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Melisa Aranda

Mexico City

Summary

Experienced in leading people and develop talent. Passionate about working with people and lead them through multiple deliverables and tough deadlines.


Detail-oriented data quality auditor.


Facility to develop and implement projects as well as to expose results and transmiting key messages.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Accountant Team Leader

Swiss Re
08.2018 - Current
  • Leading the accounting team for South Cone and Andean reinsurance markets, tracking deliverables of 10 reporters in a timely and accurate way.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy. Ensure accounts of more than 200 clients are issued in a timely and accurate manner, in adherence to contractual terms, internal procedures and taxation laws.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Collaborate in create and present reports and insigths for key stakeholders across diferent countries (Colombia, Brazil).
  • Enhanced clients satisfaction by resolving reconciliation of balances and disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Supported department objectives by participating in cross-functional projects with other departments and regions as needed. More recent projects: global capability assessment, global guidelines alignment and WFT automation.
  • Coordination of onboarding process for new employees.
  • Leading talent and development program for the team. Ensure alignment between local and global guidelines and facilitate trainings as per team needs.


Technical Accountant I

Swiss Re
12.2016 - 07.2018
  • Responsible of managing reinsurance accounts of Mexican clients (analysis of treaty terms, financial reporting and cash collection).
  • Ensure financial operations were in compliance with local and global procedures.
  • Understanding client needs and ensuring agile responses.
  • Collaborating in projects with colleagues of other countries.

Education

Bachelor of Accounting -

Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México (UNAM)
Mexico City, Mexico
02.2016

Skills

  • Exceptional communication and networking skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and with multiple deliverables
  • Attention to the details and problem solving mindset
  • Financial Analysis
  • Performance Management
  • Advance power point and intermediate excel knowledge

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Portuguese
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Technical Accountant Team Leader

Swiss Re
08.2018 - Current

Technical Accountant I

Swiss Re
12.2016 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Accounting -

Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México (UNAM)
Melisa Aranda