Lourdes Fernandez Vindas

Led concurrent digital global transformation and SAP S/4HANA implementation projects across 15+ countries, coordinating business, functional, and technical teams. Built and led a global implementation team of 19 project managers, team leads, and subject matter experts, achieving 97% on-time delivery.

Managed project portfolio for Continuous Improvement initiatives supporting Finance Shared Services teams, including I2P, B2R, B2C, HR, and Master Data. Led end-to-end implementation and delivery of SaaS solutions (Salesforce), coordinating cross-functional teams and achieving 98% on-time resolution rate.

Led the transition of North American accounting and financial operations to the Shared Service Center in Costa Rica, ensuring business continuity and regulatory compliance. Built and developed a team of 27 professionals, conducting performance evaluations and career development planning.

Led a team of 15 finance professionals managing General Accounting operations for North American entities. Oversaw Record-to-Report operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial close, reporting, reconciliations, and compliance with IFRS and corporate policies.

Managed VAT and tax reporting for North America, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.

Handled payroll accounting for North American entities, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.

Master's in Strategic HR and Change Management from Barcelona Executive Business School.

Bachelor's in Accounting and Finance from Universidad Metropolitana Castro Carazo.

Postgraduate Specialization in Taxation from Colegio de Contadores Privados de Costa Rica.

Technical Degree in Accounting and Finance from COTEPECOS.

SCRUM Master Certification from CertiProf LLS.

Incorporated Private Accountant (CPI) certification from Colegio de Contadores Privados de Costa Rica in 2009.