Julia Gomez
Farmington Hills,MI
Summary
Market-driven Chief Financial Officer adept at coordinating executive financial activity and capitalizing on market opportunities. Decisive leader and forward-thinking manager with excellent attention to detail and a hardworking mentality. Ready to apply 29 years of progressive experience to new position with long-term potential. Organized and dependable successful at managing multiple priorities and projects with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
CFO North America
FRIMO Inc
10.2022 - Current
- Key member of senior company leadership team, manage and supervise all finance activities, company's budget, forecast, cost controlling, cash flow and in addition to HR, IT and administrative functions. This includes financial analysis and project administration.
- Conduct detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related monthly and quarterly reports to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Evaluated opportunities diligently to improve projects, cost control and their expected returns.
- Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits, achieving 10% savings in operational expenses.
Managing Director
Ceratizit Mexico
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
- Led two production lines transference, more than 50 machines between countries.
- Negotiated long term contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing.
- Optimized foreign exchange risk management practices to mitigate currency volatility impact on financial results.
- Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
- Provided strategic leadership to ensure continuity and solvency as well as administration and coordination of operations, consistent with organizational goals and objectives
- Solid interpersonal skills to establish rapport with all levels of staff and management, decreased employee turnover from 22.7% to 9.5% with strong rhetorical skills to mentor employees.
Chief Financial Officer
Ceratizit Mexico
10.2009 - 06.2019
- Developed strategic financial plans to support 100% company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
- Implemented cost reduction initiatives and process improvements to optimize efficiency and productivity.
- Creation of solid foundation in financial consolidations through application of Mexican and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and International Accounting Standards (GAAP, IFRS) to ensure compliance with law and company's policies.
- Oversaw budgets, accounts payable, receivable, HR and IT.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement within finance and administration team, encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Increased cash flow by optimizing working capital management and reducing outstanding receivables to 45 DSO.
Treasurer
Guardian Industries
03.2004 - 03.2009
- Liaised with financial institutions to secure start up and project funding and optimize financial resources.
- Drafted treasury reports to support management decision-making needs.
- Consolidated weekly cash flow forecast for management review, tracking receivables, payables and managed cash, investment portfolio over 50 million USD, projected future needs and liquidity positions
- Limited bad debts to less than 5% of revenues
- Designed and implemented interest rate swap strategy of 200 million USD
- Optimized foreign exchange risk management practices to mitigate currency volatility impact on financial results.
- Streamlined and developed processes for quick customer's payment identification.
Consultant and General Account
Questcorp
09.1998 - 02.2004
- Headed business process workshop to outline foreign client procedures and processes, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Provide support in completing data processing and modification tasks; create and design financial reports; and document packages every month on time.
- Offer ongoing assistance to customers, including attending to their concerns; and assist with financial reporting. Improved 90% client satisfaction by effectively managing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines.
- Supported clients with business analysis, documentation, and data modeling.
- Take active part in cross-unit and cross product execution teams
- Carry out and forward necessary metrics and project reports, including project updates and status promptly to management.
Auditor
PriceWaterhouseCoopers
03.1995 - 10.1998
- Excellent understanding of internal, external auditing techniques, accounting standards and guidelines.
- Conducted risk assessments to determine areas requiring increased focus during subsequent audits.
- Involved in financial reporting, risk management, compliance & integrations.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Proactive approach and ability to work autonomously and as part of team.
Education
MBA - High management
EBC
01.2021
MBA - International business
IPN-ESCA
01.2000
BBA - Accounting
IPN-ESCA
01.1996
Skills
- Financial Strategy Development, Planning, Budget, Board Reporting and Risk Management
- Mergers and Acquisitions Experience
- Financial Process Improvement
- Organizational Development and Corporate leadership
- Cash Flow Management
- ERP System Implementation
Hobbies
Outside of work I enjoy running, reading and movies.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancement401k matchAccomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- DSO reduction from more than 100 days to 65.
- DIO reduction to less that 30 days.
- SAP successful implementation
- Transfer 2 manufacturing lines from Brazil and LA to Mexico.
- Operational expenses reduction by 10%
- Successful merge which resulted in 100% sales increase.
Software
SAP
Microsoft office
Timeline
CFO North America
FRIMO Inc
10.2022 - Current
Managing Director
Ceratizit Mexico
06.2019 - 09.2022
Chief Financial Officer
Ceratizit Mexico
10.2009 - 06.2019
Treasurer
Guardian Industries
03.2004 - 03.2009
Consultant and General Account
Questcorp
09.1998 - 02.2004
Auditor
PriceWaterhouseCoopers
03.1995 - 10.1998
MBA - High management
EBC
MBA - International business
IPN-ESCA
BBA - Accounting
IPN-ESCA
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