Director Of Finance - Bunzl Agriculture And Mexico
CurrentResponsible for the financial operations and strategic financial performance of seven business units, including three in Mexico. This included financial reporting and analysis, strategic and annual budgeting, forecasting, financial performance optimization, and execution of strategic initiatives via business partnering. Also, provided leadership and professional development of multi-tiered teams while meeting business objectives.• Led integration efforts of new company acquisitions. This included migrating systems and procedures into the corporate structure and policy mandates while supporting the realization of acquisition synergies.• Contributed to acquisition activities regarding opening balance sheet audits and purchase accounting execution.• Led the software and business process implementation of SideTrade, an accounts receivable collection optimization software, across multiple business segments and functional disciplines.• Developed and implemented comprehensive financial strategies to ensure compliance with Mexican GAAP, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements, successfully navigating complex tax and trade regulations to optimize company operations and financial reporting.• Optimized working capital performance by implementing strategic financial initiatives, resulting in improved cash flow management and achieving return on net asset targets.• Implemented and maintained robust internal controls and procedures annually to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures across all seven companies at Bunzl, enhancing risk management and operational efficiency.