RocheCountry Chief Accountant
Nov. 2021 - Jul. 2024San Jose, Costa RicaI led the financial operations of the Affiliate, ensuring that all day-to-day accounts and accounting processes were managed to the highest standards, and strategic planning initiatives were closely aligned with corporate goals. My comprehensive role encompassed overseeing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, managing Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payables, Treasury, Taxes, Inventory, Fixed Assets, and General Accounting to ensure timely and accurate financial statements. I actively collaborated with RSS Ops teams and served as the main contact for the Affiliate in the Shared Service Center (RSS), providing expert guidance and significantly influencing internal decisions and business strategies. This position also involved driving agile and networked team environments, optimizing operational efficiencies across the board, and acting as a vital member of the Local Finance Leadership Team. Key Results:
• Successfully transitioned financial operations to the Shared Service Center, ensuring business continuity and efficiency during the remote transition.
• Meticulously cleaned and reconciled legacy balance sheet accounts, enhancing financial data accuracy and integrity.
• Fixed up deficient financial processes, aligning them to global guidance and achieving higher operational efficiency.