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Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon, Portugal

Responsible for managing master data processes for the Switzerland market, encompassing monitoring, analysis, and control of big data.Responsible for conducting thorough analysis and continuous monitoring of functional requirements from Finance internal business partners, ensuring alignment with business objectives.Initiated master data governance processes, placing a focus on new Finance dimensions centered around the corporate core element in Financial statements.Orchestrated the reconciliation of master data across diverse Finance systems (SAP, Consolidation, Planning Reporting), ensuring data accuracy and consistency.Managed end-to-end master data projects, including monitoring, planning, and effective communication to stakeholders, resulting in streamlined processes.Provided instrumental support for the company in connection with change projects and requests, ensuring successful implementation and user satisfaction.SAP Key User

Lisbon, Portugal

Manage end-to-end O2C processes for the Italian and UK markets, including monitoring, analysis, and control of accounting and reporting processes.Prepare invoices in SAP, extract reports, and support the digitization and automation of the process for the British and Italian markets.Verify the correctness of monthly accruals and deferrals at the entity level to ensure accurate financial reporting.Provide support for business-related questions and incident handling in SAP Financials.Offer relevant explanations for posted figures to support the market.Prepare regular and ad-hoc management reporting and analysis for the designated area of responsibility.Provide financial consultancy for the designated area of responsibility to improve business performance.

Lisbon, Portugal

Managed external and internal contracts related to real estate systems in the WEMA (Western Europe, Middle East, and Africa) Hub.Monitored lease inconsistencies for internal and external contracts and ensured compliance with corporate real estate management tools.Provided support to the Global Business Services team in the administration of lease documents.Registered and monitored requests for changes in space occupation across all Siemens offices and industrial units.Liaised with stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient processing of space occupancy changesMaintained accurate records to facilitate data-driven decision-making.Developed a strong understanding of the complexities involved in managing large-scale real estate portfolios.Collaborated with stakeholders and committed to achieving optimal outcomes for real estate management projects.

Brazil

Managed a team of approximately thirty direct employees and oversaw their recruitment, training, and evaluation.Certified projects with regulatory bodies and maintained relationships to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.Developed and executed strategies to expand the optic fiber network within the established period concessionaires and monitored their effectiveness.Managed incidents, new demands, and disputes with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure the financial result of the enterprise.Analyzed data and provided recommendations to improve financial performance, reduce costs, and improve business processes.Worked collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve issues.

Brazil

Developed financial and operational performance indicators and created financial plans to control projects, contracts, revenues, and costs.Managed revenues for contracting companies through analysis of contracts and fiscal documents, preventing possible fraud in internal and external processes.Contributed to the creation of performance indicators and identified risks and opportunities for the company.Managed contracts with outsourced companies and negotiated contract additives related to value, scope, and term.Conducted financial analysis and provided recommendations to management to optimize financial performance.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.

Brazil

Prepared the business plan and established the company.Developed strategic planning, established pricing policies by segment, analyzed the competition, monitored the market, and analyzed product/service profitability and cost reduction projects.Built and maintained solid relationships with network customers to increase their loyalty.Visited company clients and directly managed negotiations of key accounts, including contracts signed with Mercedes-Benz Brazil.Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement marketing campaigns and promotions to increase brand awareness and sales.Conducted market research and analysis to identify new business opportunities and potential risks, and provided recommendations to management to improve business performance.

Brazil

Developed and managed cash flow, accounts payable/receivable, credit, collection, and cash to ensure timely payment and collection of funds.Implemented an ERP system to completely computerize accounts payable/receivable, improving efficiency and accuracy of financial data.Managed the acquisition of supplies for the company and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and competitive pricing.Analyzed and monitored inventory levels and provided recommendations to management to optimize inventory management and reduce costs.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve issues related to cash flow, accounts payable/receivable, credit, and collection.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Economics

Master Of Science - Ms, Economics, Gpa 3.2

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Bachelor'S Degree, International Relations And Affairs, Gpa 3.0