Revenue Recognition Finance Manager in USA Resume Roland Correa Netto
Revenue Recognition Finance Manager in USA Resume Roland Correa Netto
Revenue Recognition Finance Manager in USA Resume Roland Correa Netto
EXPERIENCE
Hewlett Packard Miami, FL Position: Senior Financial Analyst May 2011 December 2011 Responsible for supporting Sales, Deal Desk and Legal on contract negotiations, providing recommendations on risk mitigation from a revenue perspective. Responsible for governance of software contracts, ensuring consistent application of US GAAP. Leading role in revenue recognition process improvements across Latin America. Regular interaction with senior management staff on revenue recognition related matters. Involved in the monthly revenue forecast process providing guidance as required. Involved in the revenue month-end closing process for Brazil and the US. Ciena Corporation Inc. (Acquired Nortel Networks Optical Division) Miami, FL
Position: Financial Planning and Analysis Manager March 2010 April 2011 Review deal structure and provide recommendation on financials and revenue recognition timing. Responsible for revenue and orders analysis and explanation on variances from actual to budget. Responsible for establishing credit limits for current and new customers. Preparation of weekly cash-flow report for Brazil and Argentina providing visibility to cash needs. Preparation of weekly regional AR report highlighting top 10 customers, issues and actions. Worked in close coordination with the Collections team to address overdue receivables and action plans. Worked in close coordination with global revenue governance, order management and accounting to ensure revenue was recognized in line with deliverables and contract terms. Nortel Network Inc. Sunrise, FL
Position: Global Revenue Governance Manager August 2006 March 2010 Responsible for ensuring consistent application of SOP 81-1, SAB 104, SOP 97-2 on revenue contracts. Involved in the monthly revenue forecast process providing guidance as required. Regular interaction with senior management staff on matters related to revenue recognition. Close coordination with Legal and FP&A to gain visibility and speed up review of executed contracts. Improved revenue recognition processes by reviewing orders booked versus revenue guidance. Worked with internal and external auditors on all revenue recognition related matters. Responsible for ensuring quarterly and annual audit requirements were met on a timely and accurate basis. Involved in Six Sigma, SOX and other ad hoc initiatives as required.
DHL
Position: Chief Accountant Cash and AR Responsible for overseeing month end closing for all cash and trade receivable accounts. Responsible for overseeing reconciliation for all bank accounts ensuring integrity of data. Responsible to ensure accurate Bad Debt Provision calculation. Improved records and streamlined processes for bank account reconciliations in SAP. Interacted with external and internal auditors on quarterly and annual financial audits. Position: Senior Business Finance Analyst Involved in the monthly closing process for LATAM and Caribbean entities (51 entities). Assisted in the preparation and analysis of consolidated balance sheets for budget and forecast. Provided guidance and ensured compliance on company and International Accounting Standard (IAS) policies. Liaised with Regional Tax and Treasury transfer pricing negotiations, payments and related matters. Conducted Balance Sheet Analysis for all entities in the region. Coordinated with IT and BUs development and implementation of SAP accounting interfaces. Responsible for the day-to-day cash management project deployment in the LATAM and Caribbean regions. Involved in credit facilities for LATAM and Caribbean entities. Responsible for the preparation of regional treasury and CAPEX reports to Headquarters. Responsible for the preparation of monthly DSO report for LATAM and the Caribbean. Position: Finance Manager Involved in the strategic planning and creation of a company used as a pilot to test the companys solutions. Researched and created reports on the logistics industry and market players. Analyzed competitors, market size and segments, products, financial performance, pricing strategy, etc. Burson-Marsteller Latin America Miami, FL
Position: Business Manager/Controller February 1997 September 2000 Responsible for revenue and expense budget, compensation management and payroll analysis, variance analysis to plan, management of accounts receivable and payable, profitability and performance analysis. Responsible for managing the month end closing process for the subsidiary. Provided business, accounting and financial support/consultancy to Managing Directors and other senior staff. Prepared short, medium, and long-term financial planning and analysis. Responsible for management reports such as productivity, capacity and write-off analysis. Implemented internal controls across departments, improving productivity and efficiency.
LANGUAGES
English and Spanish (Proficient), Portuguese (Native language).
EDUCATION
MBA, BBA, University of Westminster, London England International Business, Faculty of Economics Science, Brazil