Bruno Serra Lara Varricchio
About Bruno Serra Lara Varricchio
Bruno Serra Lara Varricchio serves as the Director of Depositary Services at VISTRA in Amsterdam, with over 11 years of experience in the financial sector, particularly in investment funds and auditing. He has held various managerial roles at KPMG and Deloitte, and has expertise in international accounting standards and client relationship management.
Current Role at Vistra
Bruno Serra Lara Varricchio serves as the Director of Depositary Services at Vistra, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. In this role, he oversees the depositary services offered by the firm, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and managing client relationships. His expertise in investment funds and financial regulations supports Vistra's commitment to delivering high-quality services to its clients.
Previous Experience at KPMG
Bruno has significant experience with KPMG, having worked in both Brazil and Luxembourg. He served as an Audit Manager from 2016 to 2017 in Brazil, followed by a role as Audit Assistant Manager from 2014 to 2016. In Luxembourg, he progressed from Audit Senior Manager from 2019 to 2021 to Audit Manager from 2017 to 2019. His tenure at KPMG involved managing audit teams and reviewing financial statements for various clients.
Educational Background
Bruno holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from FECAP. He furthered his education at the Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI), where he studied Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law. He achieved the Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) certification between 2020 and 2021, enhancing his skills in financial analysis and valuation.
Expertise in Investment Funds
Bruno has extensive experience with various investment fund structures, including UCITS, SIF, RAIFs, LPs, Ltds., Master/feeder, SARLs, and SICAR. He has worked with investment funds regulated by international bodies such as CIMA, SEC, CFTC, and CSSF. His role has included serving as a client relationship senior manager for major service providers and private equity houses across Europe.
Professional Skills and Experience
With over 11 years of experience in the financial and economic sector, Bruno has developed a strong background in auditing and financial analysis. He has reviewed financial statements prepared under various international accounting standards, including IFRS, US GAAP, Luxembourg GAAP, and Brazilian GAAP/ISA and US GAAS. He has also managed and led audit teams consisting of more than 10 members, demonstrating his leadership and team management skills.