María Eugenia Petruel

Responsible for managing and overseeing the administration of major project contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual terms, company policies, and legal requirements. Acts as the primary point of contact for contract-related matters throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, negotiate, and finalize contract terms and conditions in alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor contract performance, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and cost requirements.
• Manage contract amendments, claims, and change orders in coordination with project teams.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of all contractual activities.
• Provide guidance and support to project managers and stakeholders on contractual issues.
• Prepare reports and analysis on contract status, risks, and opportunities.

Responsible for leading and managing all aspects of project controls, including cost management, scheduling, progress measurement, and reporting, to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to quality standards in the Olaroz Expansion Project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement project control systems, procedures, and standards.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, cost estimates, and budgets.
• Monitor and analyze project performance against baseline plans.
• Identify variances and recommend corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure accurate data flow.
• Manage forecasting, cash flow analysis, and cost reporting.
• Prepare regular progress reports for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and contractual requirements.
• Lead and mentor the project controls team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordination and supervision of Project Controls areas (Cost and Finance) and Site Access Control.
• Preparation of management reports, budget control, and CapEx reviews.
• Development, monitoring, and control of project cash flow.
• Support and oversight in bidding processes and contract negotiations.
• Coordination and liaison with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction owners teams, as well as with the EPCM.
• Definition and implementation of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Design, implementation, and control of the Certification Process for the entire Expansion Project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordination and supervision of Accounting, Treasury, and Account Payables areas.
• Preparation of cash flow reports.
• Management of domestic and international bank accounts.
• Oversight of local and international financing processes.
• Preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Development of management reports.
• Preparation of annual and special financial statements for tax purposes.
• Coordination of external audits.
• Streamlined month-end close procedures, reducing processing time and improving reporting efficiency.
• Mentored finance team on compliance standards and best practices in accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordinating and supervising the Treasury area.
• Preparation of cash flow reports.
• Management of domestic and international bank accounts.
• Preparation and analysis of intercompany accounts.
• Preparation and presentation of financial reports.
• Preparation of annual auditable financial statements and special reports for tax purposes.
• Preparation and submission of municipal, provincial, and national tax returns.
• Participation in SAP system implementation, including definition of blueprints for FI-CO module development.
• Streamlined accounting procedures, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.
• Managed audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal controls.

• Successfully managed tax filings for municipal, provincial, and national obligations, ensuring 100% compliance and avoiding penalties.
• Prepared accurate financial statements under strict deadlines, improving client satisfaction and audit readiness.
• Delivered tailored accounting and tax advisory services that optimized clients’ fiscal strategies and reduced tax liabilities.
• Streamlined account reconciliation processes, reducing errors and improving reporting efficiency.
• Supported external audits by providing complete and timely documentation, contributing to smooth audit outcomes.
• Developed detailed financial reports to support client decision-making and strategic planning.
• Mentored junior staff on best practices in tax preparation and client management techniques.