Laura Blázquez Ribas
About Laura Blázquez Ribas
Laura Blázquez Ribas is a Financial Controller with extensive experience in financial analysis and reporting, currently working at Kantox in Barcelona. She has held various roles in companies such as Coty and Grant Thornton, and holds multiple degrees in accounting and finance from reputable institutions.
Current Role at Kantox
Laura Blázquez Ribas serves as the Financial Controller at Kantox, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Her expertise contributes to the company's financial strategy and decision-making processes. Laura's work involves the development and implementation of financial models that support the organization's objectives.
Previous Experience in Financial Analysis
Before joining Kantox, Laura worked at Coty Iberia as a Marketing Controller from 2013 to 2015, and later as a Sales Controller from 2015 to 2016. She also held a position at Coty Benelux as an FP&A and Brand Analyst from 2017 to 2019. Her experience in these roles involved financial planning, analysis, and reporting, which provided her with a solid foundation in financial management.
Professional Background in Audit
Laura began her career at Grant Thornton Spain, where she worked as an auditor from 2012 to 2013. This role in Barcelona allowed her to develop skills in financial auditing and compliance, which are essential for her current responsibilities. The experience gained during this time has been beneficial in her subsequent financial roles.
Educational Qualifications
Laura holds a Master's degree in Accounting & Control from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, which she completed from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she earned a Master’s degree in Financial and Accounting Direction of a Company with a specialization in Audit from the Barcelona School of Management (UPF) in 2012. She also obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Universitat de Girona, completing her studies in 2011.
Technical Skills and Proficiency
Laura possesses a high level of proficiency in financial systems and technology, which enhances her capabilities in financial reporting and forecasting. She developed a comprehensive reporting, live forecast, and dashboarding model using PowerPivot, which is actively utilized for decision-making processes. Her professional working proficiency in English enables her to communicate effectively in diverse work environments.