Joel Alas
About Joel Alas
Joel Alas serves as the Gerente Financiero at Catholic Relief Services in El Salvador, where he has managed financial operations since 2017. He holds a Master's degree in Financial Administration and a Bachelor's degree in Public Accounting from Universidad de El Salvador.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Joel Alas has served as the Gerente Financiero at Catholic Relief Services in El Salvador since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for managing the financial operations of the organization. His responsibilities include overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations set by various funding agencies. His work contributes to the overall financial health and transparency of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Joel Alas studied at Universidad de El Salvador, where he earned a Licenciatura en Contaduría Pública in Accounting and Finance from 1994 to 2001. He furthered his education by obtaining a Maestría en Administración Financiera from the same university, completing this program from 2011 to 2013. His academic background provides him with a solid foundation in financial management and accounting principles.
Previous Experience
Before joining Catholic Relief Services, Joel Alas worked as Contador General/Gerente Financiero at Proyecto Regional de USAID para Comercio y Alianzas de Mercado from 2015 to 2017. In this position, he managed financial operations and contributed to the financial planning and reporting of the project. His experience in this role equipped him with skills relevant to his current position.
Background
Joel Alas has a strong background in finance and accounting, with over a decade of experience in the field. His career has been marked by roles that emphasize financial management and compliance. His educational and professional journey reflects a commitment to advancing his expertise in financial operations within non-profit organizations.