Tilman Leist is an experienced finance professional currently serving as CFO for Ground Transportation Systems at Thales since 2009, where responsibilities have included roles as Director of Finance & Accounting and Head of Finance & Controlling. Prior to Thales, Tilman Leist held the position of Senior Manager for Tax and Accounting at Putzmeister from 2008 to 2009. From April 2001 to May 2008, Tilman Leist worked in Steuerberatung, Wirtschaftsprüfung, IT, and Consulting, serving as a Steuerberater and Manager of Audit. Tilman Leist holds a degree in Diplom-Kaufmann from the University of Mannheim.