Ana Clara Lopes
About Ana Clara Lopes
Ana Clara Lopes serves as the Controller Mercosul at Stepan Company, where she applies her extensive experience in financial management and auditing. With a background that includes roles at Deloitte and a solid educational foundation in accounting and finance, she possesses a global perspective on financial operations.
Current Role at Stepan Company
Ana Clara Lopes currently serves as Controller Mercosul at Stepan Company, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with financial regulations across the Mercosul region. Her responsibilities include planning financial hours and managing cash flow for various projects, which are critical for maintaining the company's financial health.
Previous Experience at Stepan Company
Before her current position, Ana Clara Lopes worked at Stepan Company as Controllership Manager from 2017 to 2022. During her five years in this role, she managed financial reporting and internal controls, contributing to the company's adherence to financial standards and regulations. Her experience at Stepan Company has enhanced her expertise in financial management within a corporate environment.
Professional Background in Auditing
Ana Clara Lopes has a strong background in auditing, having worked as an Audit Manager at Deloitte from 2010 to 2017. During her seven years at Deloitte in Belo Horizonte, she specialized in auditing financial statements and internal controls, ensuring compliance with PCAOB standards. This experience has equipped her with extensive knowledge of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Educational Qualifications
Ana Clara Lopes has a solid educational foundation in finance and accounting. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Ciências Contábeis from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, completing her studies from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, she pursued further education at Fundação Dom Cabral, where she obtained a Pós graduação in Gestão de Negócios from 2019 to 2021. She also studied Accounting and Finance at the University of La Verne in 2012 for 11 months, and earlier completed Técnico em eletrônica at Centro Federal de Educação Tecnológica de Minas Gerais from 2004 to 2006.
Team Management Experience
Ana Clara Lopes possesses strong experience in team management within the financial sector. Her roles have required her to lead teams effectively, ensuring that financial operations align with organizational goals. This experience is crucial for fostering a collaborative environment and achieving successful financial outcomes in her current and previous positions.