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Sergio Estivill

Martinez,B

Summary

Experienced executive in all aspects of the finance function (i.e., tax, treasury and accounting management). 10+ yrs experience in a Big 4 (KPMG) and 17+ yrs with Fortune 100 (SLB & BH). Proven track record along those years and functions. Successful M&A, generating savings and synergies. Negotiations of complex matters with Government authorities. Set up international tax strategies that accomplished significant savings that improved the EPS.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Americas Tax Director

Baker Hughes
05.2020 - Current
  • Restructured 10+ entities
  • Got reimbursement of Tax Credits in several jurisdictions (e.g., Argentina 8 M+, Brazil 50 M+, Ecuador 3 M+, Mexico 5 M+ among others)
  • Supervised transition to compliance centers.
  • Managed team of tax professionals, fostering collaborative environment to achieve departmental goals.
  • Supported business growth by providing expert advice on tax implications during mergers and acquisitions.
  • Increased cost savings by identifying and capitalizing on available tax credits and deductions.

LATAM Tax Director

Baker Hughes
10.2018 - 04.2019
  • Integrated GE and BH entities
  • Set up tax team
  • Concluded successfully multi years audits in Mexico and Trinidad and Tobago. More than 40 M in savings.
  • Advised executive management on potential risks related to international operations, ensuring proper mitigation measures were in place.

LATAM South Tax Director

Schlumberger
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Structured JV with NOC in Vaca Muerta - Bandurria Sur Field

LATAM Tax Director

Schlumberger
04.2011 - 07.2017
  • Mergers/Assets sales/Spin-Offs (Smith International, M-I Swaco, Cameron and Geoservices businesses). 20 + entities
  • International Arbitration for 50 + M
  • Re-Domiciliation of Panama entity
  • Set Up of Regional Hub.
  • Maintained strong relationships with regulatory authorities, efficiently resolving tax audits and disputes.

Education

Business Strategies -

Wharton - University Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania, USA
09.2012

MBA - Business Administration

IAE - Universidad Austral
Buenos Aires, Argentina
12.2005

Accounting

UBA - Facultad De Ciencias Economicas
Buenos Aires, Argentina
12.1989

Skills

  • International Tax Knowledge
  • Team Leadership Qualities
  • Team Building Leadership
  • Negotiation
  • Accounting
  • Treasury

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Travelling
  • Sports

Languages

Spanish - Native or Bilingual Proficiency

English - Native or Bilingual Proficiency
Portuguese - Full Professional Proficiency
Italian - Limited Working Proficiency
French - Elementary Proficiency

Timeline

Americas Tax Director

Baker Hughes
05.2020 - Current

LATAM Tax Director

Baker Hughes
10.2018 - 04.2019

LATAM South Tax Director

Schlumberger
08.2017 - 09.2018

LATAM Tax Director

Schlumberger
04.2011 - 07.2017

Business Strategies -

Wharton - University Pennsylvania

MBA - Business Administration

IAE - Universidad Austral

Accounting

UBA - Facultad De Ciencias Economicas
Sergio Estivill