María José Madriz

Experience

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  Perenco

  Oct 1999 - Sept 2004

  Treasury Assistant

  I was responsible for a range of financial tasks, including managing payroll, processing payments, and handling multi-currency transactions. My role required a strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.• Payroll Management: Processed payroll for expatriate staff, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.• Payment Processing: Issued multi-currency transfers, checks, and payments to vendors.• Financial Reporting: Prepared petty cash reports, received and processed invoices, and provided cash flow projections.• Currency Exchange: Managed the buying and selling of currencies and ensured proper accounting for all transactions.• Tax Compliance: Handled tax payments and ensured adherence to regulatory requirements. Show less

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  Educational and Commercial Consulting and Research

  Dec 2004 - Apr 2005

  Project Subdirector

  I was responsible for overseeing project research, strategy design, planning, implementation, and coordination in the educational and commercial sectors. Additionally, I conducted evaluations, followed up on project outcomes.• Project Design and Implementation: Led the design, planning, and coordination of projects, ensuring smooth execution and alignment with objectives.• Managed and developed various frameworks for re-eligible sub projects such as "Training for Trainers," "Microenterprise Development," "Childcare Centres," and incentives for companies hiring ex-inmates. Show less

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  BENESTAR

  Jul 2005 - May 2009

  Office Manager

  As Office Manager, I ensured the smooth running of office operations by managing a variety of administrative, financial, and logistical tasks.• Treasury Management: Oversaw cash flow, budget tracking, and treasury operations.• Expense Control: Reviewed and controlled administrative costs to optimize efficiency.• Logistics and Supply Management: Managed office logistics and supplies procurement.• Administrative Process Development: Developed and implemented efficient administrative processes.• Market Analysis Support: Contributed to market research, competitive analysis, and profitability assessments for new projects.• Human Resources Management: Managed recruitment, onboarding, and HR policy implementation. Show less

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  Grupo Entero

  May 2009 - now

  As the Chief Accountability Officer at Grupo Entero, my role involves overseeing and ensuring the execution of board decisions across the company's business units. I drive accountability through implementing systems and processes that promote a culture of responsibility and interdependence, contributing to the organization's strategic objectives.Key responsibilities include:Coordinating and managing the implementation of board directives and ensuring their alignment with strategic goals.Organizing and facilitating board meetings, including preparing agendas, consolidating information, and documenting outcomes.Monitoring critical performance indicators and providing regular reports on board activities and strategic initiatives.Collaborating with CEOs and other executive team members to ensure effective communication and execution of decisions.Leading initiatives to refine and improve the board's governance processes, including refining the prototype for board structure and developing annual agendas.Organizing retreats and individual coaching sessions to support board development and strengthen interdependence.Ensuring compliance with company policies and maintaining high standards of confidentiality and discretion. Show less My primary responsibility was to foster a culture of achievement and interdependence. This role required a strategic approach to communication, team building, and employee engagement, with a focus on enhancing organizational culture and climate. Key responsibilities include: • Culture Promotion: Promoted a culture of accountability and interdependence through group coaching sessions, team-building activities, and collaborative events.• Organizational Climate: Led the deployment of the organizational culture index across all business units, analyzing the results to identify gaps and overseeing the development of action plans to address them.• Communication Strategy: Developed and implemented communication strategies that bridged the gap between the corporate office, business units, and external stakeholders, ensuring consistent messaging and promoting best practices.• Employee Recognition: Coordinated the company's approach to recognizing and celebrating employee achievements, establishing activities that fostered a positive workplace culture.• Development Programs: Oversaw the implementation of organizational development systems, including learning plans, 360-degree feedback, and personal development sessions through life coaching.• Event Management: Managed the calendar of cultural activities, ensuring a consistent schedule of training, cultural events, and other initiatives designed to promote a cohesive and collaborative work environment. Show less

  • Chief Accountability Officer

    Jan 2019 - now

  • Head of Culture Development

    May 2009 - Jan 2019