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SAEMI(SAMMY) PARK

Senior Financial Analyst
Coquitlam

Summary

Performance-focused finance professional with 12+ years of international experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across Canada, Korea, and the U.S. Demonstrated success in delivering strategic insights through variance analysis, scenario planning, and executive dashboards. Skilled at partnering cross-functionally to support planning cycles, optimize resource allocation, and strengthen internal controls. Deep knowledge of IFRS and SOX, with proven ability to produce high-quality financial packages for leadership. Bilingual in English and Korean, with advanced proficiency in SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, and Excel.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Financial Analyst

LINE Friends Corporation
08.2020 - Current
  • Led global financial forecasting and multi-country budget planning across Japan, Taiwan, U.S., and China, while proactively identifying and investigating monthly and quarterly variances to budget and forecast to uncover performance risks and improvement opportunities
  • Delivered monthly management reports and board-level presentation decks with KPI tracking and scenario analysis
  • Coordinated annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts in collaboration with cross-functional departments
  • Led SOX internal control execution for Korean subsidiary of U.S.-listed parent company (LINE Corp)
  • Consolidated IFRS-based financial reports for international operations; ensured global alignment and audit readiness
  • Evaluated financial risks and business impacts of global contracts and investment proposals

Senior Financial Analyst

Halifax Regional Municipality
02.2018 - 02.2019
  • Delivered monthly and quarterly financial reports with in-depth variance analysis, providing insights that supported informed decision-making and improved forecast accuracy by 15%
  • Conducted financial assessments of operational proposals and business process changes to ensure fiscal alignment and cost-effectiveness
  • Supported cross-functional budget development and reforecasting efforts through analysis of revenue and expense trends
  • Led SAP training sessions for budget managers and staff to enhance reporting efficiency and financial literacy
  • Contributed to process improvements that strengthened internal controls and increased transparency in departmental financial management

Accountant

NHN Corporation
12.2014 - 07.2017
  • Prepared P&L, balance sheet, and month-end closing under K-IFRS for multiple global subsidiaries
  • Consolidated international affiliate reports; resolved intercompany variances and improved reporting timelines

Investor Relations Assistant

NHN Corporation
06.2013 - 11.2014
  • Created earnings releases, investor decks, and press materials in English and Korean
  • Managed over 800 investor meetings, calls, and roadshows for institutional investors and analysts

Business Management & IR Assistant

Nexolon Ltd
11.2010 - 05.2013
  • Supported company’s $85M IPO process on KOSPI; coordinated financial disclosures and investor communications

Education

CPA Atlantic School of Business (Candidate) -

CPA Atlantic School of Business
Halfiax, NS, Canada

B.A. - International Business

Kyunghee University

Business

The Washington Center
Washington DC

Skills

SAP, Oracle EBS, MS Dynamics, Hyperion, Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, Tableau, Power BI

CORE STRENGTHS

  • Skilled in developing and managing annual budgets and multi-scenario forecasts aligned with organizational goals, improving forecast accuracy and fiscal transparency.
  • Expert in delivering actionable variance analysis and executive dashboards that enhance decision-making and support strategic initiatives.
  • In-depth knowledge of IFRS and GAAP, with demonstrated ability to consolidate multi-entity reports across global operations.
  • Experienced in implementing and overseeing SOX-compliant internal control frameworks, ensuring audit readiness and financial integrity.
  • Proven ability to partner with diverse departments including operations, tax, legal, and IT to drive cross-functional efficiency.
  • Advanced proficiency with ERP and financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, and Hyperion, combined with Excel-based modeling and scenario planning.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Bilingual: English and Korean
  • Authorized to work in Canada
  • Valid BC Driver’s License — Coquitlam-based, commutable to Vancouver HQ

Timeline

Senior Financial Analyst

LINE Friends Corporation
08.2020 - Current

Senior Financial Analyst

Halifax Regional Municipality
02.2018 - 02.2019

Accountant

NHN Corporation
12.2014 - 07.2017

Investor Relations Assistant

NHN Corporation
06.2013 - 11.2014

Business Management & IR Assistant

Nexolon Ltd
11.2010 - 05.2013

B.A. - International Business

Kyunghee University

CPA Atlantic School of Business (Candidate) -

CPA Atlantic School of Business

Business

The Washington Center
SAEMI(SAMMY) PARKSenior Financial Analyst