Lucas Soares
About Lucas Soares
Lucas Soares is a Controller with extensive experience in international accounting and tax, currently working at Hatch since 2015. He has a strong background in internal audit, process efficiency, and business profitability, and is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Work at Hatch
Lucas Soares has been serving as a Controller at Hatch since 2015. In this role, he oversees financial operations and ensures compliance with accounting standards. His responsibilities include managing financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Lucas focuses on enhancing process efficiency and business profitability, leveraging his extensive background in accounting and finance. His tenure at Hatch spans over nine years, during which he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving financial performance and operational effectiveness.
Previous Experience at Deloitte
Prior to his current position, Lucas Soares worked at Deloitte as a Top Sênior from 2006 to 2011. His five-year tenure in Belo Horizonte e Região, Brasil, involved providing audit and consulting services. Lucas gained significant experience in international accounting and tax during this period, which has informed his current practices in financial management. His role at Deloitte helped him develop strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of financial processes.
Education and Expertise
Lucas Soares holds a degree in Ciências Contábeis from PUC Minas, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. He also completed a degree in Administração de Empresas at Centro Universitário UNA from 2004 to 2008. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in accounting and business management. Lucas possesses expertise in international accounting and tax, with a focus on process efficiency and business profitability. He is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, which enhances his ability to operate in diverse environments.
Skills and Specializations
Lucas Soares has developed strong skills in various financial tools and methodologies. He is proficient in SAP, due diligence processes, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), pricing strategies, and margin analysis. His background in internal audit and internal controls further supports his capability to ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency. Lucas demonstrates a high potential to lead complex projects, with an emphasis on people development and sustainability.