Osiris Rodriguez
Panama,Panama
Summary
Financial professional with +17year of experience and proven track record in financial planning and analysis. Skilled in delivering strategic insights that drive business decisions. Known for team collaboration and adaptability, with focus on achieving results through effective use of budgeting and forecasting tools.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial, Planning and Analysis Manager
Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) – Panama Center of Excellence
01.2018 - Current
- Managed quarterly, and annual financial forecast processes for accurate and timely reporting of a USD 1.5B revenue company.
- Interpret data sets and formulate business scenarios to take educated decisions for cost reduction USD 500M and revenue maximization USD 1.5B.
- Educated non-finance personnel on budgeting principles, fostering a culture of budget responsibility throughout the organization.
- Championed process improvements initiatives, resulting in significant time savings across finance functions.
- Improved cash flow management by implementing effective working capital strategies and controls.
- Mentored senior FP&A analysts, providing guidance on best practices in financial modeling, forecasting, analysis techniques and soft skills.
- Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
Accounting Controller and Team Lead
Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) – Panama Center of Excellence
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Spearheaded the transition from manual to digital record-keeping, significantly reducing data entry errors and increasing data accessibility.
- Conducted thorough variance analyses to identify discrepancies between actual results and budget projections, supporting corrective actions as needed.
- Coordinated annual external/internal audit activities, ensuring smooth communication between auditors and company staff.
- Mentored junior accounting staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing within the department.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Improved financial accuracy and reducing cost (5% to 10%) by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
Financial Audit Manager
PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Managed a team of auditors (10 team members), ensuring accurate and timely completion of audit projects.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on accounting standards and best practices to ensure high-quality audit results were delivered consistently.
- Implemented risk-based auditing strategies, resulting in better identification of potential issues.
- Mentored junior auditors, aiding in their professional development and fostering a positive work environment.
- Conducted regular training sessions for audit staff, increasing their knowledge and skillset in the field.
- Participated in fraud investigations, gathering evidence to support legal proceedings when necessary.
Education
MBA - Emphasis in Innovation
ADEN Business School
Panama01.2017
Bachelor in Accounting - Accounting
Universidad Central De Venezuela
Venezuela01.2010
Skills
- Management reporting
- Decision support
- Working capital management
- Internal controls
- Profitability analysis
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Team building leadership
- Self motivation
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with Finance leaders to update the Financial structure of the company and being in line with the commercial requirements (2024)
- Develop a financial tool to improve globally Non Manufacturing Cost forecast. (2021)
- Effective transition of RtR (2016) and FP&A (2018) activities from different countries in Americas to the Finance Service Center in Panama .
LANGUAGES
Spanish – Native
English – Advance
Hobbies and Interests
Yoga, meditate, read, learn new things.
Certification
CMA® (Certified Management Accountant)
Timeline
Financial, Planning and Analysis Manager
Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) – Panama Center of Excellence
01.2018 - Current
Accounting Controller and Team Lead
Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) – Panama Center of Excellence
01.2015 - 01.2018
Financial Audit Manager
PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.2007 - 01.2015
CMA® (Certified Management Accountant)
MBA - Emphasis in Innovation
ADEN Business School
Bachelor in Accounting - Accounting
Universidad Central De Venezuela
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