Claudia Cisternas

International tax advisory @Own company

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Claudia Cisternas is a highly experienced professional in the field of international tax advisory. She provides expert advice on tax planning, compliance, and optimization strategies for multinational corporations. Claudia's expertise includes cross-border transactions, tax treaties, transfer pricing, and international tax law. She helps businesses navigate complex tax regulations and mitigate tax risks while maximizing tax savings. Claudia's in-depth knowledge and strategic approach make her a valuable asset for companies operating in the global market.

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Work Background

Banco SantanderExecutive Manager of Transformation and Project Monitoring

Dec. 2022ChilePermanent Guest at Santander Chile's Board. Leading the following of the implementation related to key strategic projects and agile methodologies globally across Santander Chile. Focus on adaptability and efficiency in key projects, ensuring alignment with Santander's corporate strategy. Emphasis on team innovation, facilitating the integration of advanced solutions and successfully achieving organizational objectives. Key Achievements: - Led the creation and implementation of key strategic projects in Santander Chile, ensuring effective alignment with corporate strategy. - Implemented OKRs from the bank-wide strategy to the second line in some Vice Presidencies, fostering a consistent implementation of the methodology. - Collaborated with the Strategic Direction team to define strategic objectives for 2026, aligning efforts with the Chile First roadmap.

Banco SantanderTax Manager at Santander Chile

Feb. 2020 - Dec. 2022ChileLed the implementation and supervision of Santander Chile's tax policy, ensuring strict adherence to current legal regulations. Developed and established robust procedures and rigorous controls to align all business operations with tax obligations, minimizing risks and maximizing tax opportunities, including transfer pricing policy according to OCDE, Spain and Chile Law, international transactions applying double taxation treaties. Key Achievements: - Ensured strict adherence to tax regulations by implementing robust procedures and controls according to the local law and Transfer Pricing OCDE criteria regarding to international transactions between related parties. - Provided valuable tax insights for new initiatives/business, contributing to optimal business structuring from a fiscal perspective for national and international businesses. - Managed the optimization of the group's corporate structure through complex processes such as mergers, spin off, and corporate reorganizations. - Maintains the relationship with the Tax Authotity, Auditors and tax Advisors.

EYSenior Manager Transaction Tax

Sep. 2015 - Feb. 2020Santiago Province, ChileDirected cutting-edge consulting in the field of tax transactions. Focused on conducting tax Due Diligences, ensuring accurate and detailed assessments of tax implications in corporate transactions, including all kind of taxes in Chile, additionally, to review the transfer pricing agreements, policies and procedures. Responsible for supervising and actively participating in the review and modeling of tax inputs within financial models. Key Achievements: - Evaluated tax implications in corporate transactions through exhaustive Due Diligences, resulting in precise strategies that improved purchase negotiations. - Introduced advanced tools such as Power BI and APIs to streamline the evaluation of risks and maximize client benefits. - Led sales in EY Chile's Transaction team, maximizing profitability in each project. - Development of business strategies that maximized the results of the company.

Banco de ChileHead of Tax Advisory Department

Oct. 2013 - Aug. 2015ChileLed tax relations between the Corporation and Citi, overseeing the Tax Package and transfer pricing study. Coordinated tax continuity plans in disaster scenarios. Reviewed and optimized the bank's product program from a fiscal perspective. Key Achievements: - Directed transfer pricing study, ensuring fiscal coherence within the Corporation. - Coordinated tax business continuity in disaster scenarios, ensuring operational resilience for the tax department. - Reviewed and optimized the bank's product program from a fiscal perspective, achieving significant efficiencies and mitigating tax risks.

KPMG ChileMergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Tax Manager

Oct. 2012 - Oct. 2013Coordinated specialized teams in Due Diligence processes. Led M&A initiatives in multiple countries, ensuring fiscal alignment and transaction optimization. Managed a portfolio of foreign investors, providing personalized tax advice and ensuring regulatory compliance in international operations. Key Achievements: - Consolidated innovative tax strategies resulting in significant savings and enhanced synergies in cross-border operations. - Implemented customized tax solutions that strengthened client trust and loyalty, positioning the firm as a leader in international advisory. - Ensured regulatory compliance in national and international operations, building lasting trust with regulatory entities and key stakeholders.

Banco ChileSenior Tax Specialist - Tax and Accounting Advisory - Regulatory

Mar. 2011 - Oct. 2012Managed critical tax issues, covering international taxation, double taxation treaties, and contractual tax reviews for operational areas and staff. Led recurring tax consultations, including VAT, annual taxes, and specific levies. Key Achievements: - Created and implemented efficient processes and monitoring that improved tax filing accuracy, resulting in a reduction of errors. - Ensured a smooth adaptation and early compliance, establishing the company as a proactive and reliable player in the international scene. - Elevated the Corporation's tax knowledge and competence, strengthening decision-making and adaptability to regulatory changes.

Cencosud S.A.Senior Tax Specialist

Nov. 2008 - Mar. 2011Responsible for determining taxes and managing submissions to the SII. Led the merger between Cencosud Supermarkets S.A. and Paris S.A. Implemented innovative control processes, such as remittance automation and electronic dispatch guide for Easy S.A. Key Achievements: - Demonstrated strategic skills and a comprehensive vision in the merger between Cencosud Supermarkets S.A. and Paris S.A., ensuring a smooth and beneficial fiscal integration. - Introduced advanced control solutions in tax management, positioning Easy S.A. at the forefront of operational efficiency and tax compliance. - Managed and implemented deferred taxes under IFRS regulations, reinforcing the financial stability of the holding and improving transparency in the group's fiscal management.

Ernst & YoungTax Advisory Auditor

Nov. 2003 - Jun. 2008Responsible for tax declarations and Due Diligence. Led the project on "Tax Effects on the Adoption of IFRS/NIIF." Supervised teams and managed portfolios, excelling in proposal development and project execution for clients. Key Achievements: - Developed tax declarations with innovative methodologies that optimized accuracy and efficiency in tax management, setting new standards of excellence in the organization. - Recognized for outstanding analytical skills and the delivery of strategic solutions that had a positive impact on clients' tax