Evelin Hinestroza

Evelin Hinestroza

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  • About me

    Accounting| Insurance | Solvency II |ESG | COP 28 Hack For Earth Award winner|Venture Cup Sweden Regional Finalist 2024

  • Education

    • Sundsvalls Gymnasium

      2007 - 2010
      High School SOCIAL SCIENCES
    • Universität Zürich

      2016 - 2017
      Master's degree (30 ECTS) Exchange program

      Studied 30 ECTS as an exchange student in Zürich, Switzerland. The experience not only gave me the ability to confront challenges outside of my comfort zone but it also enabled me to fully understand other cultures.Among the courses that I undertook as an exchange student were:-Sustainable finance-Global strategic management-Swiss history- International corporate Law-Big data & marketing

    • Mid Sweden University

      2010 - 2011
      Bachelor's degree (60 ECTS) Natural Sciences

      Studied 60 ECTS of science related courses like:- Physics 1- Chemistry 1- Biology 1- Physics 2- Chemistry 2- Biology 2

    • Stockholm School of Business

      2023 - 2024
      Sustainability for accountants Sustainability

      Sustainability studies speacialized for accounting professionals and CFOs.

    • Umeå universitet

      2015 - 2017
      Master of Science - MS (120 ECTS) Accounting

      Activities and Societies: - Unga aktiesparare (The Young Stock savers association) Studied a Master's Degree in Accounting at Umeå University. Undertook courses in:- Advanced Financial Accounting (7,5 ECTS)- Advanced Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation (7,5 ECTS)- Advanced Auditing (7,5 ECTS)- Advanced Management Accounting (7,5 ECTS)- Financial Markets and Institutions (7,5 ECTS)- Financial Planning (7,5 ECTS)

    • Mittuniversitetet

      2012 - 2015
      Bachelor of Science - BS (180 ECTS) Business Administration

      Studied Bachelor's degree at Mid Sweden University in Sundsvall. After three years of studies, I was awarded a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a specialization in accounting and auditing. Besides accounting and auditing, I also took courses in:- Corporate Finance 7,5 ECTS- Macro/Microeconomics 30 ECTS- Organizational leadership 7,5 ECTS- Budgeting and calculations 7,5 ECTS- Law 15 ECTS- Swedish Tax law… Show more Studied Bachelor's degree at Mid Sweden University in Sundsvall. After three years of studies, I was awarded a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a specialization in accounting and auditing. Besides accounting and auditing, I also took courses in:- Corporate Finance 7,5 ECTS- Macro/Microeconomics 30 ECTS- Organizational leadership 7,5 ECTS- Budgeting and calculations 7,5 ECTS- Law 15 ECTS- Swedish Tax law 7,5 ECTS- Business English 7,5 ECTS Show less

  • Experience

    • Com Hem AB

      Aug 2014 - Mar 2015
      Technical Support

      Worked in the technical support department full-time in the summer of 2014 and part-time throughout my bachelor's degree studies. My primary responsibilities included handling call flows and assisting customers in resolving their technical issues. This experience enhanced my communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.

    • Centrala studiestödsnämnden CSN

      Oct 2014 - Nov 2014
      Accounting Intern

      CSN is a governmental organization which provides studentloans as well student aid in Sweden. I was able to be a full time intern at the headquarters economic department in Sundsvall. My main tasks included bookeeping, controlling and analyzing financial reports.

    • Child and Youth Finance International

      Jan 2017 - Mar 2017
      Network Advisory Services Intern

      Interned at the Child and Youth Finance International, an NGO focusing on financial literacy. As a Network Advisory intern, I assisted the organization in:- Recruiting stakeholders from Latin America and the Caribbean.- Researching financial literacy in the above-mentioned regions.- Writing and translating articles in Spanish, Swedish, and English.- Assisting in the launch of Global Money Week of 2017.

    • SCA – a leading industrial ecosystem

      Jun 2017 - Dec 2017
      Junior Accountant

      SCA is Europe’s largest private forest owner with 2.6 million hectares of forest in Northern Sweden. I mainly worked as an accounting assistant and reported directly to the company´s CFO. My core tasks included: - Bookkeeping.- Managing accounts payables and accounts receivables.- Payments.- Contacted clients regarding their accounts.- General administrative tasks.

    • Deskjockeys

      Feb 2018 - Aug 2018
      Audit Associate

      Desk jockeys is an award-winning audit-/accounting firm located in Sweden and Finland. My assignments as an audit associate included: - Ensuring the collection of relevant accounting documents. - Analyzing accounting data, financial statements, corporate routines and making sure these were in line with Swedish GAAP.

    • TMF Group

      Sept 2018 - Feb 2020

      Supervised the company's entry-level junior accountants and ensured they acquired the necessary skills to progress to a mid level accounting position. My tasks included: -Technical reviews of the bookkeeping -Familiarizing the juniors with the client portfolio - Ensuring they acquired proper knowledge in Swedish GAWP.-ERP software training TMF Group is part of the world's leading providers of business administrative services. In my role as an accountant for a Swedish company, I managed over 15 companies, primarily focused on the aviation industry. My main responsibilities included: - Account reconciliation- Bank reconciliation - VAT reporting- General bookkeeping- Employer contribution- Invoicing- Monthly reporting-Assisting the head accountant in monthly and yearly end closing.

      • Accounting line Manager

        Oct 2019 - Feb 2020
      • Junior Accountant

        Sept 2018 - Feb 2020
    • Bambino Mam AB

      Jan 2020 - Jan 2022
      Accountant

      In my role as an accountant, I held primary responsibilities for bank, tax, and balance sheet reconciliation. This included the meticulous maintenance of payment, receipt, and other transaction records, as well as the verification of vendor statements. I managed all accounts payable and receivables correspondence, prepared and distributed invoices, and provided assistance to the CFO in preparing management accounts and financial statements.

    • UNLEASH - Innovation lab for SDGs

      Jul 2021 - Jul 2021
      Talent for SDG 11 and 13

      Selected from hundreds of applicants to part take in an air pollution hackathon in India, with a focus on devising innovative solutions to address Sustainable Development Goals 11 and 13. Our team successfully reached the finals, presenting an idea centered on addressing agricultural waste disposal in Punjab. The primary objective was to establish a market-based solution, enabling farmers to sell their agricultural waste. Our argument emphasized that while biomass poses a challenge, it also holds the potential to be part of the solution. Show less

    • Marsh McLennan

      Jan 2022 - now

      In my role, I handle both local and international clients as a Captive Manager. Key responsibilities involve systematically verifying and auditing accounts, independently preparing monthly, quarterly management accounts and preparing Financial statements. collaborating with auditors for year end, and ensuring timely delivery of Solvency II reporting to the Swedish FSA. Additionally, I contribute to the finance team and actively participate in the company's ESG/sustainability group, focusing on ensuring clients adhere to local regulatory requirements related to ESG. Show less

      • Senior accountant, Captive insurance Manager

        Apr 2023 - now
      • Accountant Captive insurance manager

        Jan 2022 - Apr 2023
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Evelin Hinestroza
      Build for Earth Acceleration Program Hack for Earth Jan 2024 After a successful win at the COP 28th Hack for earth, the Agri Azola team proceeded to the a 6 month entrepreneurial training with Build for the Earth Acceleration program. Build for Earth's mission is to assist Hack for Earth winners in developing tangible tools for societal benefit. Leveraging research and global innovation proficiency in sustainable innovation, the acceleration program is tailored to the specific needs of the eight winning solutions. The program is meticulously coordinated… Show more After a successful win at the COP 28th Hack for earth, the Agri Azola team proceeded to the a 6 month entrepreneurial training with Build for the Earth Acceleration program. Build for Earth's mission is to assist Hack for Earth winners in developing tangible tools for societal benefit. Leveraging research and global innovation proficiency in sustainable innovation, the acceleration program is tailored to the specific needs of the eight winning solutions. The program is meticulously coordinated and executed in collaboration with Hack for Earth's partner community. In this program winners will not only learn how to pitch their winning solution to potential investors but also gain skills in:- Business planning, financial modelling, strategy- Advanced automation and controls- Team work- Networking and partnership- Start up growth Show less
    • Awarded to Evelin Hinestroza
      1st place COP 28 Hack For Earth water challenge winner Hack for Earth Dec 2023 Achieved 1st place at COP 28 in the Water Challenge category. Our idea, Agri Azola, adresses Egypt's water scarcity by providing a sustainable solution for animal feed production. Our promotion of Azola supports the crucial shift towards water-efficient, environmentally responsible, and climate-resilient agricultural practices, safeguarding Egypt's agriculture sector in the face of ongoing water scarcity issues.Co-autorship with Waleed Jafari, Jamilu Ibrahim Richifa and Konstantinos… Show more Achieved 1st place at COP 28 in the Water Challenge category. Our idea, Agri Azola, adresses Egypt's water scarcity by providing a sustainable solution for animal feed production. Our promotion of Azola supports the crucial shift towards water-efficient, environmentally responsible, and climate-resilient agricultural practices, safeguarding Egypt's agriculture sector in the face of ongoing water scarcity issues.Co-autorship with Waleed Jafari, Jamilu Ibrahim Richifa and Konstantinos Pardalis. Show less
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Sustainable travel ambassador

      Issued by Schyst resande on Dec 2019
      Schyst resandeAssociated with Evelin Hinestroza
    • International Volunteer

      Issued by Escuela Camilo Cienfuegos on Oct 2009
      Escuela Camilo CienfuegosAssociated with Evelin Hinestroza
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Stiftelsen Internationella Företagare i Sverige on Mar 2021
      Stiftelsen Internationella Företagare i SverigeAssociated with Evelin Hinestroza
    • Board member

      Issued by Föreningen för utvecklingsfrågor (FUF) on Mar 2022
      Föreningen för utvecklingsfrågor (FUF)Associated with Evelin Hinestroza