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Job type

Freelance / Independent, Full-time, Part-time

Company size / type

Early-stage startup (0-20), Growth-stage startup (21-200), Large/multinational (200+)

Culture

Early-stage startup (0-20), Growth-stage startup (21-200), Independent, Large Company

Industries

Business Consulting, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Online Education & Training

Hours

EST business hours

Remote experience

I have taught courses online from Venezuela and Argentina.

Salary context

Benchmarks for Finance / Accounting · Senior (7+ yrs).

US figures from BLS OEWS 2024 + Glassdoor; India figures from US SMB offshore vendor pricing. Adjusted for the candidate's seniority.

Work experience

1. Chief Financial Officer (CFO) · FGF Trapani, S.A.

   Jan 2021 — Jan 2024
   AR

   - Reduced costs through optimized financial planning and decision-making. - Implemented data-driven strategies to enhance financial analysis and operational efficiency.

2. Board Director · Delsur, C.A., Banco Universal.

   Jan 2018 — Jan 2021
   VE

   - Reduced financial losses through improved risk management strategies. - Optimized financial analysis to navigate high-volatility market conditions.

3. Executive Vice President · Amazonas Tech, C.A.

   Jan 2017 — Jan 2019
   VE

   - Recovered USD 5 million in assets and optimized USD 4 million in tax expenses. - Implemented a data-driven culture and enhanced strategic planning. - Led financial negotiations and management for key industry projects.

4. VP of Finance & Transformation · Environmental Solutions de Venezuela, C.A.

   Jan 2013 — Jan 2016
   VE

   - Structured a USD 20 million private bond placement in international markets. - Implemented an open-source ERP, achieving USD 1.5 million in cost savings. - Developed a Coiled Tubing service line, generating USD 1.5 million in monthly revenue.

5. VP of Planning · 100% Banco, C.A., Banco Universal.

   Jan 2010 — Jan 2013
   VE

   - Led the transformation from a commercial bank to a universal bank. - Opened 14 new branches and reduced costs by USD 1 million.

6. VP of Planning / Director of Transformation · Mi Casa Entidad de Ahorro y Préstamo.

   Jan 2004 — Jan 2009
   VE

   - Expanded the bank’s footprint with 28 new branches in Eastern Venezuela. - Developed profitability models for branches and financial products.

7. Corporate Financial Analyst · Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PDVSA)

   Jan 1997 — Jan 2003
   VE

   - Improved the company’s financial standing and international credit rating. - Designed financial models and prepared the 20-F report for the SEC.

8. Senior Audit Supervisor · KPMG Alcaraz, Cabrera, Vasquez.

   Jan 1995 — Jan 1997
   VE

   - Conducted audits in banking and oil & gas, generating USD 500 million in additional revenue. - Provided Due Diligence and regulatory compliance advisory services.

9. Senior Auditor · Banco Unión, S.A. (now Banesco)

   Jan 1995 — Jan 1997
   VE

   - Audited centralized financial operations, including investment portfolio, credit portfolio, and others. - Conducted audits of subsidiary companies, offshore banking, and investment banking.

Education

1. Master's · University of Buenos Aires
   AR· Energy
2. Bachelor's · Universidad Santa María
   VE· Economist, Certified Public Accountant, and Business Administrator

Achievements

• Recovered USD 5 million in assets and optimized USD 4 million in tax expenses.
• Structured a USD 20 million private bond placement in international markets.
• Implemented an open-source ERP, achieving USD 1.5 million in cost savings.
• Developed a Coiled Tubing service line, generating USD 1.5 million in monthly revenue.
• Opened 14 new branches and reduced costs by USD 1 million.
• Conducted audits in banking and oil & gas, generating USD 500 million in additional revenue.