Hector G.
About Hector G.
Hector G. is the Director of Finance at R-Zero, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in finance, having held positions at various companies including Mattamy Homes, Paravision, and TELUS International, along with a background in academia as a lecturer at the University of Waterloo.
Current Role at R-Zero
Hector G. serves as the Director of Finance at R-Zero, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for managing full-cycle accounting, internal and external financial reporting, tax compliance, internal controls, and payroll processing. He has led significant initiatives, including the historical clean-up of US GAAP financial statements and the first-time multi-year audit to meet Series C investor requirements. Hector also implemented departmental internal reporting and analytics processes, enhancing data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Previous Experience at Mattamy Homes
Before joining R-Zero, Hector worked at Mattamy Homes as a Senior Manager in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) from 2018 to 2019. His role involved overseeing financial planning processes and providing strategic insights to support the company's financial objectives. This position allowed him to develop skills in financial analysis and strategic management within the residential construction sector.
Experience at Paravision
Hector held the position of Director of Finance at Paravision from 2022 to 2023. During his tenure, he managed financial operations and contributed to the company's financial strategy. His experience in this role further solidified his expertise in finance and leadership within a technology-focused environment.
Educational Background
Hector G. earned a Master of Accounting from the University of Waterloo in 2012, following a Bachelor of Accounting and Financial Management (BAFM) from the same institution, which he completed in 2011. His academic background provided a strong foundation in accounting principles and financial management, equipping him with the knowledge necessary for his various finance roles.
Career Progression at TELUS
Hector's career includes significant roles at TELUS International, where he worked from 2015 to 2018. He started as a Corporate Development Analyst and later became a Strategic Finance Manager. In these positions, he focused on financial analysis, strategic planning, and corporate development, contributing to TELUS's financial growth and operational efficiency.