Flávio Costa
About Flávio Costa
Flávio Costa serves as the Finance Director for Latin America at Avenue Code, a position he has held since 2018. With extensive experience in financial operations across various sectors, he has worked for notable companies such as JCDecaux, Citroën, and ISS A/S, and holds multiple degrees in Economics, Business, and Finance.
Work at Avenue Code
Flávio Costa has served as the Finance Director for Latin America at Avenue Code since 2018. He is based in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, where he oversees financial operations and strategic planning for the region. His role involves managing financial back-office operations and ensuring compliance with internal controls. Under his leadership, Avenue Code has benefited from his extensive experience in the technology and services sectors.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Avenue Code, Flávio Costa worked at JCDecaux as the Compliance Controller for Latin America from 2016 to 2018. He also held various finance-related positions at Citroën, including Sales Controller and Margin Analysis roles, contributing to his expertise in financial management. His experience spans multiple companies and roles, including Finance Manager at ISS A/S and Finance Coordinator at Groupe PSA.
Education and Expertise
Flávio Costa holds a dual Bachelor's degree in Business and Economics, a Master's degree in Financial Management from Université Paris Nanterre, and an Executive MBA from Fundação Dom Cabral. His academic background includes studies at the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne, enhancing his understanding of economics. This educational foundation supports his extensive experience in financial operations and compliance.
International Professional Experience
Flávio Costa has significant international professional experience, having worked at Citroën's headquarters in France and engaged in various missions across Latin America. His roles have provided him with a strong understanding of the financial landscape in both European and Latin American markets. This experience is complemented by his work with a Big Four firm, where he developed a strong sense of internal controls.
Communication Skills and Relationship Building
Flávio Costa demonstrates strong communication skills that extend beyond language proficiency. He has a proven ability to develop personal relationships with business teams at all organizational levels. His experience in diverse cultural environments has equipped him to effectively collaborate and communicate with stakeholders across different regions.