Financial Reporting Internal Controls

GUSTAVO GUEVARA

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Senior Finance Controller & International Commodity Trader with 15+ years of experience in oil & gas, energy trading, and corporate finance across multinational organizations in the U.S. and Latin America. Expert in P&L; attribution, valuation control, hedge accounting, and IFRS/US GAAP reporting, with a strong record of aligning finance operations with front-office trading. Skilled at SAP/ERP implementations, internal controls, cash flow optimization, and risk management strategies. Proven ability to lead cross-border teams, negotiate multimillion-dollar commodity contracts, and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting that drives executive decision-making.

EDUCATION

Master in Oil Fundamentals and Oil & Gas Accounting – University of Texas at Austin Bachelor of Science in Accounting – Venezuela

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

International Commodity Trader (Consulting Projects) Plotus Global / DTS, Houston, TX — 2024–2025

• Executed consulting mandates in crude oil, refined products, and metals trading, ensuring compliance with OFAC/EU/UN regulations.

• Negotiated and executed contracts exceeding $500M across LATAM and U.S. markets.

• Delivered market analysis and financial insight supporting trading strategies and commercial growth. Finance Controller – Latin America

Weatherford, Venezuela/Houston — 2012–2020

• Led full-cycle financial operations, including month-end close, forecasting, and budgeting for a $200M regional business.

• Implemented SAP FI/CO modules, improving reporting accuracy by 30% and reducing manual reconciliations by 50%.

• Strengthened internal controls and compliance with IFRS/US GAAP, passing multiple external audits with no material findings.

• Partnered with commercial and operations teams to optimize cash flow and reduce idle capital by $15M. Accounting & Finance Roles

Various Companies, Venezuela — 2005–2012

• Managed corporate accounting, payroll, and tax compliance for mid-size oilfield service companies.

• Delivered accurate monthly financial reporting and supported business expansion into new markets. KEY SKILLS

P&L; Attribution • Product Control • Valuation / Mark-to-Market • Hedge Accounting • SAP (FI/CO/MM/SD) • IFRS / US GAAP • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;) • Cash Flow Optimization • Risk & Compliance (SOX, OFAC, EU, UN) • Cross-Border Financial Leadership • Internal Controls • Audit & Treasury Management

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