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Jose Carlos Acuña

San José,SJ

Summary

Dynamic business administrator specializing in banking and finance, with a strong background in financial management and strategic planning for medium to large enterprises. Proven expertise in treasury management, cash flow projection, and banking negotiations, complemented by a robust understanding of accounts receivable and payable processes. Demonstrated success in e-commerce payments, investment strategies, and negotiating credit lines for working capital and long-term loans. Recognized for exceptional teamwork, adaptability, and leadership skills while managing diverse teams of over 30 members in high-pressure environments. Knowledge in SAP , Microsoft AX, Netsuite Oracle and Kyriba 100% English

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Treasury Manager

LATAM TREASURY MANAGER
01.2024 - Current
  • Centralization of the Latin America Treasury, building Cash Flow Forecast, Kyriba integration through the different bank accounts, optimization of cash across the Latam worked with the Latam Regions to standardized the banking related processes, Intercompany and Payroll payments. Put in place several internal controls, procedures and policies.

Regional Treasury Manager

AEROPOST.COM/PRICESMART.COM
01.2015 - 01.2024
  • Centralization of the Regional Treasury, Claims, accounts payables and online collections for Central America, Caribbean, Chile, Colombia and the United States, development and cash flow forecasting for the Regional and the United States Operation, ensuring the accounting record related to the Treasury, negotiation of bank financing, FX negotiations, creation of the Fraud Prevention Unit, active participation in the launch of e-commerce platforms (Aeropost.com and PriceSmart.com), redesign of the Guarantee and Returns Unit as well as the development of reporting for the Financial Director and Board of Directors.

Treasury Manager

STEN LABS
01.2015 - 01.2015
  • Corporate Treasury Manager, in charge of accounts payable, accounts receivable and treasury, negotiations of credit lines, medium and long-term loans, FX negotiation, payment to local and international vendors, payment arrangements with vendors and customers, supervision of the accounting records of the treasury department, development of cash flows forecasting and timing of credit operations and financial planning for the Business Group.

Treasury Manager

AGE HOLDING
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Corporate Treasury Manager, in charge FX negotiations, negotiations of credit lines and medium and long-term credits, payment local and international vendors, providing advice on financing issues with factories, supervision of the accounting records of the treasury and supervision of the cashier area, development of cash flows forecasts and timing of credit operations and financial planning for the Business Group.

Treasury Manager

GRUPO ACON
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Cash Flows Forecast development, analysis of economic trends, FX negotiations, national and international payments (SWIFT) and collections, active participation as part of the implementation of a new ERP (Microsoft Dynamics), management of banking relations and analysis of financial statements for banking purposes.

Education

Specialization - Business Analytics

INCAE Business School
01.2024

MBA - Finance

Instituto Tecnológico De Costa Rica
01.2012

MBA - Management

Universidad De Costa Rica
01.2009

Skills

  • Analytical problem solving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Responsive to new challenges
  • Financial resource optimization
  • Proficient in ERP systems
  • Internal controls development
  • Cash flow management
  • Team leadership and development
  • Financial management procedures
  • Financial management
  • Business development
  • Cross-functional teamwork

Timeline

Treasury Manager

LATAM TREASURY MANAGER
01.2024 - Current

Regional Treasury Manager

AEROPOST.COM/PRICESMART.COM
01.2015 - 01.2024

Treasury Manager

STEN LABS
01.2015 - 01.2015

Treasury Manager

AGE HOLDING
01.2013 - 01.2015

Treasury Manager

GRUPO ACON
01.2009 - 01.2013

Specialization - Business Analytics

INCAE Business School

MBA - Finance

Instituto Tecnológico De Costa Rica

MBA - Management

Universidad De Costa Rica
Jose Carlos Acuña