Steven Vega
Global Finance Business Partner
Costa Rica
Summary
Finance professional with 10+ years of experience in accounting, planning, forecasting, and financial analysis, focused on process improvement. Skilled in fast-paced environments, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple tasks. Experienced in working with senior stakeholders (CFOs, Heads, and Directors). Persistent, loyal, and self-reliant, with a positive, and "Can-Do" attitude. A motivated team player who brings energy and enthusiasm to group efforts.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Global Finance Business Partner
AstraZeneca
03.2023 - Current
- Led financial modeling efforts for scenario analyses, enabling executive leadership to make informed decisions on strategic initiatives with significant financial implications.
- Liaised with budget holders to evaluate financial performance and offer financial management data, analysis, and advice.
- Facilitated quarterly revenue cycle to support project analysis requirements.
- Played an integral role in annual budget preparation by coordinating input from various departments and consolidating data into comprehensive forecasts aligned with company strategy.
- Supported sales initiatives through customer profitability analysis that identified opportunities for revenue growth or margin enhancement.
FP&A Manager
AstraZeneca
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Responsible for financial planning, tracking results against budget/forecast, and providing updates on risks, opportunities, and recommendations during planning and QBR reviews.
- Delivered timely and accurate financial reports, enabling informed decision-making by senior management.
- Prepared monthly financial statements and variance analysis reports in Power Bi for management review.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through careful monitoring of expenses and identification of unnecessary expenditures.
- Streamlined budgeting processes for increased efficiency and improved accuracy in financial forecasting.
FP&A Senior Analyst
AstraZeneca
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and business priorities.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Collaborate with senior management and department heads to provide financial insights, drive decision-making, and support business performance improvements.
- Continuously monitor actual financial performance vs. forecast, providing explanations for variances and making recommendations for corrective actions.
FP&A Senior Financial Analyst
Citibank
09.2015 - 10.2018
- I analyzed current, past, and future trends and scenarios for all P&L sections: revenue (sales trends, gross to net) and expenses (cost centers, brand allocation, variance analysis)
- Execute month-end financial reporting and analysis activities and related deliverables in a timely and accurate manner, including initial commentary and business insight
- Validate P&L figures prior to sign-off in close coordination with the Controlling team
- Support the planning cycle processes (budgeting/forecasting) as required, according to internal guidelines, and reported timely and accurately
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA -
EUDE Business School
01.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor's degree - Finance
National University
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
National University
Skills
- Senior stakeholders' management
- Leadership and social influence
- Analytical thinking
- Complex problem-solving
- Excellent communication and presentations skills
- Advanced knowledge: SAP, CMR, Excel, Power BI, Power Apps, Hyperion & Essbase
Timeline
Global Finance Business Partner
AstraZeneca
03.2023 - Current
Master of Business Administration - MBA -
EUDE Business School
01.2023 - 01.2024
FP&A Manager
AstraZeneca
01.2021 - 03.2023
FP&A Senior Analyst
AstraZeneca
10.2018 - 01.2021
FP&A Senior Financial Analyst
Citibank
09.2015 - 10.2018
Bachelor's degree - Finance
National University
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
National University
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