Carlos G. Tocantins
About Carlos G. Tocantins
Carlos G. Tocantins is the Sr Finance Director for Brazil and LATAM at General Mills, with extensive experience in financial management and leadership roles across multiple countries and industries.
Current Role at General Mills
Carlos G. Tocantins currently holds the position of Senior Finance Director for Brazil and LATAM at General Mills. Based in the São Paulo Area, Brazil, he is responsible for overseeing financial operations across this diverse region. His role involves managing financial strategies, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, and supporting business growth through comprehensive financial planning and analysis.
Previous Positions at SC Johnson
Carlos G. Tocantins has a long history with SC Johnson, where he held several key finance roles. He served as the Senior Finance Director for Brazil from 2014 to 2017 in Rio de Janeiro and as Finance Director for the Southern Cluster in Argentina from 2008 to 2014. Additionally, he has worked in various capacities including Senior Finance Manager in Business Planning and Analysis, Senior Business Development Manager in M&A, Regional Project Manager for SAP Implementation, Senior Project Manager, Treasurer, Sales Controller in the Commercial Support Area, Senior Finance Analyst in the BPCS ERP Implementation project, Cost Analyst, and Junior Finance Analyst in Business Planning and Management Accounting (US-GAAP).
Educational Background
Carlos G. Tocantins obtained multiple degrees from Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro. He earned a Master in Business Administration with a focus on Corporate Finance in 2001, an IAG Master in Finance, and a degree in Civil and Industrial Engineering, which he completed in 1995. His educational background equips him with deep expertise in finance and engineering principles.
Expertise in Financial Management
Carlos G. Tocantins has extensive experience in managing financial crises and implementing complex projects. His expertise includes mergers and acquisitions, real estate, and information technology. His roles have consistently involved high-level financial planning, P&L management, and balance sheet optimization within the Fast Moving Consumer Goods industry.
Leadership and International Experience
Carlos G. Tocantins is known for leading multifunctional teams, managing up to 50 high-caliber professionals across 8 different countries. His hands-on analytical approach and result-oriented mindset have made him an effective team player and people manager. His broad international experience spans multiple facets of financial management in the FMCG sector.