Manufacturing
Oil, Gas, and Mining
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Professional Services
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María Chaires

Finance Leader | FP&A, Strategic Planning & Financial Modelling | Global Operations | SAP FI/CO | MB

About Me

Economist and Global MBA with 15+ years of experience in financial planning, cost accounting, budgeting, controlling, and commercial finance within global manufacturing and distribution environments. Proven track record supporting business planning and financial strategy across multinational organizations, including companies from Taiwan, Japan, the US, and Korea, primarily within the automotive and industrial sectors. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams of 6+ members and driving financial processes that support operational efficiency and profitability. International experience includes academic exposure in Canada, as well as being selected for global assignments in South Korea (Hyundai Mobis) and on-site roles in Switzerland and France, while also operating within a Shared Service Center supporting European finance operations from Mexico. Recognized for strong analytical capabilities, hands-on leadership style, and the ability to translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights for decision-making. Additionally, brings entrepreneurial experience through family business development, strengthening commercial and strategic perspective.

Jurisdiction

Mexico

Notable Employer

  • Finance and Logistics Supervisor at NES Limited

Experience

Seniority LevelMid-Senior level
Years of Experience10-15 years
Current StatusActive
Project ControllerÉpica Instalaciones
2025 - 2026

Led financial control of projects, ensuring profitability, cost efficiency, and compliance with internal policies Monitored project performance through financial reporting, variance analysis, and cost tracking Partnered with operations to align financial results with project execution and business objectives Delivered financial insights to support decision-making and improve project margins Strengthened financial governance by implementing control and compliance frameworks

Finance and Logistics SupervisorNotableNES Limited
2022 - 2024

First collaborator for the startup of the plant in Mexico: Nes-Ruis Mexico Corp SA de CV.: - Establishment of the plant: General Services, Legal Process, inscription to authorities SAT, IMSS, Immigration Institute. - Planning HR and establishment the internal policies - Launch EHS procedures to start the operation complying with STPSS, Civil Protection, etc. - Foreign Exchange transactions like shipments and imports of machinery and equipment, and start foreign trade certifications such as IMMEX, import permit including sensitive mat. - AP Payments, establishment of payroll, accounting and tax books. - Financial Reporting to Hong Kong and Taiwan, as well as Inventory

Education

Masters of International Commmerce, Global Administration.Thunderbird School of Global Management
2012 - 2014
Degree of AccountingUniversidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico
2026 - Present
Degree of EconomicsUniversidad Autonoma de Nuevo León
2001 - 2006

Skills

Core skills0
Languages2

Languages

Spanish
English