Yohana Alarcón Medina
About Yohana Alarcón Medina
Yohana Alarcón Medina is an experienced Accounting Manager currently working at Sony Music Entertainment and Boehringer Ingelheim in Bogotá, Colombia. She has a strong background in finance and accounting, with previous roles at Merck and Banco de Bogotá, and holds multiple qualifications in finance and project management.
Current Role at Sony Music Entertainment
Yohana Alarcón Medina serves as the Accounting Manager at Sony Music Entertainment, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring accurate accounting practices within the organization. Her experience in the music industry contributes to her understanding of the unique financial challenges and opportunities present in this sector.
Previous Experience in Finance and Accounting
Before joining Sony Music Entertainment, Yohana worked as a Finance Specialist at Merck from 2016 to 2019 in Bogotá, Colombia. Her earlier role at Banco de Bogotá as an ANALISTA CENTRO DE INFORMACION FINANCIERA lasted for eight months in 2011-2012. Additionally, she gained experience as an ANALISTA CONTABILIDAD at Laboratorios La Santé from 2009 to 2011. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in finance and accounting practices.
Educational Background in Finance and Project Management
Yohana Alarcón Medina has a diverse educational background. She studied Accounting at Universidad Autónoma de Colombia, earning her degree from 2005 to 2009. She also completed a degree in Finance at Universidad EAN from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, she obtained a Certificate in Project Management from ANIBT Australia in 2012. Her studies at Ability English School further enhanced her language skills, achieving proficiency in General English.
Expertise in Accounting Software and Systems Implementation
Yohana is proficient in advanced office management and various accounting software, including SAP (FI, TR, PS), UNO, and MYOB. She has led the implementation and parameterization of new ERP systems, focusing on financial and fixed assets modules for companies such as La Santé, MSD, and Intervet. Her expertise extends to budget forecasting, tax planning, and ensuring compliance with local legislation.
Skills and Professional Attributes
Yohana Alarcón Medina is bilingual and possesses strong adaptability skills, emphasizing teamwork and efficiency in her work. She has extensive experience in tax planning, ensuring compliance with district and national taxes, and conducting fiscal audits. Her leadership in financial planning and budget execution is particularly noted in investment projects and fixed assets management.