What I enjoy most about my current role is the blend of team development, continuous learning, challenging projects and recognition from our clients. All these make my job truly fulfilling.
It was at high school that I was inspired by a teacher to become passionate about economics. After I graduated from the faculty of Accounting and Management Information Systems, I joined a local firm where I learned how to keep books, and prepare financial statements and tax returns.
One of the main opportunities for Romania lie in IT, as we have a skilled workforce in this sector
I then moved to EY working in transaction support and started studying for my ACCA qualification. After six years doing this, I started to focus on valuation and financial modelling. After nine years with the firm, I decided it was the time for following new opportunities and moved to Deloitte, where I become a partner in 2023.
An important challenge currently facing Romania is its demographic decline, which poses new challenges for the labour market. One of the main opportunities for the country lie in IT, as we have a skilled workforce in this sector that has been gaining recognition internationally.
Renewable energy also presents good opportunities, especially in wind and solar power. Romania has a significant amount of land suitable for agriculture, so agribusiness is strong too, as is healthcare and pharmaceuticals, with many opportunities for investment. The real estate sector has openings in residential and commercial developments, as well as infrastructure projects.
My biggest achievement is the market recognition as expert in financial advisory. This demonstrates my dedication, expertise, and the recognition I have earned from clients and colleagues throughout my career. My journey to achieve this market recognition involved consistently delivering high-quality results, building strong client relationships, and demonstrating leadership within the organisation.
Finance professionals are needed to interpret AI-generated insights
The biggest difference between being a partner and a director is the degree of involvement in the decision-making process. As partner I am involved in strategic decisions and play a key role in shaping the direction of the business by being involved in setting goals and executing the long-term strategic vision.
It is important to acknowledge that even though AI in valuation and financial modelling is promising, it is the human expertise that remains crucial. Finance professionals are needed to interpret AI-generated insights, exercise judgment and ensure ethical considerations in decision making.
I think that AI has the potential to be especially impactful in valuation and financial modelling. And in scenario analysis, AI could also quickly perform simulations of various economic, market or business conditions. However, while speed and efficiency are gained through automation, it is important to carefully address the challenges related to data quality and regulatory compliance.
I consider that education and healthcare are critical factors for developing a society. If I had law-making powers, I would ensure accessibility, quality and relevance of education at all levels, and promote lifelong learning. I would also see that people had access to affordable, quality healthcare, with an emphasis on preventive care and mental health services.
I have always been passionate about physics and cosmology. If I weren’t a qualified accountant, I would have been interested in studying the universe and practicing astrophysics in a research lab.
When I am not at work I like science fiction movies. I also enjoy watching documentaries or reading about the universe and new discoveries in science.
