Brenda Rouwhorst
About Brenda Rouwhorst
Brenda Rouwhorst is a Senior Financial Accountant at Dechra Pharmaceuticals Plc, where she has worked since 2014, leading the Dutch accounting team. She previously worked at PwC in New York and is involved in Oracle implementation and financial statement preparation.
Work at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Brenda Rouwhorst has been employed at Dechra Pharmaceuticals Plc since 2014, serving as a Senior Financial Accountant. In this role, she leads the Dutch accounting team at Dechra Veterinary Products. Her responsibilities include preparing annual financial statements, managing the audit process, and handling VAT returns. Additionally, she provides backup support for monthly payroll processing. Rouwhorst is also a member of the European SuperUser team, contributing to the implementation of Oracle systems within the organization.
Previous Experience at PwC
Before joining Dechra Pharmaceuticals, Brenda Rouwhorst worked at PwC as an Assistant Accountant from 1992 to 1998. During her six years at the firm, she gained valuable experience in financial accounting while based in New York, New York, United States. This role helped her develop a strong foundation in accounting practices and financial management.
Education and Expertise
Brenda Rouwhorst possesses extensive expertise in financial accounting, particularly in the veterinary pharmaceuticals sector. Her role at Dechra Pharmaceuticals involves complex tasks such as preparing financial statements and managing audits, indicating a high level of proficiency in accounting principles and practices. Her involvement in the European SuperUser team for Oracle implementation further highlights her technical skills and knowledge in financial systems.
Professional Responsibilities
In her current role, Brenda Rouwhorst is responsible for several key financial tasks. She prepares annual financial statements and oversees the audit process, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, she handles VAT returns and provides backup for monthly payroll processing, demonstrating her versatility and capability in various aspects of financial management.