Expertise

SAP Finance Expertise & Experience

I bring 23+ years of enterprise finance transformation experience, specializing in SAP Central Finance (CFIN) enablement, multi-ledger accounting, and global financial system standardization. I’ve led 27+ full-cycle SAP programs across Mexico, the US, LATAM, Europe, Africa, and Asia, partnering with Fortune 500 organizations to architect solutions that deliver measurable competitive advantage.

Core Expertise Areas

SAP Central Finance

CFIN readiness, operating model design, governance, and harmonization across multi-entity landscapes

Record-to-Report

Process standardization, GL architecture, close optimization, and execution discipline

Multi-Ledger Design

Parallel accounting (IFRS/US GAAP/Local GAAP), ledger-splitting, and regulatory compliance

Group Consolidation

Intercompany alignment, group reporting readiness, and consolidation controls

SAP Finance Modules

GL, AP, AR, AA, Bank Accounting, CO integrations, and master data migration

Testing & Cutover

Test strategy leadership, UAT coordination, hypercare stabilization, and go-live execution

Professional Capabilities

✓ SAP Central Finance (CFIN) enablement and harmonization – Readiness assessment, operating model design, governance, and finance transformation roadmaps

✓ Record-to-Report transformation – Process standardization, GL architecture, controls framework, and close cycle optimization

✓ FI/CO configuration and optimization – GL, AP, AR, AA, Bank Accounting, CO integrations with full localization readiness

✓ Multi-ledger and parallel accounting – IFRS/US GAAP/Local GAAP readiness, ledger-splitting design, and regulatory compliance

✓ Group Reporting and consolidation – Intercompany transaction alignment, elimination logic, and consolidation control design

✓ Master data governance – CoA standardization, company code harmonization, cost center/profit center readiness, and migration execution

✓ Testing and quality assurance – Unit, integration, UAT leadership; defect triage; hypercare stabilization

✓ Cross-functional integration – SD/MM/PP coordination for OTC, P2P, and production postings; finance control perspective on supply chain

✓ SAP Activate and Fit-to-Standard – Methodology leadership, gap assessment, decision capture, and accelerated delivery

Platform & Technology Experience

SAP Versions: SAP ECC (legacy and recent), SAP S/4HANA 1709–2023, SAP S/4HANA Cloud (Public, Private, On-Premise)

Key Tools & Techniques: LSMW/Fiori Apps (data migration), SAP Activate (implementation methodology), Standard configuration (no custom code preference), Credit Management, Bank Reconciliation, Asset Accounting, Product Costing, Material Ledger, COPA, Treasury (TRM)

Regional Localization: US, Mexico, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Asia-Pacific tax and statutory requirements

Recent Professional Experience

Senior SAP Finance Lead | Seidor USA (Nov 2023 – Present)

Lead end-to-end SAP S/4HANA Finance delivery using SAP Activate methodology. Configure core FI/CO processes with strong controls and localization readiness. Drive finance harmonization discussions foundational for Central Finance programs. Deliver hands-on SAP S/4HANA Credit Management support and cash-related Fit-to-Standard workshops. Lead master data readiness and migration activities with full reconciliation integrity. Own testing execution (unit, integration, UAT) and coordinate stabilization through hypercare.

Senior SAP Finance Consultant | Alestra, Mexico (Nov 2022 – Nov 2023)

Led delivery governance for SAP S/4HANA 2021 on-premise implementation managing integrated scope across FI/CO with dependencies on MM, SD, PP, PS. Facilitated Fit-to-Standard workshops and gap assessment capturing decisions supporting future Central Finance adoption. Directed testing strategy and readiness gates; ensured cutover planning and post go-live stabilization.

Global Applications Program Manager | Orbia, Waltham MA (Aug 2021 – May 2022)

Owned program governance for global SAP and digital transformation initiatives aligning scope, milestones, and delivery readiness across regions. Managed cross-functional delivery controls (budget, timeline, resources) and executive reporting. Produced enterprise delivery artifacts (SOWs, requirements packs, integrated plans, cutover/hypercare strategies). Enabled standardized execution discipline supporting Central Finance-style transformations.

Senior SAP FICO Consultant | BEHER Systems, San Diego (Feb 2011 – Jul 2021)

Delivered SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA Finance implementations and rollouts across global templates and local deployments. Led FI/CO design and configuration for GL, AP, AR, AA, Bank Accounting, and CO integrations. Drove multi-country parallel accounting and reporting readiness (US GAAP, IFRS, Local GAAP). Owned finance data migration, reconciliation, and validation activities. Partnered with finance leadership on workshops, change management, training, and adoption.

Notable Transformation Programs

Colgate-Palmolive (17 LATAM Countries): Implemented Parallel Accounting and Asset Accounting across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and 13+ additional countries. Configured US GAAP, Local GAAP, and Tax Ledger accounting principles with IFRS Material Master Valuation. Led FICO team for unit and integration testing of parallel accounting configuration.

Jabil Packaging Solutions: Led SAP S/4HANA upgrade (1610 → 1709) with full USA localization, withholding tax compliance (1099 reporting), and statutory tax integration. Coordinated functional teams, resolved implementation issues, and established proactive risk management processes.

Titan America (Construction Materials): Served as SAP S/4HANA Finance Roll-Out Manager for cement, concrete, and aggregates manufacturer. Customized Asset Accounting, Group Ledger IFRS, and Asset Under Construction for business requirements. Provided CFO-level support on Record-to-Report standardization and process governance.

KONE (Elevator & Escalator Global Leader): Led full-cycle SAP FI standard implementation for GL, AP, AR, AA, Bank Accounting across Mexico operations with tax reporting and electronic accounting compliance. Performed master data migration (LSMW) for GL, AP, AR, AA, and Banks.

DRiV Incorporated ($6B+ Startup): Implemented Asset Accounting and Push Down Accounting across 11+ countries (China, Philippines, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Russia, US). Led FICO team for testing new push-down configuration supporting Federal-Mogul acquisition integration.

Education & Certifications

  • Masters in Finance (in progress, 2023–2026) – Unitec Institute of Technology, México
  • SAP Certified Application Professional – Financials in SAP S/4HANA
  • BSc Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering – Unitec Institute of Technology, México
  • Project Management Training – University of California (2021)
  • Strategic Management & Strategy Formulation Implementation – Copenhagen Business School (2016)
  • Elements of Artificial Intelligence Training – University of Helsinki, Finland (2019)
  • Finance for Non-Financial Professionals – University of California
  • Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills – University of Michigan (2015)
  • Content Strategy for Professionals in Organizations – Northwestern University

Why Choose This Expertise

Proven Track Record

23+ years of enterprise finance transformation with 27+ full-cycle SAP programs across six continents. Deep hands-on experience in SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA versions 1709 through 2023.

Fortune 500 partnerships including Colgate-Palmolive, Jabil, KONE, DRiV, Titan America, Owens Corning, Nissan, Paramount Pictures, and Siemens.

Central Finance expertise grounded in real-world multi-ledger, parallel accounting, and global harmonization challenges. Able to accelerate CFIN adoption through readiness assessment, operating model design, and governance frameworks.

SAP Activate fluency with hands-on Fit-to-Standard leadership, gap assessment discipline, and accelerated delivery methodologies.

Approach to Transformation

I believe enterprise transformation succeeds when finance architecture and business requirements are designed together, not separately. My approach combines:

  • Design Rigor: Before building, we design for enterprise scale — GL harmonization, master data governance, ledger architecture, and reporting readiness
  • Execution Discipline: SAP Activate methodology, Fit-to-Standard discipline, and testing leadership ensure quality and on-time delivery
  • Business Partnership: Finance leadership alignment from discovery through hypercare ensures adoption and sustained performance
  • Post-Go-Live Value: Transformation doesn’t end at cutover — I partner on continuous optimization, capability building, and ROI realization

Let’s Work Together

If you’re planning a SAP Finance transformation, architecting Central Finance, or facing multi-ledger accounting challenges, I’d like to discuss how my experience can accelerate your outcomes.

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