Financial institutions support (IFRS 9 & BEGAAP)
O2 Finance has more than 25 years of experience in financial instruments accounting from the specification of hedge accounting strategies and documentation to the writing of accounting schedules used to generate accounting postings as part of Treasury Management System implementation projects.
We have led multiple implementation projects in the area of financial instruments accounting (BEGAAP, IFRS 9, US GAAP ASC 815). We have advised solutions with ALM, Asset Management & Treasurers that meet economic and accounting challenges, and have ensured effective & compliant implementation in accounting processes.
Commodity Risk Management
We advise large corporates in the identification and quantification of commodity exposures (gas, metal, wheat…) in close cooperation with Business, Procurement and Treasury. We help define new Commodity Risk Management strategies, and in the selection and implementation of commodity risk management organisations and systems.
Financial Risk Management
We advise Treasurers in the assessment of financial risks (FX, Interest Rate, Credit…) and in the definition and implementation of comprehensive risk management strategies, policies, systems and processes.
Treasury Systems
We are system agnostic and assist CFO’s and Treasurers in the selection and implementation of a variety of Treasury Management Systems (TMS), including SAP TRM, Kyriba, FIS Integrity & Quantum.
Treasury Transformation
We assist in the conduction and contribute to the success of M&A related transformation projects (mergers, spin-offs, relocation…) in the area of Treasury Operations & Processes (duplication of TMS and teams, parallel run, new bank structure definition & implementation…).
Treasury Strategy & Policies
We assist corporates rethink their Treasury Policies and Risk Management strategies by providing fresh insights and cross-sector expertise. We simplify risk management, align strategies with evolving business needs, and facilitate peer learning.
Financial Instruments Accounting & Internal Controls
Olivier Cattoor is a renowned expert in IFRS 9 with an extensive knowledge in Local European and US GAAP accounting frameworks. He has assisted many corporates and Financial Institutions with the optimization of financial instruments accounting including hedge accounting.
Debt & Capital Markets
We advise corporates in their financing projects (corporate or project financing) and assist multinational companies in raising debt, negotiating credit facilities and accessing capital markets.
Cash Management
We provide assistance in the set-up of cash management structures from design definition to bank selection and system/process implementation.
Treasury Interim Management/Staffing
Our team includes consultants and ex-Treasurers experienced in the delivery of interim Treasury management and staffing assignments (from interim Treasurer to Dealing and Back Office).