Hi, I’m
Sara Alejandra Mendoza Urrea
Budapest,HU
Summary
Adaptable professional with a dynamic background in environmental engineering and finance, with more than 5+ years of professional experience where I have leveraged my expertise in process management and regulatory compliance to effectively transition into the finance sector. I am adept at problem-solving, committed to precision, and effectiveness, and have a keen understanding of the intricacies of various tools and systems. My skill set is diverse and adaptable, allowing me to thrive in varied environments and contribute effectively to the optimization of business functions, as well as engaging myself the improving communication with stakeholders. I am eager to put into practice these skills in a dynamic organization where I can further hone my expertise and contribute to the growth and success of the team.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Roche Budapest, Hungary
Travel and Expense Compliance Analyst
10.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Reviewed and approved business expenses for employees in Spain and Portugal, ensuring compliance with company policies and optimizing budget efficiency, achieving a 15% reduction in non-compliant submissions using SAP/Concur.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to continuously refine and improve the expense approval process, leading to increased efficiency and compliance by creating monthly reports for each affiliate, providing valuable insights into expense trends and helping to identify areas for improvement.
- Leveraged data analysis to drive budget optimization and cost savings.
- Led the implementation of the expense approval process in additional affiliates, driving consistency and efficiency across the organization.
- As a particular project, I collaborated with a cross-functional team to design and deploy an internal employee app for trading goods using AppSheet and, developed the dashboard in Google Looker to monitor its usage, boosting employee engagement by 25%.
Avis Budget GroupBudapest, Hungary
Billing Specialist
11.2020 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Proficiently leveraged Oracle ERP to manage billing and invoice processes for multi-national automotive rental company, Avis Budget Group.
- Demonstrated strong analytical skills by utilizing Excel and VB macros to analyze billing data and identify trends and discrepancies.
- Effectively resolved billing disputes and inquiries with customers, processing refunds, transfers and invoice changes, displaying excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Consistently upheld financial regulations and policies to safeguard the company's financial health.
EIATEC SASBogotá, Colombia
Environmental Engineer
10.2017 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Data Automation: Created and automated databases, reducing data processing time by 30%
- GIS Workflow Optimization: Developed Python scripting for GIS workflows, saving up to 10 hours per week
- Compliance Leadership: Led initiatives resulting in a 25% reduction in regulatory violations for hydrocarbon exploration projects.
Education
ELTE UNIVERSITYBudapest
Master from Cartography
09.2019 - 07.2021
Miskolc UniversityMiskolc
Master from Hyfrogeological Engineering
09.2018
Universidad Distrital Francisco Jose de CaldasBogotá
Environmental Engineer from Engineering
01.2009 - 07.2015
Skills
- Soft skills: Strong attention to detail, effective communication, team collaboration, time management, problem-solving, adaptability, critical thinking and integrity
- Workspace Software : Workday, Concur, Nexon, Microsoft Office suite - Advanced Excel, Google Workspace suite, Google Data Studio - Google Looker, Google Appsheet, SAP - Financial Management
- Graphic Software : AutoCAD 2018, CorelDRAW 2019, Inkscape
Awards
Awardee of full scholarship under the program Stipendiun Hungaricum for Msc. studies.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Native
German
Elementary (A2)
Portuguese
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Travel and Expense Compliance Analyst
Roche
10.2022 - Current
Billing Specialist
Avis Budget Group
11.2020 - 07.2022
ELTE UNIVERSITY
Master from Cartography
09.2019 - 07.2021
Miskolc University
Master from Hyfrogeological Engineering
09.2018
Environmental Engineer
EIATEC SAS
10.2017 - 06.2018
Universidad Distrital Francisco Jose de Caldas
Environmental Engineer from Engineering
01.2009 - 07.2015
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