Luis Carlos Preciado Orduña
Certified Public Accountant specialized in taxation
Azcapotzalco
Summary
I have a solid experience of +23 years leading and overseeing activities of tax compliance, tax operations and income tax reporting (ASC740, NIFD4, NIC12), based on relevant regulations, minimizing tax liabilities and developing tax strategies for contributing and achieving organization’s goals. Also, I had participated leading tax automation operations and tax planning optimization projects (i.e. Digital invoice, indirect taxes operations, ETR optimization and M&A) management. Furthermore, I have proficiency in using Excel, SAP, Oracle, Vertex, One Source. My skills include agile leadership, change time management, teamwork, problem-solving, critical thinking, and fluent communication in both English and Spanish. I consider myself a resilient and committed individual with a global vision and a strong passion for being an agent of change and improving.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Tax Accounting
Vinmar (Temporary Project Covering a Maternity Leave)
10.2024 - 04.2025
- I performed the tax compliance activities of two companies.
- Also, I computed the current and deferred income tax provision under IFRS.
- Value added: I automatize VAT receivable computation creating an excel macro that identified the invoices of suppliers registered in SAP effectively paid. As a result of this automation, the VAT balances can be reconciled and tie. (book basis vs tax basis).
Senior Tax Manager
KPMG (Temporary Project)
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Main activities: I participated in two projects for automation of tax compliance in two international financial institutions related to: (1) Automation of monthly and annual tax compliance of direct, indirect and withholding income taxes for a British financial institution; I was responsible to interview, to capture the company requirements, to map and prepare the business rules for automation the monthly and annual tax compliance, identifying interdependencies of information, the preparation of the layout of the reports and deliver the working papers for filing the returns and informative declarations of the company to the company to the tax administration Service, and (2) Project of an automation of the revenues reconciliation for the last 5 years of transactions in a Spanish financial institution (book revenue versus tax revenue issued by digital invoice); I interviewed different people at the bank for identifying the source of data information come from their different ERP’s and I prepared the business case documentation that contained the business rules of automation of the revenues transactions and deliver the dashboard that identified the items reconciled and non-reconciled.
Controller
Grupo Jinim (temporary Project, the Company Laid Off Staff)
03.2022 - 12.2022
- I performed the update and correction of process for the preparation of monthly financial statements that were reported to the Direct board.
- I did stablish an accurate, timely and accountable process for the preparation and reporting the monthly financial statements. Also, I created a solid in process for Account payable process cleaning and the reconciling the payable balances at Oracle Financials.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying inefficiencies and reallocating resources to achieve optimal results.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
Finance Director
Key Business Process Solutions (Temporary Project)
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Strengthened I perform the update and correction of the financial operations by proactively managing and optimizing the monthly financial statements, the cash flow getting a positive balance via the recuperation of AR balances aged +180 days and cleaning the AR and AP balances at SAP module.
- Successfully managed a 2016 tax audit, ensuring accurate financial information was presented to the Tax Administration reducing the tax settlement of IT and VAT of Mxp$20M to MXP$3M.
Regional Tax Manager
Marsh & McLennan Companies
11.2016 - 04.2020
- Responsible for tax compliance across 12 legal entities in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico. Oversaw full compliance with local tax regulations, including preparation and filing of direct and indirect taxes. Led transfer pricing initiatives, including TP studies, Master File, Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting, and intercompany policy reviews. Managed regional tax planning strategies focused on effective tax rate (ETR) optimization. Accountable for tax provision and reporting under ASC 740 (FAS 109), including both current and deferred taxes. Participated in M&A projects, supporting due diligence, tax structuring, and integration efforts.
- Achievements: (1) Optimization of ETR reducing 8% that represented USD$20M of tax benefit. (2) I implemented a dashboard that contains the check list of the tax compliance of transfer pricing of all companies in LATAM region.
Taxation Manager
Best Buy Mexico
09.2015 - 11.2016
- I was responsible of the tax compliance and tax reporting of 3 companies in Best Buy Mexico. I also was responsible of tax operations configuring Value-Added Tax (VAT) and Excise Tax (IEPS) codes for Mexico in SAP using the VERTEX engine, including compliance with local tax regulations for more than 3,000 SKUs across various product categories, including consumer electronics, high caloric products, insurance policies of extension warranty, prepaid phone cards, digital platforms, and video game gift cards. I collaborated closely with IT and Finance to validate product classifications and ensure correct tax payments in accordance with Mexican tax laws and, I supported ongoing maintenance and testing of SAP-VERTEX tax configurations to adapt to changes in legislation and product offerings, reducing audit risks and improving reporting accuracy.
- I Collaborated with the IT team in optimizing the electronic invoicing process for customers, reducing the average issuance time from 15 minutes to real-time, including integration with the e-commerce platform. My role involved validating that e-invoices complied with the requirements of Annex 20 of the Miscellaneous Tax Resolution, and participating in user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure correct issuance
- Achievements: I stablish a solid process for VAT, eliminating potential risks for setting up products at SAP wrongly. Also, I improved customer satisfaction scores by overhauling customer service protocols and training staff in customer engagement technique for e-invoicing. Finally, I led the successful negotiation of the 2011 tax audit with SAT, achieving the acceptance of MXN $250 million in deductions that had initially been challenged by the authority.
Tax Manager
AIG Seguros México
07.2011 - 09.2015
- Main activities: (1) Responsible to overseeing the local tax compliance and fillings for the 3 companies of the group in Mexico (IT, VAT, Withholding taxes); (2) Reporting of the quarterly income tax provision under ASC740 (Effective tax Rate analysis, analysis for creation reserves of uncertain tax positions (FIN48), valuation allowance analysis, rollover of current and deferred tax balances); (3) Responsible to manage and overseeing the tax operations of digital invoice and VAT challenges; (4) I Participated in the migration project of the VAT compliance process for Mexico to the Finance Shared Services Center in Bogotá, Colombia; my responsibilities included preparing the VAT calculation process manual, training the Colombian finance team, and implementing the transition through shadowing and ongoing supervision to ensure a successful handover. (5) I managed tax audits of income tax and VAT opened by Tax Administration of fiscal years 2008 to 2012.
- Achievements: (1) I successfully led the implementation of electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) in accordance with local tax regulations. Oversaw end to end project management, including regulatory analysis, system integration with ERP platforms, coordinated with IT, Customer center, Finance and Legal departments. (2) Also, I successfully managed the implementation of the 2015 VAT reform, which included a 1% increase in the standard VAT rate mandated by tax authorities. Led cross-functional efforts to update billing systems, adjust accounting procedures, and ensure compliance across all operations. Delivered the project on time with zero compliance issues, safeguarding the company from tax penalties and maintaining operational continuity. (3) Successfully managed tax audits initiated by the Mexican tax authorities (SAT) for fiscal years 2008 to 2012. The audits focused on income tax and value-added tax (VAT) compliance. Led the defense strategy, coordinated the preparation of supporting documentation, and collaborated closely with internal stakeholders. The audits concluded with no findings or adjustments, confirming the accuracy of tax calculations and the strength of the company’s tax compliance processes.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Certified Public Accounting
Instituto Politécnico Nacional, ESCA Tepepan Campus
01.1989 - 1 1993
Master's Degree in Taxation -
UDLAP Jenkins Graduate School
01.2018 - 1 2020
Skills
Strong organizational skills
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION
- CPA Certification CENEVAL / AMCPDF, January 2023.
- “Agile Leadership”, KPMG, November 2023.
- “Leadership” – AIG 2015.
- “Leadership teamwork” Workshop, Universidad Iberoamericana, 2009.
Timeline
Senior Tax Accounting
Vinmar (Temporary Project Covering a Maternity Leave)
10.2024 - 04.2025
Senior Tax Manager
KPMG (Temporary Project)
05.2023 - 12.2023
Controller
Grupo Jinim (temporary Project, the Company Laid Off Staff)
03.2022 - 12.2022
Finance Director
Key Business Process Solutions (Temporary Project)
07.2020 - 08.2021
Master's Degree in Taxation -
UDLAP Jenkins Graduate School
01.2018 - 1 2020
Regional Tax Manager
Marsh & McLennan Companies
11.2016 - 04.2020
Taxation Manager
Best Buy Mexico
09.2015 - 11.2016
Tax Manager
AIG Seguros México
07.2011 - 09.2015
Bachelor's degree - Certified Public Accounting
Instituto Politécnico Nacional, ESCA Tepepan Campus
01.1989 - 1 1993
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