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Carlos Hugo
Sanz Cantero
Financial Management and International Project Control Specialist
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About me

  • I am a financial management and administration professional with extensive international experience in engineering, construction, energy, and aviation projects. I have led multicultural teams and managed operations in Africa, Europe, and Latin America, participating in large-scale projects, including one valued at 450 million USD.

    My background includes cost control, budgeting, financial reporting, and treasury management, with a strong focus on tax compliance and process optimization. I am proficient in ERP tools such as SAP, Microsoft Navision, and Axapta, as well as advanced Excel, Power Query, and Power Pivot.

    My goal is to add value to organizations through efficient management, data analysis, and leadership in complex projects. I am motivated to continue developing solutions that improve business profitability and sustainability.

Training
  • MBA – Master in Business Administration
    • UNIR
      01-2021 - In progress
  • Secondary Education Certificate
    • IES Emilio Ferrari
  • Big Data and Business Intelligence
    • Femxa
      01-2026 - 08-2026
    150 hours
  • Introduction to International Cooperation
    • Red Cross
      01-2022 - 12-2022
  • Disasters
    • Red Cross
      01-2022 - 12-2022
  • Understanding Transnational Organized Crime
    • UNODC
      01-2022 - 12-2022
    150 hours
  • Anti-Corruption and Human Rights
    • UNITAR
      01-2021 - 12-2021
  • System of Environmental-Economic Accounting – SEEA (150 h)
    • UN
      01-2021 - 12-2021
    Course completed in 2021 with a duration of 150 hours
  • Prevention of Fraud and Corruption in the United Nations
    • UN
      01-2021 - 12-2021
    Course completed in 2021
  • English C1
    • University of Valladolid
      01-2019 - 12-2019
    Certification obtained in 2019
  • 84th Course on the European Union (200 h)
    • Diplomatic School
      01-2015 - 12-2015
    Course completed in 2015 with a duration of 200 hours
  • English B2
    • EF Chicago
      01-2014 - 12-2014
    Certification obtained in 2014
  • Specialist in Air Operations (240 h)
    • Ryanair
      01-2006 - 12-2006
    Course completed in 2006 with a duration of 240 hours
  • Office Automation (150 h)
    • Valladolid Confederation of Employers
      01-2001 - 12-2001
    Course completed in 2001 with a duration of 150 hours
  • Bachelor's Degree in Economics and Business Administration – Commercial Management
    • University of Valladolid
      01-1994 - 12-2000
Skills
  • Communication skills
    Stakeholder communication, Banking relations, Relations with ministries and public administrations, Negotiation, Personnel selection, and Effective communication

    Effective communication with stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams

    Negotiation and conflict resolution skills

    Ability to explain financial reports and economic results

    Active listening in meetings and negotiations

    Adaptability in communication with different interlocutors

    Clear and concise presentation of reports and projects

    Persuasion and leadership skills in work teams

  • Organization and management skills
    Team leadership, Team management, Internal coordination, Administrative and document management, Financial planning, Project management, Team coordination, Contract administration, and Organization
  • Job-related skills
    Financial management, Financial control, Project finance, Budgeting and forecasting, Cost control, Treasury management, Financial reporting, Accounting and consolidation, Tax compliance, Purchasing and supply chain, KPI and variance analysis, Internal and external auditing, Stock management, Reconciliations, Cost analysis, Budget preparation, Financial planning, Budget control, Payroll management, Supplier management, Liquidity management, Collections management, Debt recovery management, Discrepancy investigation and resolution, Teamwork, Adaptability, Initiative, Proactivity, Results orientation, Team supervision, Management of administrative and construction staff, Management of construction certifications, Strategic relationship management, Relations with authorities, Relations with financial institutions, Relations with ministries, Client and supplier relationship management, International financial operations management, Administrative operations management, Internal process management, Process design and implementation, Office opening management, Airport operations management, Debt recovery management, Payment negotiation, Field collections coordination, and Deviation supervision
  • IT skills
    SAP, Microsoft Navision ERP, Axapta, Advanced Excel, Power Query, Power Pivot, MRP systems, Cost control dashboards, Financial reporting, KPI analysis, Data management and protection, and Office automation
Carlos Hugo
Sanz Cantero
Financial Management and International Project Control Specialist
Experience
  • Chief Financial and Administrative Officer
    • Eurofinsa
      09-2016 - 12-2025
    Led administrative and financial operations at branch offices, managing a team of 20 employees. Oversaw financial and accounting activities including monthly closing, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cost control. Managed treasury, national and international client and supplier accounts, reconciliations, and cash flow control. Administered AXAPTA, personnel selection and human resources management for administrative and site staff, and subcontractor contracts. Coordinated purchasing, stock control and inventories, and administrative follow-up of construction certifications. Maintained strategic relationships with ministries, public administrations, local advisors, and banks for permits, taxation, and project administration. Directed financial and administrative operations supporting the development and construction of embassies for the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with projects valued at 30 million USD per embassy.
  • Financial Controller
    • Isolux Kenya & Ethiopia / Consorcio Siemens
      03-2016 - 09-2016
    Responsible for local administration and finance in a 450 million USD international project funded by the World Bank and the African Development Bank. Supervised monthly accounting closing, reporting to headquarters, and selection of administrative and site personnel. Controlled costs, monthly income and expense analysis, cash flow, and project financial performance. Developed a local accounting system for integration with SAP and other MRP systems using Scrum methodology. Ensured local tax compliance, bank and cash reconciliations, budget control, and variance analysis based on KPIs.
  • Finance and Administration Manager
    • Grupo Cobra Camerún
      07-2008 - 12-2013
    Led financial and administrative functions for three electrical projects with a combined value of 35 million euros. Prepared financial reporting, local accounting and monthly closing, and consolidated accounts with headquarters using Microsoft Navision ERP. Managed treasury, project liquidity, local taxes, internal and external audits, construction certifications, and client collections. Prepared budgets and executive reports and performed cost analysis using advanced Excel, Power Query, and Power Pivot. Developed relationships with financial institutions, the Treasury Ministry, and the Ministry of Finance of Cameroon.
  • Financial Controller
    • Bravo Air Congo
      02-2007 - 07-2008
    Designed and implemented internal processes for accounting, financial planning, and cost control. Prepared monthly budgets, analyzed profit and loss statements, and controlled variances, with special focus on fuel costs and payroll. Led accounting, treasury, and cost control functions, supervising a team of 50 within a workforce of 500. Managed payroll, banking relationships, suppliers, purchasing, taxation, and financial reporting. Supported the company’s international expansion and the opening of ticket management offices in Paris and Brussels.
  • Administrative Manager
    • Ryanair
      08-2006 - 02-2007
    Managed administrative and financial functions at Valladolid airport station. Supervised financial information and reporting to headquarters in Dublin. Controlled ticket sales revenue and accounts payable for catering, ground handling, and fuel suppliers. Prepared accounting and financial statements and supported airport operations.
  • Gaming Floor Manager
    • Inversiones 33
      07-2005 - 03-2006
    Established management and control systems and handled daily reconciliations and cash collection for gaming machines and cashier operations. Supervised a staff of 500 across three shifts and coordinated collection and floor teams. Managed suppliers, warehouses, regulatory compliance, treasury, and relations with authorities.
  • Cash Manager
    • Securitas
      01-2003 - 12-2004
    Managed, verified, and reconciled cash for ATMs daily. Investigated and resolved discrepancies between cash received and processed and supervised variances.
  • Corporate Debt Collection Manager
    • Castellana de Ingesco
      01-2001 - 12-2003
    Located debtors, negotiated payments, and managed files for the legal department. Coordinated field collections and achieved monthly collection targets within a team of 10 people.
Languages
  • English
    Level: C1
  • French
    Level: C1
  • Spanish
    Level: C2