Raphael Novena
About Raphael Novena
Raphael Novena serves as the Controller Financeiro Latam at RTB House, where he has worked since 2019. He has a strong background in financial analysis and management, with experience at various companies including OLX and SKIBrasil Viagens e Turismo.
Work at RTB House
Raphael Novena has been serving as Controller Financeiro Latam at RTB House since 2019. In this role, he oversees financial operations across the Latin American region. His responsibilities include financial planning, budgeting processes, and cash flow forecasting. Prior to this position, he worked as Financial Controller Brazil at RTB House for four months in 2018. His experience at RTB House has contributed to the company's financial governance and compliance procedures.
Education and Expertise
Raphael Novena holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the School of Economics, Business and Accounting at the University of São Paulo, which he completed from 2008 to 2014. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Controladoria, Auditoria e Compliance from FGV EAESP in 2021. His expertise includes cash management, loans, intercompany transactions, international transactions, and cash flow forecasting, making him proficient in various financial disciplines.
Background
Before joining RTB House, Raphael Novena accumulated extensive experience in financial analysis and management. He worked at OLX as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2015 to 2016 and held various roles at SKIBrasil Viagens e Turismo, ARCADIS Logos S.A., and Philips. His early career included an internship at Universidade de São Paulo, where he gained foundational skills in finance. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations.
Achievements
During his career, Raphael Novena has implemented procurement, expense reporting, and reimbursement systems that integrate with financial and accounting systems. He has also conducted training for various user categories, enhancing operational efficiency. Additionally, he has developed governance and compliance procedures and controls, contributing to improved financial management practices in his roles.
Technical Skills and Interests
In addition to his financial expertise, Raphael Novena is an enthusiast of web development. He is currently learning JavaScript ES6, ReactJS, CSS3 (SASS), and HTML5 in his free time. This interest in technology complements his financial skills, allowing him to explore innovative solutions within the financial sector.