Stephanie Geagea

Strategic and results-driven financial management professional with over 10 years of international experience across the food & beverage, real estate, construction, and healthcare sectors. Proven success leading cross-functional teams, optimizing financial processes, managing budgets exceeding $50M, and driving efficiency across multi-unit operations. CMA-certified with advanced ERP proficiency and a strong track record of managing financial operations across Canada, Nigeria, and Middle East.

Seeking a challenging finance leadership role in a multinational organization where I can contribute to global strategy, growth, and compliance.

Financial Controller - Amir Franchise (F&B Chain) - Canada, Laval

(2024-05)

• Lead end-to-end financial operations across multiple restaurant locations including P&L, inventory, cost control, and margin analysis.
• Prepare internal reports for franchise and retail divisions, including reports for bank and shareholder use.
• Ensure Financial controls and audit readiness; manage banking operations.

Manager Property Accountant - Interrent Reit (Construction Company) - Canada, Montreal

(2023-07 - 2024-05)

• Directed financial reviews and reconciliations for over 25 properties, optimizing CAPEX/OPEX allocations.
• Partnered with property managers for budget planning, financial analysis, and performance reviews.
• Maintained adherence to REIT regulatory compliance, IFRS standards, and internal controls.

Director of Finance - RAYCON NIG. LTD. (Construction Company) - Nigeria, Edo State

(2020-05 - 2023-04)

• Oversaw finance, procurement, and compliance for large-scale construction projects across multiple Nigerian states.
• Led Budgeting, treasury operations, and monthly consolidated reporting.
• Managed all external audits and regulatory filings; reduced vendor costs through centralized sourcing.

Chief Accountant - Sterimed International SAL (Healthcare)

(2017-02 - 2020)

• Managed accounting, payroll, tax filings, and asset tracking.
• Automated internal reporting and payroll, ensuring 100% compliance with labor and tax regulations.
• Supported strategic planning and capital expenditure projects.

Chartered Accountant - Central management (F&B Group)

(2016 - 2017-01)

• Led accounting operations and vendor payments across multiple restaurant outlets.
• Produced full-cycle financial reports and improved cost control systems.

Accountant - AVSI NGO (Non-Governmental Organization)

(2014 - 2016)

• Maintained financial reporting for international donor-funded projects.
• Ensured full compliance with donor guidelines, including EU and UN requirements.

Certificate - AI Proficiency (A+) - Concordia University, Montreal QC (2025)

Certifies Management Accountant (CMA) - USA

Master's - Control, Audit & Accounting (CAC) - USJ University, Lebanon (2016 - 2018)

BA - Business Accounting - AUL University, Lebanon (2011 - 2015)

Workshop - IFRS/IAS - MFI, Lebanon (2018)

Certificate - Advanced Excel - HORIZON (2021)

Certificate - IELTS - BRITISH COUNCIL (2021)

Certificate - TEF Canada (French Proficiency) (2022)