Microsoft Porwer BI
Valeria Marano
Internal Controls Sr Manager
Boulogne, Buenos Aires
Summary
Accomplished Internal Control & Finance executive with over 20 years of experience leading financial strategy, risk assessment, and operational excellence in dynamic global environments. Recognized for delivering impactful insights to senior leadership, enhancing governance and compliance frameworks, and driving large-scale process optimization initiatives. Experienced in overseeing governance and compliance efforts across 27 countries, conducting risk assessments, audit readiness, and process reviews while championing global standardization and efficiency. Thrives in multicultural settings, excels at collaborating with diverse teams to uncover meaningful insights using business intelligence tools and support decision-making with a results-oriented approach.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Internal Controls Sr Manager
Datatec Limited
03.2022 - 04.2025
- Led the global internal control function across 27 countries, ensuring adherence to corporate governance and regulatory standards.
- Conduct proactive process reviews, risk assessments, and compliance audits to strengthen the internal control environment.
- Develop and deliver training programs to enhance awareness and best practices in internal controls and risk management.
- Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership, driving initiatives to optimise operational efficiency and mitigate risks.
North America Payroll & Cost Optimization Manager
Accenture Argentina
12.2020 - 03.2022
- Led a team of 15, managing payroll and operating cost analysis for the North American market.
- Provided strategic guidance to senior leadership on headcount trends, payroll variances, and profitability improvements.
- Spearheaded forecasting initiatives to enhance financial planning and cost control.
- Drove global standardization projects to improve process consistency and efficiency.
Interactive Europe Payroll & Cost Optimization Lead
Accenture Argentina
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Directed a finance team of five supporting leadership in Europe and North America.
- Managed financial planning and forecasting, aligning with strategic objectives set by senior executives.
- Monitored project financials, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and robust risk management.
- Assessed new business opportunities to identify financial risks and growth potential.
Fjord Finance Assoc Manager
Accenture Argentina
06.2015 - 03.2020
- Led a five-member finance team providing analytical support to executive teams for a Merge & Acquisition based in Europe.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial projections, ensuring alignment with top-level strategic goals.
- Tracked financial performance of key initiatives, maintaining precise revenue tracking and strong risk controls.
- Evaluated potential ventures to uncover financial exposures and opportunities for expansion.
Finance Specialist for Consulting & Outsourcing deals
Accenture Argentina
07.2012 - 05.2015
- Provided financial oversight on pricing for large-scale outsourcing deals in North America.
- Ensured compliance with US GAAP, tax regulations, and corporate financial policies through detailed contract analysis.
GBS Latin America Process & Internal Controls Leader
IBM
09.2009 - 06.2012
- Designed and implemented internal control frameworks across operations in eight Latin American countries.
- Analyzed control metrics, led remediation plans, and ensured alignment with corporate compliance standards.
- Coordinated internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
Production and Revenue Accounting Sr Specialist
IBM
08.2008 - 08.2009
- Oversaw the migration of the revenue accounting process from the US to Argentina.
- Ensured accurate monthly revenue recognition using appropriate valuation methods.
- Communicated variance analyses to British Petroleum HQ and supported audit procedures.
US GTS Strategical Outsourcing Finance Team Leader
IBM
01.2008 - 08.2008
- Led a 12-person finance team during the transition of financial activities from the US to Argentina.
- Reported financial results to US headquarters, ensuring compliance with SOX deadlines.
- Mentored analysts in business processes, tools, and contract issue resolution.
Business Operation Analyst
IBM
12.2005 - 12.2007
- Managed opportunity and contract design processes, streamlining signature procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to evaluate contracts, bids, and proposals.
- Participated in regional audits and data preparation.
Revenue Recognition Accounting Control Analyst
IBM
09.2004 - 11.2005
- Performed revenue recognition testing on high-value deals in line with US GAAP.
- Conducted Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing, reconciliations, and voucher compliance reviews.
- Developed and maintained accounting desk procedures.
Business Operation Support
IBM
04.2003 - 09.2004
- Prepared sales opportunity forecasts and monitored performance against annual plans.
- Supported long-term planning and reporting for sales leadership.
Telemarketing
IBM
06.2002 - 12.2002
- Provided administrative support via phone and email to clients and IBM employees.
- Addressed inquiries related to internal processes.
Trainee
IBM
02.2001 - 02.2002
- Supported reporting and analysis of call center metrics and customer satisfaction surveys.
Education
Postgraduate - Business Administration, Management
ESADE Business School
01.2012 - 12.2012
Bachelor's degree - Business Administration and Management, General
Universidad de Buenos Aires / UBA
01.1997 - 12.2007
Experto Universitario en Mercado de Capitales - Investments and Securities
Centro de e-Learning UTN FRBA
07.2023 - 10.2023
Programa Ejecutivo de Negociación - undefined
Universidad Torcuato Di Tella
05.2023 - 07.2023
Diplomatura en Ética y Compliance - undefined
Universidad del CEMA
07.2023 - 09.2023
Skills
- Internal Control Management
- Risk Management
- SOX Compliance
- Policies & Procedures Development
- Business Process Efficiency
- Microsoft Power BI
- Microsoft Power Query
- Internal Audit
Software
Microsoft Power Query
Microsoft Excel
SAP
Languages
Spanish - Native speaker English - Full professional
Timeline
Experto Universitario en Mercado de Capitales - Investments and Securities
Centro de e-Learning UTN FRBA
07.2023 - 10.2023
Diplomatura en Ética y Compliance - undefined
Universidad del CEMA
07.2023 - 09.2023
Programa Ejecutivo de Negociación - undefined
Universidad Torcuato Di Tella
05.2023 - 07.2023
Internal Controls Sr Manager
Datatec Limited
03.2022 - 04.2025
North America Payroll & Cost Optimization Manager
Accenture Argentina
12.2020 - 03.2022
Interactive Europe Payroll & Cost Optimization Lead
Accenture Argentina
03.2020 - 11.2020
Fjord Finance Assoc Manager
Accenture Argentina
06.2015 - 03.2020
Finance Specialist for Consulting & Outsourcing deals
Accenture Argentina
07.2012 - 05.2015
Postgraduate - Business Administration, Management
ESADE Business School
01.2012 - 12.2012
GBS Latin America Process & Internal Controls Leader
IBM
09.2009 - 06.2012
Production and Revenue Accounting Sr Specialist
IBM
08.2008 - 08.2009
US GTS Strategical Outsourcing Finance Team Leader
IBM
01.2008 - 08.2008
Business Operation Analyst
IBM
12.2005 - 12.2007
Revenue Recognition Accounting Control Analyst
IBM
09.2004 - 11.2005
Business Operation Support
IBM
04.2003 - 09.2004
Telemarketing
IBM
06.2002 - 12.2002
Trainee
IBM
02.2001 - 02.2002
Bachelor's degree - Business Administration and Management, General
Universidad de Buenos Aires / UBA
01.1997 - 12.2007
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