Ricardo Vaz
About Ricardo Vaz
Ricardo Vaz is a Senior Manager at KPMG Portugal, where he has worked since 2014, focusing on regulatory compliance and risk model calibration. He has a background in finance and management, with previous experience at PwC and Banco Espirito Santo.
Work at KPMG Portugal
Ricardo Vaz has been employed at KPMG Portugal since 2014, serving in various roles over the years. He currently holds the position of Senior Manager, a role he has occupied since 2018. Prior to this, he worked as a Manager from 2015 to 2018 and as a Senior Advisor from 2014 to 2015. His work primarily focuses on regulatory compliance, risk model calibration, and the implementation of impairment management tools across financial institutions.
Experience at PwC
Before joining KPMG, Ricardo Vaz worked at PwC for a total of five years, from 2008 to 2014. He began as an Assistant Associate for nine months, then progressed to Associate for three years, and finally served as a Senior Associate for two years. During his tenure at PwC, he developed hedge accounting structures and designed accounting specifications for major transactions under IFRS, particularly in the financial sector.
Education and Expertise
Ricardo Vaz holds a Post-Graduate degree in Finance from Instituto Superior de Ciências do Trabalho e da Empresa, which he completed between 2010 and 2011. He also earned a Licenciado in Management from Universidade Técnica de Lisboa, studying from 2005 to 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in regulatory compliance, risk modeling, and IFRS standards.
Background in Financial Sector
Ricardo Vaz began his career in the financial sector as a Trainee at Banco Espirito Santo in 2007. His experience spans various roles and responsibilities, including the review of ICAAP and ILAAP exercises, risk model calibration, and the implementation of IFRS 9 impairment models. He has worked with both financial and non-financial entities, demonstrating a broad understanding of the industry's regulatory landscape.
Key Contributions and Projects
Throughout his career, Ricardo Vaz has made significant contributions to the financial sector. He played a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance through the review of ICAAP and ILAAP exercises. He has also provided functional support for the implementation of impairment management tools and has extensive experience in revising IFRS 9 impairment models for various financial institutions.