Luisa L.
Senior Finance & Accounting Director
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Lucia M. is an accomplished finance and accounting leader with over 19 years of experience in delivering outsourced CFO services and driving financial strategy across multi-entity, multi-country operations. Based in Guatemala City, Ms. M. specializes in financial modeling, controllership, and internal audit for accounting firm clients, demonstrating a deep proficiency in US GAAP, IFRS, and ASC 606 compliance. She has successfully standardized F&A processes firm-wide, resulting in a ~30% reduction in close time, and has played a pivotal role in advising on contract negotiations exceeding $500M. In her current role as Finance & Accounting Director at Secure Bags, she leads strategic financial initiatives, strengthens internal controls, and promotes ERP and AI-enabled process automation. Her previous positions at Conduent Business Services and TMF Group advanced her analytical capabilities in budgeting, revenue recognition, and comprehensive audit cycles, cementing her reputation as a transformative force in finance. Lucia holds a Certified Public Accountant degree and is recognized for her commitment to excellence in process improvement.
Experience
Finance & Accounting Director
Secure Bags · 2025 — PresentProvide strategic financial leadership for a varied client portfolio, offering outsourced CFO services, financial modeling, and executive advisory that inform critical business decisions. Guide and cultivate a team of accounting squad leads through coaching and performance management while ensuring a GAAP-compliant environment. Enhance quality and compliance by auditing procedures and fortifying internal controls, addressing complex client escalations in accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and tax functions. Establish standardized accounting operations by creating policies, training programs, and a centralized knowledge base for firm-wide adoption. Advocate for technology and process enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy in reporting throughout the accounting function.Financial Modeling and Pricing Consultant
Conduent Business Services · 2017 — 2025Directed budget planning, forecasting, and financial analysis to facilitate strategic decision-making, presenting analytical reports to VPs, CFO, and CEO. Provided counsel on investments, pricing, and cost-saving strategies, including substantial contract negotiations exceeding $500M, while evaluating financial risk in RFP assessments to support proposal teams. Functioned as a subject-matter expert on revenue cycle processes, collaborating across departments to implement KPIs and advance financial strategy within a complex business segment.Finance Controller
Conduent Business Services · 2015 — 2017Supervised daily accounting operations, which included financial reporting, journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger reviews. Coordinated the budgeting process in partnership with operations, enhancing resource allocation to enable strategic initiatives. Formulated and implemented financial strategies that aligned with the company's growth objectives.Senior Accountant and Internal Audit Assistant
Conduent Business Services · 2013 — 2015Executed the complete audit cycle while managing risks and controls to ensure operational effectiveness, financial reliability, and adherence to policies. Established the internal audit scope and crafted annual audit plans. Facilitated external audits by delivering accurate and timely financial information, including test planning and execution.Corporate Controller and Country Manager
TMF Group · 2009 — 2013Guaranteed compliance with industry procedures and governmental regulations across a large multi-client portfolio. Generated monthly and annual financial accounting statements. Authorized tax compliance measures, as well as managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll processes for all clients.Accounting Assistant
Walmart of Centroamérica · 2007 — 2009Handled journal entries and reconciled accounts payable.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Certified Public Accountant and AuditorUniversidad Da Vinci de Guatemala
- Certified Private Accountant, Cum Laude Honorary DegreeColegio de Señoritas El Sagrado Corazón
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