Lina Rivera

Background

About Lina Rivera

As a successful Finance professional, I bring a proven track record in supporting corporate and multinational finance operations. My expertise in collecting, compiling, and analyzing financial data has been a valuable asset throughout my career. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I excel at articulate communication across diverse teams and stakeholders. My unique ability to support and drive financial strategies for corporate and multinational operations, combined with my analytical skills and bilingual capabilities, allows me to add significant value in fast-paced, global environments. I'm passionate about leveraging financial acumen to drive business growth and optimize operational efficiency. Always eager to learn and grow, I stay updated on the latest trends in finance, technology, and data analytics. Areas of expertise: • Corporate Finance & Financial Reporting • Public Accounting & GAAP/SOX Compliance • Strategic Planning & Budgeting/Forecasting • Variance Analysis & Spreadsheet Modeling • Data Trending, Management & Visualization • Multi-Location & Foreign Currency Reporting • Project Management & Process Improvement • Business Partnering Transferable and Adaptive Skills: • Effective Communication & Proactive Approach • Strong Analytical & Organizational Abilities • Customer Service Oriented & Problem Solving • Critical Thinking & Flexible Mindset • Influencing Decision Making Technical Proficiencies: Hyperion Essbase, SAP, Oracle Financials, Power BI, OneStream, PeopleSoft, BPC, Great Plains, Dynamics AX, NexSuite, Adaptive Insights, Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Advanced Microsoft Excel Industry Experience: Accounting, Oil & Energy, Retail, Information Technology & Services, Transportation/Trucking/Railroad, Sporting Goods, Food and Beverages, Internet Publishing Throughout my career, I've successfully: • Led cross-functional teams to optimize financial processes • Implemented advanced forecasting models to improve budget accuracy • Streamlined reporting procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy • Provided valuable insights to support strategic decision-making