Jeison Vargas Castro
San José,Costa Rica
Summary
Accounting professional with strong ethical values and a results-driven mindset. Extensive experience in internal controls, SOX compliance, and risk management within multinational corporations. Proficient in SAP GRC Process Controls, supporting global audit initiatives and optimizing control frameworks across regions and functions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Analyst, Controls and Risk
Pfizer
08.2024 - Current
- - Support global internal controls strategy and ICFR optimization initiatives.
- - Monitoring and mitigating risks focused on health and financial compliance markets
- - Collaborate with compliance stakeholders and support audit readiness.
- - Educate user groups on control responsibilities and best practices.
- - Partner with transformation projects to embed control requirements into design.
Internal Controls Specialist
Cargill
07.2021 - 10.2023
- - Evaluated control risks across North America, collaborating with remote teams in India.
- - Identified deficiencies and implemented corrective action plans.
- - Reviewed balance sheet accounts to ensure accounting integrity and compliance.
Internal Controls Analyst
Baxter
05.2017 - 06.2021
- - Executed global SOX and non-SOX audits and updated process narratives.
- - Assessed risks based on impact and frequency.
- - Supported documentation reviews and remediation of control deficiencies.
External Auditor
Deloitte
10.2014 - 03.2017
- Executed process documentation reviews to identify risks and assess controls.
- Performed analytical and substantive tests to validate account reasonableness.
- Participated in inventory counts to ensure accuracy for client audits.
- Compiled audit reports, highlighting findings and recommendations for clients.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Public Accounting
University of Costa Rica
Skills
- SAP GRC Process Controls, SOX, ICFR, US GAAP, IFRS, COSO, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Wdesk, Blackline, Visio, Enablon, Archer, Yellow Belt Certification
Languages
Spanish: Native, English: Advanced
Timeline
Senior Analyst, Controls and Risk
Pfizer
08.2024 - Current
Internal Controls Specialist
Cargill
07.2021 - 10.2023
Internal Controls Analyst
Baxter
05.2017 - 06.2021
External Auditor
Deloitte
10.2014 - 03.2017
Bachelor's Degree - Public Accounting
University of Costa Rica
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