Laurent Cheick Konan

Laurent Cheick Konan, MBA, is an experienced finance professional currently serving as the Head of Finance at BNP Paribas Asset Management since May 2022, focusing on financial and regulatory reporting, tax compliance, and finance process transformation for the Japan entity. Prior to this role, Laurent was Vice President of Finance & Management Information at Nikko Asset Management Group, where involvement in finance transformation projects and management reporting occurred. Experience also includes a managerial position in finance transformation at PwC and senior accountant roles at Mazars, covering diverse industries such as FMCG, investment funds, and IT. Laurent began a career as a Financial Analyst at The New India Assurance Co. Ltd., with responsibilities in FP&A and management reporting. Academic qualifications include an MBA in Finance from International University of Japan and completion of the US-CPA Course.