Mario Ruiz

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Director of Finance and Operations Mexico and North Central America @ The Nature Conservancy
Mexico City, CDMX, MX
Mario Ruiz's Location
Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City, Mexico, Mexico
About Mario Ruiz

With over 15 years of experience in business, finance and operations, Mario is a passionate and committed leader who strives to make a positive impact on the world. He is currently the Director of Finance and Operations for Mexico & Central America at The Nature Conservancy (TNC), a global environmental organization that works to conserve nature and tackle climate change.In his role, Mario oversees the financial and operational aspects of TNC's projects and programs in the region, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and transparency. He also provides strategic support and guidance to the senior management team, Board of Directors, as well as collaborating with external partners and stakeholders. Mario leverages his MBA and his leadership skills to manage and develop effective teams that strive for results and success. He also has a strong interest in innovation and human development, and enjoys learning new things and taking on new challenges.

Mario Ruiz's Current Company Details
The Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy

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Director of Finance and Operations Mexico and North Central America
Mexico City, CDMX, MX
Website:
nature.org
Employees:
7263
Mario Ruiz Work Experience Details
  • The Nature Conservancy
    Director Of Finance And Operations Mexico And North Central America
    The Nature Conservancy
    Mexico City, Cdmx, Mx
  • The Nature Conservancy
    Director Of Finance And Operations Mexico & North Central America
    The Nature Conservancy Dec 2021 - Present
    Arlington, Va, Us
  • Jeffreygroup
    Director Of Finance And Operations
    Jeffreygroup Jan 2018 - Dec 2021
    Miami, Florida, Us
    Function as a leader and mentor for the financial and operations team in Mexico. Provide financial support by developing business models, forecasts, budget process, etc.Ensure and oversee the month-end close and report to the HQs, monthly and annually.Act as a strong business partner, provide finance expertise and support for financial and operational decision making and the achievement of strategic operational goals. For example, compensation to income, cash flow, profitability, etc.Ensure compliance with local regulations, GAAP, Tax and JeffreyGroup policies and procedures.Provide support on analyzing tax strategies for corporate taxes, as well as for foreign payments (influencers, celebrities, etc.)Ensure all payments to vendors and collections from clients are made on a timely basis. Provide support for negotiation and preparation of contracts with clients, vendors, talents, influencers, production agencies, etc.Monitor and analyze the AR and AP issues.Ensure the proper follow up to all the external audits from HQ and external auditors.
  • Consejo Nacional De Ciencia Y Tecnología-Conacyt
    Entreprenuerial Lead
    Consejo Nacional De Ciencia Y Tecnología-Conacyt Jan 2019 - Apr 2019
    Asunción, Central, Py
    Leading a group of scientists to help them discover and test the applicable business model for their new technology.
  • Ims Internet Media Services
    Sr Finance & Ops Manager
    Ims Internet Media Services Jan 2017 - Dec 2017
    Miami, Florida, Us
    Main Responsibilities:Leading, coaching and mentoring the financial team in Mexico (3).Oversee the accounting process, the month-end-general closing, the reporting under IFRS to Miami Corporate office, as well as preparing the Financial Statements and tracking the variations of budgets of 3 companies and also by business unit.Preparing tax and financial analysis as required.Monitoring the Accrued and Deferred Revenue, AR/AP department.Oversee tax compliance (VAT, Income tax, WHT, Local Taxes), as well as internal controls.Coordinating external audit with PwC, as well as preparing the Transfer pricing reports.
  • Acciona Energy
    Regional Finance Manager Latam
    Acciona Energy May 2015 - Jul 2016
    Madrid, Community Of Madrid, Es
    Main Responsibilities:Leading, coaching and mentoring the financial team in Mexico and Costa Rica. Responsible of the accounting processes of 10 companies, including month-end general ledger close and reporting (IFRS) to Spain Corporate Office.Responsible for preparing analysis of FX, Capital Reduction, Dividend payments, Tax projections, Thin Cap, Back to Back, etc.Oversee the compliance with internal controls.Leading special projects, such as ERP migration, Electronic Invoicing, Improvements for SAP, etc.Preparation of Financial Statements under Mexican GAAP and IFRS.Coordination of external audit with Deloitte.Responsible for preparation of Deferred Taxes (IFRS and Mexican GAAP), Transfer pricing reports with KPMG.Responsible to oversee the tax compliance on a monthly basis.Review contracts of international credits, intracompany loans, etc. Main Achievements:Migrated from a local software to SAP, for 2 companies in Costa Rica in a timely manner. It implied a reduction on the monthly fee paid to the Outsourcing office by hiring 2 in-house employees.Reduced on annual tax payments of 2 companies by preparing detailed FX analysis, in which we detected important errors on the recording.Reduced 2 days of the reporting time to Corporate office in Spain and reduced errors in recording by implementing a Closing Schedule, assigning responsible of processes and accurate times.Improve of the laboral climate in the finance department by implementing feedback sessions, personal coaching and social activities.
  • Saatchi & Saatchi
    Finance Manager
    Saatchi & Saatchi Sep 2013 - Apr 2015
    London, Greater London, Gb
    Main Responsibilities:Leading, coaching and mentoring the financial team in Mexico and Costa Rica.Responsible for the general accounting, month-end general ledger closing and reporting to NYC Corporate Office.Responsible of preparation the annual commitment, budgets and month rolling forecast.Oversee the Scope of Work, for determining the cost of the projects.Analysis and preparation on Financial Statements under Mexican GAAP and IFRS, Headcount, Personnel Cost, Cash flow, etc.In charge of the HR department, by being responsible of hiring and preparing the payroll.Oversee the compliance with corporate policies (SOX) and tax compliance as well.Coordinate internal and external audits.Tracking the Receivables and Payables on a monthly basis.Coordinate special projects, such as Construction of the new offices, Information Security Process with our client P&G, etc. Responsible to expedite payments.Responsible of the Facilities Department.Main Achievements:Leaded the construction of the new offices in Santa Fe, Mexico in conjunction with Cushman & Wakefield. The company saved 30K USD by accomplishing the construction, because it could move from the past building.Created an Excel macro for determining Revenue, which reduced the time of reporting in 2 days.Reduced of 40% in aging of Receivables and Payables, by implementing document control since the beginning of the contracts.
  • Club Premier (Premier Loyalty & Marketing)
    Accounting And Finance Coordinator
    Club Premier (Premier Loyalty & Marketing) Dec 2012 - Aug 2013
    Cuauhtémoc, Ciudad De México, Mx
    Main Responsibilities:Responsible of the general accounting, month-end general ledger close and reporting to Grupo Aeromexico and Montreal Corporate Office.Oversee the recording of accruals, based on the budgets review. Prepare consolidated financial statements for the company on IFRS basis (2 subsidiaries) Analyze all financial information generated from different departments such as sales and marketing.Responsible to implement KPIs to measure objectives of the finance department.Coordinate the migration of ERP (from JDE to Oracle EBS).Coordinate annual audits from KPMG.Prepare Financial Statements under Mexican Regulations (NIFs) and IFRS.Oversee the tax compliance on a monthly basis.Main Achievements:Implemented the ERP in timely manner, which reduced the time in accounting records preparation and accountability.Ranked Top 10 employees in the 360 survey, in just 6 months of working in the company.
  • Vallejo Rico Y Asociados, S.C.
    Audit & Accounting Supervisor
    Vallejo Rico Y Asociados, S.C. Jan 2007 - Oct 2012
    Main Responsibilities:Coordinate and monitor all auditing for 12 companies.Responsible to review and test internal controls, general ledger and tax compliance with Mexican Internal Laws.Prepare Financial Statements for the 12 companies, under Mexican GAAP.Responsible to advise clients on tax issues and compliance.Coordinate annual inventories.Responsible to oversee tax compliance.Main Achievements:Recovered 1M USD in paid taxes by error, all by preparing the whole accounting once again and by checking invoices and all documents applicable.Sent fiscal reports to Mexican authorities in timely manner, reducing their requirements.
  • Honda Motors
    General Accountant & Treasury
    Honda Motors Feb 2005 - Jan 2007
     To review bank reconciliations. To prepare financial statements. To analyze ratios. To prepare the daily treasury report. To monitor the daily Cash flow. To negotiate better rates for money investments. To supervise the Receivable and Payable department.

Mario Ruiz Skills

Leadership Auditing Variance Analysis Accounting Cash Flow Corporate Finance Statutory Accounting Control Interno Accruals Forecasting Managerial Finance Management Accounting English Negotiation Revenue Analysis Team Leadership Team Management Account Reconciliation Financial Accounting Consolidation Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel Us Gaap Sap Erp Project Accounting Internal Controls Revenue Recognition Financial Analysis Budget Process Contract Negotiation Project Planning Invoicing Sarbanes Oxley Act Budgets Teamwork Management Ifrs Project Management Fixed Assets General Ledger Hyperion Hfm Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Payroll Analysis Financial Audits Pricing

Mario Ruiz Education Details

  • Egade Business School
    Egade Business School
    General
  • Yale School Of Management
    Yale School Of Management
    Study Abroad
  • Indian Institute Of Management Bangalore
    Indian Institute Of Management Bangalore
    Managing Across Cultures - Advanced Management
  • Ucd Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
    Ucd Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
    Digital Business Leadership
  • Cambridge Judge Business School
    Cambridge Judge Business School
    Organizational Leadership

Frequently Asked Questions about Mario Ruiz

What company does Mario Ruiz work for?

Mario Ruiz works for The Nature Conservancy

What is Mario Ruiz's role at the current company?

Mario Ruiz's current role is Director of Finance and Operations Mexico and North Central America.

What schools did Mario Ruiz attend?

Mario Ruiz attended Egade Business School, Yale School Of Management, Indian Institute Of Management Bangalore, Ucd Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, Cambridge Judge Business School.

What skills is Mario Ruiz known for?

Mario Ruiz has skills like Leadership, Auditing, Variance Analysis, Accounting, Cash Flow, Corporate Finance, Statutory Accounting, Control Interno, Accruals, Forecasting, Managerial Finance, Management Accounting.

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Mario Ruiz's colleagues are Kyle Smith, Putheawin Samphea, Jenny C., Enaylle Silva, Steve Long, Maria Voigt, Adriana Garcia.

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