Gabriel Mazuco
Blumenau, Santa Catarina,SC
Summary
Experienced Business Controller with 10+ years of expertise in multinational organizations. Demonstrated leadership abilities and a proven track record of achieving financial goals through effective team management. Skilled in collaborating with executive leaders to develop comprehensive business, financial, and growth strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Controller
Hitachi Energy
06.2024 - Current
- Business Controller for Distribution transformers factory in Blumenau (Brazil), for service business in Peru and Chile (remote).
- Enhanced financial performance by streamlining budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Reduced operational costs through detailed analysis and identification of inefficiencies.
- Partnered with leadership to develop long-term strategic plans aligned with corporate objectives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and cost reductions.
- Enhanced profitability through comprehensive revenue analysis and pricing optimization strategies.
- Revamped financial systems, automating manual processes for increased efficiency in daily operations. Developed new tools from manual excel to PowerBI
- Strengthened business decision-making with accurate and timely financial reports.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
Factory Controller for Colombia & Panama
Hitachi Energy
09.2022 - 05.2024
Factory Controller & Factory Project Manager
Hitachi Energy
10.2018 - 09.2022
Factory Controller
Hitachi Energy
07.2016 - 09.2018
Controlling Analyst
Hitachi Energy
05.2015 - 06.2016
Pricing / Costing Specialist
syncreon Logistics
06.2014 - 04.2015
- Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
- Conducted comprehensive competitor analysis to inform strategic decisions.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust marketing strategies accordingly.
- Negotiated with suppliers to reduce material costs, improving profit margins.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Sr. Project Controlling
SIEMENS LTDA.
03.2011 - 06.2014
- Validated project and employment information and completed manual adjustments to financial data.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring all projects were completed within financial constraints.
- Assessed risks proactively, developing contingency plans to minimize potential issues.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization while maintaining strong relationships with external partners.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Controlling Analyst
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC BRASIL (former Areva T&D)
07.2009 - 02.2011
- Played a pivotal role in the successful completion of annual audits by diligently organizing supporting documentation for audit requests.
- Advised senior leadership on cost control initiatives by identifying areas where resources could be optimized or redirected.
- Facilitated month-end closing procedures by accurately reconciling balance sheet accounts and preparing journal entries in a timely manner.
- Partnered with department heads as subject matter expert and provided in-depth analysis and support.
- Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
Education
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Pontificia Universidade Católica – PUC / RS
10.2020
No Degree - Business Management
Euro-American Business School
São Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil01.2018
Improvement Business Finances and Operations, Specialist -
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, on Coursersa (e-learning)
02.2016
Accounting, Bachelor -
South of Santa Catarina University - UNISUL
06.2009
Skills
- SAP (CO/FI module)
- PBCS Oracle
- Hyperion
- Portuguese
- English
- Spanish
- Business process improvement
- Internal controls development
- Cash Flow Management
- Decision Support
- Cost Management
- Financial Forecasting
- Project Management
- Team Collaboration
Age
37
Personal Information
Nationality: Brazilian
Timeline
Business Controller
Hitachi Energy
06.2024 - Current
Factory Controller for Colombia & Panama
Hitachi Energy
09.2022 - 05.2024
Factory Controller & Factory Project Manager
Hitachi Energy
10.2018 - 09.2022
Factory Controller
Hitachi Energy
07.2016 - 09.2018
Controlling Analyst
Hitachi Energy
05.2015 - 06.2016
Pricing / Costing Specialist
syncreon Logistics
06.2014 - 04.2015
Sr. Project Controlling
SIEMENS LTDA.
03.2011 - 06.2014
Controlling Analyst
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC BRASIL (former Areva T&D)
07.2009 - 02.2011
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Pontificia Universidade Católica – PUC / RS
No Degree - Business Management
Euro-American Business School
Improvement Business Finances and Operations, Specialist -
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, on Coursersa (e-learning)
Accounting, Bachelor -
South of Santa Catarina University - UNISUL
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