Paulo Santos

• Strengthened communication and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, client-facing environment • Managed multiple priorities while maintaining high standards and attention to detail

• Led intercompany accounting operations across South America, supporting the countries and business units • Managed financial closing and consolidation processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines • Led transition projects of accounting operations (Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay) to shared services (GBS) • Controlled logistics, inventory, and commodity costing operations, improving financial visibility • Acted as key point of contact for external audits (EY, RSM), • Analysed financial

• Managed accounting processes in multiple currencies (BRL, USD, ARS, CLP) • Performed financial closing, reconciliations, and balance sheet analysis • Monitored banking transactions, loans, intercompany accounts, and exchange variations • Developed financial reports for management, including budgeting and forecasting • Ensured compliance with internal controls (SOX) and corporate policies

• Performed balance sheet reconciliations and expense analysis • Supported reporting in multiple currencies • Managed inventory control, imports, exports, and third-party stock • Ensured alignment between tax, accounting, and inventory data

• Executed external audit procedures and financial statement validation • Performed internal control testing and inventory audits • Analysed financial data and supported management reporting • Knowledge of applicable accounting standards (CPC / IFRS)

• Conducted audits across financial areas (cash, AP/AR, fixed assets, provisions) • Performed analytical reviews and internal control assessments • Prepared audit documentation and supported process improvements

• Supported controllership activities including inventory and cost control • Performed bank reconciliations and managed provisions • Assisted with monthly closing and financial reporting • Supported export operations and fixed asset accounting

• Supported HR operations including payroll and employee administration • Managed employee records and hiring documentation • Controlled timesheets and overtime calculations • Provided administrative support to internal teams