Paula Florence Marini
About Paula Florence Marini
Paula Florence Marini is a Finance Manager for Latin America and the Caribbean at Brown-Forman, with extensive experience in financial planning and management across various multinational companies. She holds an MBA and has worked in diverse roles at Unilever, IBM, JTI, and Pernod Ricard, demonstrating strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Current Role at Brown-Forman
Paula Florence Marini serves as the Finance Manager for Latin America and the Caribbean at Brown-Forman. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's financial strategy and operations in the region. Her role involves overseeing financial planning and analysis, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, and supporting business processes across various departments.
Previous Experience at Unilever
Marini has extensive experience with Unilever, where she worked in various finance roles from 2003 to 2009. She began as an intern and progressed to Finance Coordinator positions, focusing on supply chain reporting, business partnering for IT, and fabric conditioners. Her tenure at Unilever provided her with a solid foundation in financial management and cross-departmental collaboration.
Professional Background at JTI
At Japan Tobacco International (JTI), Marini held the position of Financial Planning Manager from 2016 to 2018 and previously served as Financial Planning and Logistics Manager from 2013 to 2016. Her work in Geneva involved strategic financial planning and logistics, enhancing her expertise in financial operations within multinational environments.
Education and Qualifications
Marini holds a Master of Business Administration from Profuturo – Fia – Mbas Internacionais, which she completed from 2009 to 2011. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Finance from Faap - Fundação Armando Alvares Penteado, studying from 2000 to 2006. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in business and finance.
Skills and Competencies
Marini demonstrates a high capacity to influence key areas across organizations through clear communication. She possesses extensive experience in supporting business processes across various departments, including sales, marketing, and IT. Her ability to solve complex problems and manage conflicts within teams highlights her strong result orientation and structured thinking.