Luis Diego Mora Vásquez Email & Phone Number

Costa Rica

Costa Rica

VMware Finance Analyst since Nov 2021, excelling in:FP&A:Conducting detailed financial planning and providing strategic support through data análisis.Depreciation Oversight:Monthly tracking/reporting of fixed assets.Calculating CIP capex on yearly, quarterly, and monthly basis.Timesheet Management:Accurate Project allocation via full-time employee timesheets.Proactively addressing misallocations.CAPEX Reporting:Leading monthly CAPEX reporting.Gathering SAP data, applying meticulous filtering.RPA & CDTO Accruals:Creating/submitting accruals with vendor contact and invoice analysis.Financial Analysis:Overseeing actuals, aligning with forecasted figures.Identifying discrepancies, conducting category-level analysis.Purchase Request Negotiation:Primary negotiator for new Purchase Requests.Overseeing resource acquisition and assisting in building business cases.Collaboration:Fostering collaboration, maintaining open communication with stakeholders.Journal Entry & PO Coding:Creating entries, addressing discrepancies in WBS elements.CIO Focal (DRG System):Managing cost centers, modifications, and activation in Workday.Monitoring spend from contractors and FTEs.Expense Management:Handling OPEX and CAPEX, crafting reports, tracking, and budgeting.Variance Analysis:Conducting in-depth variance analysis, presenting actionable insights.Financial Close:Key role in month/quarter/year-end close processes.Preparing accurate, timely financial statements.Accruals Tool (VBA):Developing VBA tool for automated data aggregation, achieving 94% time-saving.

Costa Rica

Main Scope:-Spearheaded report engineering and automation initiatives for high-level management.-Acted as a Big Data analyst, specializing in complex nested Excel formulas.Key Responsibilities:Data Solutions Delivery:Developed and implemented data automation and analytics solutions, achieving an 82% time-saving milestone through advanced Visual Basic Code.Excel Mentor and Professor:Mentored and trained team members in advanced Excel functionalities, contributing to overall skill development.Leadership and Advisory Role:Assumed a leadership position, advising on complex tasks and requests from high-ranking stakeholders.Data Transformation and Reporting:Gathered data, executed transformations, and produced insightful reports using Visual Basic for automation.Designing Report Solutions:Designed tailored report solutions for the department and upper management based on business needs.Dashboard Design and Development:Developed dashboards using Watson Analytics, Cognos Analytics, Power BI, and Power Point platforms.Impactful Forecast Accuracy Report:Designed and developed the "Forecast Accuracy Report," accurately forecasting practitioner utilization, positively impacting organizational efficiency.Calculation and Reporting Build:Constructed complex calculations and reports, ensuring accuracy and relevance to meet organizational goals.Achievements:-Recognized for achieving substantial time savings through efficient automation.-Successfully implemented the "Forecast Accuracy Report," positively impacting business decisions.This role showcased my proficiency in report engineering, data automation, and strategic decision support, contributing to the organization's overall success.

Heredia, Costa Rica

Automation of QA Tool:Pioneered VBA automation for the QA tool, achieving a 75% reduction in evaluation, data gathering, and reporting time.Developed and maintained VBA scripts for seamless and accurate QA processes.Backup Plan Leader for Business Continuity Plan (BCP):Assumed the crucial role of Backup Plan Leader, formulating and executing comprehensive backup strategies.Conducted regular drills to validate the effectiveness of the Business Continuity Plan.Quality Assurance (QA) Reviewer:Meticulously reviewed processes, identified improvements, and provided constructive feedback for enhanced QA processes.Collaborated with teams to implement improvements based on QA findings.Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Focal:Led investigations into incidents, identified root causes, and implemented preventive measures.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address underlying issues and improve operational efficiency.Key Achievements:-Automated QA processes, resulting in significant time and resource savings.-Demonstrated effective leadership as the Backup Plan Leader, ensuring organizational resilience during disruptions.-Contributed to enhancing QA processes through thorough reviews and proactive feedback.-Led Root Cause Analysis efforts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.Additional Contributions:-Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate automated solutions into contract management processes.-Conducted training sessions to empower team members with the knowledge and skills for utilizing automated tools.This role showcased my proficiency in contract management, leadership in business continuity planning, and dedication to maintaining high-quality standards through QA initiatives and root cause analysis.

Costa Rica

Key Responsibilities:Metrics Preparation and Implementation:Initiated, implemented, and measured metrics for the PMO admin role, aligning with IBM requirements for compliance and efficiency.Process-Related Point of Contact:Served as the primary point of contact for process-related questions, providing expertise and guidance on analysis reports, financial calculations, tools, applications, and guidelines.Cross-Account Support:Leveraged subject matter expertise to support different accounts, demonstrating flexibility and competence in handling diverse PMO processes.Excel Workshops and Training:Conducted 120+ hours of Excel workshops, benefiting over 200 individuals, leading to the program's incorporation into new hire materials.Subject Matter Expert:Gained expertise in various tools and applications, becoming a go-to person within the organization and other departments.Operational Meetings Support:Supported management in operational meetings by consolidating and arranging data, offering guidance in both knowledge/content and soft skills.Recognition and Awards:-Received the PSC 2014 Leadership Award for outstanding support to management and contributions to new hire training and practices.-Acknowledged by Tower Leader Angelica Esquivel for the IBM practice "Share Expertise" due to ongoing support and high motivation.-Recognized by Tower Leader Priscilla Chaves in the practice "Unite to Get It Done Now" for contributions to metrics, documentation, and Excel classes.-Speaker in the First PSC Town Hall, focusing on the Metric's Project for the PMO admin role.This role showcased my multifaceted contributions to the PMO, including metrics, documentation, training, and process improvement, resulting in recognition and awards for excellence and dedication.

Costa Rica

Feed Arrival Monitoring:Monitor the timely arrival of feeds in the inbound of the database to ensure data availability for processing.Reconciliation Report Creation:Generate reconciliation reports from databases when transferring data from one system to another, ensuring accuracy and consistency.Records Integrity Validation:Validate the integrity of records within databases, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with established standards.Rejected Records Analysis:Analyze rejected records after the completion of database loads, identifying reasons for rejection and implementing corrective measures.Parallel Activities and Testing:Perform parallel activities and conduct tests on main systems to proactively prevent rejections or issues during critical periods, such as month-end cutoff.Data Integrity Metrics:Generate and analyze data integrity metrics to assess the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of financial data.Achievements:Process Optimization:-Implemented proactive parallel activities and testing measures, contributing to a significant reduction in rejected records and issues during critical cutoff periods.Efficient Reconciliation:-Streamlined the reconciliation process, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in identifying and rectifying discrepancies between databases.Data Integrity Enhancement:- Played a key role in improving data integrity by consistently monitoring and validating records, ensuring compliance with high-quality standards.Collaborative Initiatives:- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address system-related issues and enhance data transfer processes.- Worked closely with IT teams to implement system improvements based on rejected records analysis, contributing to increased system reliability.Continuous Learning:- Engaged in ongoing professional development to stay informed about industry best practices, new technologies, and advancements in financial analytics.

Costa Rica

Key Responsibilities:Part's Backorder Report:Generated and analyzed the Part's Backorder report, ensuring accurate tracking and resolution of backorder issues.Insightful Reports for High Management:Created reports that provided important insights for high management and other departments, aiding informed decision-making.Graphical Summaries and Pivot Charts:Analyzed reports from other departments and created graphical summaries using pivot charts, enhancing data visualization and interpretation.Ticket Escalation Analysis:Analyzed tickets with escalation issues, determined next steps to follow, and resolved issues efficiently.Backorder Report Management:Held responsibility for the Backorder Report, consolidating information and arranging it for statistical analysis and interpretation.

Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Key Responsibilities:Order Processing:Managed the processing of indirect, standard, and technology orders for the assigned regions.Document Review and Validation:Requested, reviewed, and validated documents required for processing orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance.Communication and Training:Communicated with partners, vendors, and internal business lines, fostering effective collaboration.Organized and implemented training sessions for clients and sales representatives on regional processes and specificities.Report System Management:Managed the report system for standard contracts, providing insights to vendors and managers in the regions.