Ricardo Jurado
About Ricardo Jurado
Ricardo Jurado is a Financial Controller with extensive experience in accounting and finance, currently working at Academic Partnerships in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area since 2015. He holds diplomas in International Finance and Organizational Leadership and has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance.
Work at Academic Partnerships
Ricardo Jurado has served as Financial Controller at Academic Partnerships since 2015. In this role, he oversees financial operations and reporting, contributing to the organization's financial health. Prior to this position, he worked as Assistant Controller at the same company from 2013 to 2015. His tenure at Academic Partnerships spans a total of nine years, during which he has played a significant role in enhancing financial processes.
Education and Expertise
Ricardo Jurado holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from Universidad Iberoamericana León, completed in 2002. He furthered his education by obtaining a Diploma in International Finance from the New York Institute of Finance in 2002. In 2015, he achieved a Diploma in Organizational Leadership from the University of California, Los Angeles. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and leadership.
Background
Ricardo Jurado began his career as an International Accounting Specialist at Haggar Clothing Co. in 2004. He progressed through various roles at Haggar, including Senior Accountant and International Accounting & Reporting Manager, before moving to Ilumno. At Ilumno, he held positions such as Accounting Manager and Assistant Controller. His experience spans multiple organizations and roles, primarily focused on financial management and accounting.
Achievements
Ricardo Jurado has implemented significant improvements in financial processes throughout his career. He enhanced revenue and accounts receivable processes, achieving a 20% reduction in invoicing time. He also led the implementation of Microsoft Navision ERP reporting tools, automating 90% of the consolidation and reporting process for 15 entities across 11 countries. Additionally, he improved tax preparation timing by collaborating with external tax firms and reduced outsourcing service costs by 10%.