Susana Kopara
About Susana Kopara
Susana Kopara is a Financial Analyst at Chevron in Houston, Texas, with over 5 years of experience managing projects across various industries.
Current Role at Chevron
Susana Kopara currently works as a Financial Analyst at Chevron in Houston, Texas. In this role, she applies accounting principles and policies to maintain, record, and report financial data related to Chevron's Upstream operational activities. Susana is actively involved in the company's month, quarter, and year-end closing processes. She collaborates extensively with cross-disciplinary teams across various geographies, focusing on maintaining a high standard of financial reporting and process improvements.
Previous Experience as a Teacher
Before joining Chevron, Susana Kopara worked as a Teacher at First Baptist Child Development Center in Midland, Texas, from 2016 to 2018. During this period, she dedicated herself to developing the educational and personal growth of her students. Although a shift from her accounting career, Susana's time at the development center underscores her versatility and capability in managing diverse professional roles.
Experience in Accounting and Finance
Susana Kopara has an extensive background in accounting and finance, spread over various roles and geographies. From 2005 to 2007, she was an Accountant Analyst at Metales Refinados in Monterrey, Mexico. Prior to that, she served as an Accounting Associate at Herrera and Associates CPA's from 2002 to 2005. In both roles, she honed her skills in accounting, financial reporting, and problem-solving, laying a strong foundation for her future roles in finance.
Educational Background
Susana Kopara holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Texas - Permian Basin, which she earned from 2017 to 2019. She also possesses a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting from Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, completed between 1999 and 2003. Her educational background in accounting and business administration has equipped her with the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary for her roles in financial analysis and accounting.
Skills and Expertise
Susana Kopara brings over five years of progressive experience managing multiple projects across different industry segments. She is proficient in understanding and applying accounting policies and corporate guidelines. Known for her initiative and leadership, Susana effectively handles multiple job responsibilities, sets priorities, and implements process improvements. Her skills in identifying problems and providing solutions have been vital to her success in various roles.