Soledad Garbino

• Led the preparation and submission of monthly financial reports, directly influencing executive decision-making.
• Direct budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes to facilitate strategic planning.
• Generate and oversee monthly cash flow statements, ensuring optimal liquidity management.
• Coordinate annual audits, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors to ensure compliance.
• Developed and implemented process improvements, increasing accuracy and efficiency in financial operations.
• Member of the Compliance U.S. team for the Group.
• Supervise accounting staff, optimize team performance, and enhance internal controls.

• Managed main office administration, including payroll and benefits, ensuring accurate salary processing.
• Maintained updated HR records and employee files, supporting compliance with labor regulations, and streamlining onboarding processes.
• Oversaw financial operations by controlling six bank accounts (main office + five store branches), maintaining proper liquidity and reconciliations.
• Processed vendor and supplier payments, ensuring zero late payment penalties and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Monitored and followed up on contracts, ensuring timely renewals and compliance with terms.
• Played a key role in the launch of the company's website and eCommerce platform, contributing to a new revenue channel that grew sales by 15% in the first year.

• Prepared reports and financial statements for management.
• Built and collaborated with a high-performance accounting team to meet all yearly requirements in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Directed audit preparation and completed required audits according to schedule.
• Supervised, trained and tasked employees to meet department and accounting needs.
• Contributed to improvements in procedures and operations.
• Enhanced change management iniciatives by leveraging accounting knowledge.

• Member of the external audit team of YPF S.A., most important oil and gas company in Argentina.
• Member of the external audit team of Andina S.A., a YPF 's affiliated company in Bolivia.
• As auditor some of the tasks performed included:

  - Reviewed internal audit controls.

  - Learned regarding oil and gas companies valuation and depreciation methods.

  - Thoroughly reviewed financial statements and tax audits to correct any discrepancies.

  - Ensured compliance with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).