Diego Enrique Uvalle Tovar
Collierville
Summary
Finance Professional with strong background in data governance, financial reporting, and SAP systems. Over 10 years of experience in corporate finance and accounting roles with multinational companies, including International Paper. Proven ability to manage financial master data, lead process improvements, and ensure compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and SOX standards. Experienced in SAP ECC and Business Warehouse, with a focus on enhancing data quality, reporting accuracy, and system integration in finance operations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Fixed Assets Accountant
International Paper
04.2024 - Current
- Manage the accounting and reporting of fixed assets, ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Maintain the asset master data, including asset capitalization, transfers, and disposals within SAP.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing detailed reports and reconciliations.
- Collaborate with finance and operations teams to ensure accurate asset tracking and lifecycle management.
Finance Manager
C.R. England de Mexico
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed accounting organizational strategies by contributing financial analysis and recommendations to strategic direction.
- Delivered timely and accurate financial processing, month end close, and cash management reports.
- Provided financial projections and coordinated budget/forecast preparation.
Lead Accountant
Grupo ABC Mexico
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Performed payroll, tax payment, and benefits calculations for 3 operational locations.
- Collected, analyzed and reconciled payroll and benefit data, including CFDI and tax withholdings.
- Supported the merger of two entities and provided information for external audits.
Accounting Manager
International Paper Mexico
02.2018 - 05.2021
- Led the financial close and reporting process across three legal entities, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with NIF, and US GAAP.
- Supported data integrity and governance by monitoring internal controls aligned with SOX and corporate policy, identifying risks and implementing mitigation plans.
- Collaborated with finance and IT teams to enhance master data processes and ensure accurate intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
- Conducted cost and variance analysis (COGS), budgeting, and forecasting, contributing to improved financial planning and data-based decision making.
- Worked closely with auditors and business stakeholders across 13 locations to deliver high-quality external audit packages.
- Managed and developed a team of 3 accounting professionals, promoting standardization and process improvements.
General Accountant
International Paper Mexico
08.2016 - 02.2018
- Managed financial statements for the Service Company, payroll and benefits accounting.
- Handled intercompany billing and account reconciliation in compliance with tax requirements.
Plant Finance Analyst
International Paper Mexico
12.2013 - 07.2016
Auditor-Staff
PwC Mexico
12.2011 - 10.2013
- Performed risk-based audits, assessed compliance and recommended improvements to processes and systems.
Education
B.A. - Accounting
Universidad de Guanajuato
Guanajuato12.2011
Skills
- SAP ECC
- Fixed asset accounting
- Process Improvement & Internal Controls (SOX)
- Intercompany transactions
- Financial Reporting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Microsoft Excel
- Critical Thinking
- Team Leadership
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Fixed Assets Accountant
International Paper
04.2024 - Current
Finance Manager
C.R. England de Mexico
08.2022 - 01.2024
Lead Accountant
Grupo ABC Mexico
05.2021 - 08.2022
Accounting Manager
International Paper Mexico
02.2018 - 05.2021
General Accountant
International Paper Mexico
08.2016 - 02.2018
Plant Finance Analyst
International Paper Mexico
12.2013 - 07.2016
Auditor-Staff
PwC Mexico
12.2011 - 10.2013
B.A. - Accounting
Universidad de Guanajuato
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