Bruno Ferro
Munich
Summary
Business Administrator with expertise in Capital Markets, FP&A, Audit & Assurance, and Consulting. Proven ability to provide strategic insights, optimize efficiency, and drive growth in financial institutions, technology, and consulting sectors. Skilled in financial modeling, data analysis, and leveraging emerging technologies to drive business innovation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Controller
Max Planck Institute Generalverwaltung
01.2025 - Current
- Lead Financial Planning & Analysis for IT Operations, managing a €32 million budget, achieving annual cost savings of 18% through effective financial planning and forecasting.
- Perform cost control and variance analysis to identify and address discrepancies.
- Prepare financial reports to support strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate with Stakeholders, working with 6+ department heads to improve resource allocation by 15%.
- Manage SAP Tools for Data Tracking, enhancing data accuracy by 20%, reducing reporting time by 30%.
Financial Controller
Longevity Partners GmbH
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Led the full financial cycle, including Financial Planning & Analysis and financial reporting, resulting in 20% improvement in forecast accuracy within 6 months.
- Managed accounting processes, ensuring compliance with German regulations and IFRS standards.
- Monitored cash flow, expenses, and cost control measures, reducing operational costs by 15% through effective budgeting.
- Analyzed financial data and KPIs to provide strategic insights that drove performance improvements.
- Coordinated internal audits and implemented process optimizations, reducing the monthly closing time from 10 to 5 days and enhancing reporting accuracy by 30%.
Investment Management Professional
Deloitte GmbH
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Conducted audits for € 3 billion portfolios, ensuring 100% compliance with Capital Requirements Regulation (CRR) and Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) standards.
- Analyzed capital adequacy and liquidity positions, identifying risk exposure reductions of 15% through strategic adjustments.
- Performed stress testing and scenario analysis to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities.
- Provided recommendations for improving internal controls and mitigating regulatory risks.
- Collaborated with clients, improving reporting accuracy by 28% and ensuring timely submission of regulatory filings.
Financial Planning & Analysis - Analyst
Telefónica Brasil S.A.
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Contributed to the analysis and management of a $10 million investment fund, focusing on budgeting and performance analysis.
- Assisted in developing and tracking KPIs (ROI, LTV, Churn) to support strategic decision-making.
- Collaborated with senior executives to implement cost-control measures and improve financial efficiency.
Fixed Income Sales - Junior Analyst
Santander Bank
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Structured and executed the distribution of over 100 bonds, debentures, and commercial papers for corporate clients, totaling €1.5 billion in value.
- Analyzed market trends and pricing strategies, supporting clients in raising capital through €800 million in bond issuances.
- Assisted in the development of bond issuance strategies, including syndication and book-building processes.
- Maintained strong relationships with over 50 institutional investors, providing market insights that boosted sales performance by 20%.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulatory standards in the structuring and distribution process.
Procurement - LATAM Intern
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
02.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted with procurement processes, purchase orders, and supplier contracts, supporting the team in smooth operations.
- Contributed to the negotiation process of a $6 million office lease and helped improve reporting efficiency in 15%
- Supported the use of SAP Ariba to manage vendor contracts and optimize supplier relationships.
Education
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie
São Paulo, SP06.2019
Capital Markets - Investment Banking Program
Saint Paul Business School
São Paulo, SP02.2018
CPA 20 -
ANBIMA
Sao Paulo, SP02.2018
Exchange Program -
Vancouver English Language School
Vancouver, BC12.2014
Skills
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- KPI Development and Performance Analysis
- Risk Assessment, Data Analysis and Internal Audits
- Compliance, SAP and Product Structuring
- MS Office, DATEV, and Financial Modeling
- Client Relationship Management
- Fixed Income Products, Equity, and Debt
Languages
German
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Timeline
Financial Controller
Max Planck Institute Generalverwaltung
01.2025 - Current
Financial Controller
Longevity Partners GmbH
10.2023 - 08.2024
Investment Management Professional
Deloitte GmbH
03.2023 - 09.2023
Financial Planning & Analysis - Analyst
Telefónica Brasil S.A.
08.2020 - 06.2021
Fixed Income Sales - Junior Analyst
Santander Bank
05.2018 - 05.2020
Procurement - LATAM Intern
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
02.2017 - 05.2018
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie
Capital Markets - Investment Banking Program
Saint Paul Business School
CPA 20 -
ANBIMA
Exchange Program -
Vancouver English Language School
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