australia, and India.
• Drove revenue, COGS, acquisition, retention, and digital channel profitability analysis.

Senior Financial Consultant - Sun Life Financial

(2008-01 - 2010-12)

• Supported $700M IT outsourcing initiative with IBM; financial modeling, sourcing support, and executive documentation.

Senior Financial Analyst (Pricing) - MTS Allstream

(2006-01 - 2008-12)

• Led pricing and margin optimization strategy to support sustainable growth and retention.

Senior Financial Analyst - Rogers Wireless

(2005-01 - 2006-12)

• Coordinated pricing strategy for consumer and enterprise service portfolios.

Financial Analyst - CIBC World Markets

(2004-01 - 2005-12)

• Automated executive reporting and financial performance analytics.

Senior Financial Analyst - Citibank Canada

(2002-01 - 2004-12)

• Prepared consolidated financial statements and supported senior finance leadership.

MBA - Corporate Finance & Strategic Management - McMaster University

BSc - Chemistry - McMaster University