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Hollywood, Fl, Us

Directs the finance and accounting departments managing a portfolio of companies with more than 30 self-storage assets. Responsible for developing the financial strategy for the company, financial reporting to investors and partners, cash flow projections, managing financial controls and accounting procedures, as well as tax planning strategies.❖ Oversees the finance and accounting teams by executing multi-entity monthly closings, financial forecasting and reporting to banks and external partners, ensuring accurate financial records and fostering transparent communication with investors and Private Equity partners❖ Led the implementation of Power BI and the development of key KPIs and scorecard reports❖ Banking relationships with multiple regional and national lenders and insurers ❖ Responsible for the consolidation of financial statements audited by big-four (KPMG)

Hollywood, Fl, Us

Led a team of 45 finance and accounting collaborators in the U.S., Argentina, and India. Portfolio of companies included commercial, residential, multifamily, and hospitality properties.❖ Managed financial operations for 200 real estate companies by overseeing monthly closings, tax fillings, financial reporting, corporate budgets, and feasibility analysis, resulting in overall financial health and strategic growth of real estate portfolio❖ Led the accounting closing process automation with the implementation of BlackLine❖ Experience with Yardi and Sage ERPs

Curitiba, Paraná, Br

Headquartered in Brazil with offices in Coral Gables, FL, GEL is one of the main players in South and Central America in the development of solutions for renewable energy, water, and real estate projects. As CFO, I was the head of the finance and administrative departments leading a team of 40+ including treasury, accounting, FP&A, A/R, A/P, IT, human resources, and compliance.❖ Expanded the international presence of the company with new strategic alliances in the Americas, growing contracted backlog to $1.5B❖ Dynamic relationship with banks and insurers targeting project fundraising and bond capacity ($30M to $200M+)❖ Led multi-country accounting closings, responsible for consolidated financial reporting, development of business plans and cash flow models for complex projects

Curitiba, Paraná, Br

Invited as independent board member to develop new financial strategies to support the capital-intensive business operations of a growing real estate residential developer.

Curitiba, Pr, Br

Based in Chicago, Equity International appointed me as CFO of their investment in Brazil, a century-old real estate development and construction company. I was responsible for the development of the company’s financial strategy and was head of the finance and administrative departments (50 people) including treasury, accounting, FP&A, A/R, A/P, IT, human resources, and compliance.❖ Directed the organizational restructuring of the company, preparing it to grow for future IPO with the implementation of best practices (big-four audits, IT systems, processes, and compliance)❖ Experience in highly leveraged and capital-intensive environments, raising approximately $1B in funding for real estate development projects❖ Restructured long-term debt of $600M, with substantial interest cost reduction❖ Led the implementation of SAP in 9 months, delivering the system on time and on budget

Turin, Piedmont, It

Captive bank of Case and New Holland brands, with annual sales of $1B, was responsible for managing a portfolio of $4B in assets. Worked closely with CNH top management and dealership network to ensure bank’s new policies and procedures.❖ Head of the retail credit, processing an average of 50+ credit applications per day❖ Directed a staff of 40 people focused on construction and agriculture equipment financing❖ Restructured processes resulting in faster credit application response time (from 16h to 8h)❖ Deep knowledge in risk and portfolio management

Head of the trade finance team involved financial structuring, risk assessment, documentation/legal operations, and technology. Client portfolio included companies from different industries seeking multi-million-dollar import/export credit facilities. ❖ Relationship with several financial institutions (banks, investment funds, hedge funds, insurers, and export credit agencies) mainly in North America, and Europe❖ Active presence to approve equipment finance transactions with average ticket size between $5M to 20M❖ Proficiency in preparation and analysis of credit memos and client ratings❖ International business expertise in the trade and legal areas, including contracts and letters of credit

Stockholm, Se

Head of the South American IT infrastructure (1,500 computers/40 servers) managing a team of 20 people. Main achievements were the feasibility analysis, implementation, and management of projects related to different business areas. Worked closely with key IT contacts in Europe and the U.S. to align corporate IT strategy with local needs.

Led the design and the implementation of all hardware, software, and telecommunication solutions for a new diesel engine plant in Brazil. Managed all areas of information technology and implemented a new ERP system.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Finance And Electronic Commerce

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Information Systems, System Analysis

Foreign Exchange Student