- August 20, 2024
- Posted by: SAMIA LIMA
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Accounting & Finance Specialist with over 15 years of experience in managing financial operations, implementing accounting policies, and enhancing internal controls to drive company growth. Known for meticulous attention to detail, strong ethical standards, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Passionate about leveraging financial expertise to foster transparency, compliance, and strategic decision-making within dynamic environments. Committed to contributing to Company mission by ensuring financial integrity, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting the organization’s initiatives
Education
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2016-2018
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Management at University of Fortaleza
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1995-2000
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting at University of Fortaleza
Experience
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09/2013 12/2013
Accounting & Financial Specialist at Exact Invest Brazil Real Estate - Brazil
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● Financial Reporting & Analysis: Oversaw the preparation, analysis, and issuance of comprehensive reports, including monthly financial reports covering cash flow, balance sheet, income statement, and sales data.
● Budgeting: Prepared and revised monthly/annual budgets on a quarterly basis, in alignment with financial goals.
● Stakeholder Communication: Addressed issues related to account management and financial matters directly with the CEO of the European division.
● Credit & Contract Management: Documented credit evaluations, managed contracts and negotiated with banks, suppliers, and partners to maintain transparency.
● Project Management: Developed and executed plans for the completion of both physical (construction) and financial aspects of ongoing projects within established deadlines.
● Audit Leadership: Managed annual audits conducted by a Big4 company, collaborating closely with the audit team to ensure thorough and accurate reviews.
● IFRS Compliance: Generated consolidation reports in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for the Denmark-based parent company.
● Cash Flow Optimization: Mitigated cash flow challenges by monitoring expenses, negotiating cost reductions, and collaborating with clients to increase sales, resulting in an 80% deficit reduction within 9 months.
● Audit Navigation: Steered the accounting department through external audit challenges, resolving issues effectively to achieve an unqualified audit report. -
07/2007 09/2013
Accounting & Tax Coordinator at Transnordestina Logistics, Brazil
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● Audit Coordination: Oversaw the auditing process conducted by KPMG, EY, and Deloitte by coordinating audit schedules, providing necessary information to auditors, reviewing audit findings, and ensuring compliance with auditing standards and regulations.
● Financial Reporting & Compliance: Managed monthly financial statement closures for consolidation at CSN’s parent company, supporting accurate and timely reporting as per CVM regulations.
● Regulatory Transition: Supported the organizational transition to comply with Law 11,638/2007 and implement IFRS protocols, ensuring seamless adaptation to new regulatory requirements.
● Collaboration & Communication: Contributed to collaborative infrastructure concession discussions with the Brazilian Infrastructure and Basic Industry Association, providing insights for regulatory dialogues at the Brazilian securities regulatory body.
● Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Implemented strategies to resolve quarterly fines due to delayed financial reporting, achieving timely submission of reports to regulatory authorities.
● Leadership: Acted as a direct report to the Financial Manager, demonstrating leadership and effective management of accounting and tax operations
To contact this candidate email samia.veloso@gmail.com