Eduardo Raphael Sac Valiente
Guatemala City
Summary
Accountant and economist with more than 13 years of experience in a variety of industries, adept at driving financial growth and efficiency, I spearheaded initiatives at the companies that enhanced profits and reduced budget and forecasts variances. My expertise in financial modeling and strategic planning, financial statements analysis and presentation, coupled with strong leadership and analytical skills, positions me as a dynamic force in finance and accounting.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager/Senior Finance Analyst
Conduent Inc
New Jersey, United States (Remote)
04.2020 - 12.2024
- Financial modelling: Developed financial models to analyze new investments and projects that increased business revenue by 20%.
- Budgeting and forecasting: Improved the accuracy of the annual budget and recurring forecasts, reducing variances to less than 3% utilizing advanced analytical models.
- Presentation and analysis of Financial Statements: Analyzed financial statements variations and presented reports according to US GAAP to stakeholders, leading a team of 6 people in Manila, Philippines, and Guatemala.
- Accounting procedures and policies: Implemented accounting procedures and policies that resulted in USD$20,000 in monthly cost savings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
- Improved stakeholder confidence with detailed financial analysis and transparent communication.
Senior Finance Analyst/Regional Controller
BIC De Guatemala
Guatemala City, Guatemala
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Financial Modelling: Developed model to analyze new investments and projects that increased business revenue by 12%.
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Implemented procedures and policies to improve the accuracy o the annual budget and recurring forecasts, reducing variances to less than 8%.
- Presentation and analysis of Financial Statements: Analyzed financial statements variations and presented reports according to IFRS to stakeholders, leading a team of 7 people in Central America.
- Accounting procedures and policies: Implemented accounting procedures and policies that resulted in USD$ 3,000 in monthly cost savings.
- Implementation of ERP JD Edwards: Led the regional Central America and Caribbean team to implement the ERP JD Edwards, resulting in the most successful regional project for the company at a global level, for which the team was rewarded with a trip to Cartagena, Colombia.
- Promotion from Regional Controller to Senior Financial Analyst.
- Reduced operating costs through ongoing evaluation of vendor contracts resulting in favorable renegotiation terms.
- Strengthened internal controls, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by rigorously reviewing and reconciling general ledger accounts on a regular basis.
- Managed external audit engagements to ensure timely completion of required filings while maintaining positive relationships with auditors throughout the process.
- Led cross-functional teams on various finance projects, fostering collaboration between departments for enhanced business performance.
- Presented complex financial data to non-finance stakeholders in an easily understandable format, encouraging informed decision-making across the organization.
- Delivered timely, accurate, and insightful financial analyses to guide executive decision-making in both operational and strategic contexts.
Regional Controller
Osigu
Guatemala City, Guatemala
08.2016 - 11.2018
- Financial Modelling: Developed models to analyze new investments and projects that increased business revenue by 80%.
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Improved the accuracy of the annual budget and recurring financial forecasts, reducing variances to less than 6%.
- Presentation and analysis of Financial Statements: Preparation, presentation and analysis of financial statements variations and presented reports according to US GAAP to stakeholders, leading 1 person in Guatemala.
- Accounting procedures and policies: Implemented accounting procedures and policies as this was a start-up company.
- Implementation of Xero Accounting System and US GAAP: Implemented the accounting system Xero and US GAAP to present the financial statements.
- Oversaw regional capital expenditure projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints while maximizing return on investment.
- Developed key performance indicators to track regional financial health and drive informed decision-making.
- Negotiated credit lines with banks reducing the interest rate in 2%.
- Improved cash flow management by optimizing accounts receivable and payable processes.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in cost savings that positively impacted the bottom line.
- Collaborated with auditors, ensuring timely completion of annual audits with minimal findings.
- Increased financial transparency with well-structured monthly and quarterly reports for senior leadership.
Record to Report Specialist
Novartis Pharmaceutical
Guatemala City, Guatemala
05.2015 - 07.2016
- Presentation, consolidation and analysis of Financial Statements: Prepared, presented and analyzed financial statements according to IFRS to stakeholders in Switzerland, consolidating Central America and Caribbean.
- Managing of fixed assets at a regional level: Implemented accounting procedures and policies to manage the company's fixed assets.
- Implementation of internal control policies: Implemented internal control policies to mitigate risks of inaccuracy of the information and damage of fixed assets.
- Optimized reporting systems by implementing automation techniques where appropriate, reducing manual workload and increasing efficiency.
- Developed customized reports for various stakeholders, addressing unique requirements and needs.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects ensuring timely completion without compromising on quality or accuracy.
Accountant
Imágenes Computarizadas De Guatemala
Guatemala City, Guatemala
03.2013 - 05.2015
- Budgeting and forecasting: Implemented procedures and policies to improve the accuracy of the annual budget and recurring forecasts, reducing variances to less than 2%.
- Preparation and presentation of Financial Statements: Prepared financial statements variations and presented reports according to IFRS to stakeholders. Managed the complete operational accounting cycle (invoicing, expenses, payments, bank management, journal entries, customer and provider relations, activity-based costing).
- Accounting procedures and policies: Implemented accounting procedures and policies.
- Implementation of ERP SAP BO: Led the implementation of the ERP SAP BO, the most significant project for the company in 10 years.
- Implementation of IFRS: Implemented IFRS, enabling the company to accurately assess its financial situation and compare it with legal-tax framework financial statements.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
Accounting Assistant
Asofarma
Guatemala City, Guatemala
03.2011 - 03.2013
- Preparation and presentation of Financial Statements: Prepared regional financial statements variations and presented reports according to IFRS to stakeholders. Managed the complete operational accounting cycle (invoicing, expenses, payments, bank management, journal entries, customer and provider relations, costs).
- Accounting procedures and policies: Implemented accounting procedures and policies.
- Implementation of internal control policies: Implemented internal control policies to control the expenses and fixed assets of the company.
- Promotion from Accounting Auxiliary to Accounting Assistant.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
- Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive financial data, protecting company integrity and privacy rights of individuals involved.
- Reduced errors in account reconciliation through meticulous attention to detail and thorough review of transactions.
- Facilitated smooth financial audits by maintaining organized records and providing necessary documentation to auditors.
Education
Master of Arts - Economics
Universidad Mariano Gálvez De Guatemala
Guatemala11-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Auditing
Universidad Mariano Gálvez De Guatemala
Guatemala10-2016
Prof. Certificate in Valuation of Investments
New York Institute of Finance
New York, United States Of America07-2019
Certificate in Financial Markets
Yale University
Connecticut, United States Of America03-2025
Skills
- Accounting/Finance: Leading Accounting and Finance Teams, Financial Modelling, Investments, US GAAP, IFRS, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Auditing, Tax Preparation
- Software/Technical: SAP, JD Edwards, QuickBooks, Xero, Oracle, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Word
- Languages: English (C2 Level), Spanish (Native), Portuguese (Advanced), French (Beginner), Italian (Beginner), Mandarin (Beginner)
- Soft Skills: Leadership, Problem-Solving, Communication, Teamwork, Analytical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Strategic Planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional Working
French
Elementary
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Timeline
Finance Manager/Senior Finance Analyst
Conduent Inc
04.2020 - 12.2024
Senior Finance Analyst/Regional Controller
BIC De Guatemala
01.2018 - 01.2020
Regional Controller
Osigu
08.2016 - 11.2018
Record to Report Specialist
Novartis Pharmaceutical
05.2015 - 07.2016
Accountant
Imágenes Computarizadas De Guatemala
03.2013 - 05.2015
Accounting Assistant
Asofarma
03.2011 - 03.2013
Master of Arts - Economics
Universidad Mariano Gálvez De Guatemala
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Auditing
Universidad Mariano Gálvez De Guatemala
Prof. Certificate in Valuation of Investments
New York Institute of Finance
Certificate in Financial Markets
Yale University