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Lionel Buhler

Senior Finance Systems & Controllership Leader specializing in ERP transformations

San Francisco, CASenior Manager Financial Lead22 years experienceSeniorLuxury GoodsCosmeticsInformation Technology
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Startup-focused finance/operations leader and long-time Controller (15+ years) who helps growing companies bring accounting ops in-house and implement scalable systems (ERP, AP invoice workflows, bank rec automation). Known for hands-on process optimization and change management—using demos and quick wins to convert resistant users and deliver measurable time savings. Works fully remote with a flexible schedule and also supports global offices on systems selection and implementation.

Experience

Senior Manager Financial LeadLVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics
Financial ControllerBureau van Dijk
FounderTouch Equity Partners
FounderHOTEL-SERVICE RAS
Accountant/Finance Project LeadSwisscom

Education

Swiss Hospitality Management School (ES)bachelor, Economics & Social Sciences

Key Strengths

  • 20+ years supporting startups (since 2004) with operational and systems build-out
  • 15+ years Controller experience applied to designing practical finance/accounting processes
  • Implemented AP/purchase invoice management system with vendor onboarding and manager approvals integrated to ERP, saving hours of monthly work
  • Improved bank reconciliation by replacing manual process with a new solution and driving user adoption despite initial resistance
  • Strong stakeholder management: listens to teams, identifies pain points, and uses demos to build buy-in
  • Advises founders to bring accounting operations in-house as they scale; breaks changes into simple steps and quick wins

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Languages

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Skills

AccountingAccounts PayableBudgetingBudget Variance AnalysisBusiness IntelligenceConcurControllershipCost AccountingCost Conversion (Average to Standard)Due DiligenceERP ImplementationsExecutive Management AdvisingFinancial Accounting PlatformsFinancial AnalysisFinancial Closing