Paulo Jorge Da Silva Mendes Jr.
About Paulo Jorge Da Silva Mendes Jr.
Paulo Jorge Da Silva Mendes Jr. is a Senior Controller Analyst at Ilumno in Rio de Janeiro, with over a decade of experience in financial planning and control. He has held various roles in notable companies, including União de Lojas Leader and Coca Cola Andina Brasil, and holds an MBA from Fundação Getulio Vargas.
Work at Ilumno
Currently, Paulo Jorge Da Silva Mendes Jr. serves as Analista de Controladoria Sr. at Ilumno, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for enhancing communication across various departments, which aids in strategic decision-making and improves workflow efficiency. He reports directly to the Finance Directorate, managing both emergency and routine tasks with an objective approach. His focus includes promoting transparency and agility within field teams to implement better practices within the organization.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current role, Paulo worked at several organizations in various capacities. He was employed at União de Lojas Leader as Analista Planejamento Controle e Gestão Pleno from 2010 to 2013. Following that, he served as Coordenador de Planejamento Financeiro at Inbrands from 2013 to 2016. His earlier experience includes a position as Assistente Administrativo at Coca Cola Andina Brasil from 2002 to 2008 and as Administrador de Contratos at Petrobras from 2008 to 2010. He also worked as Analista Controladoria Sr. at ATEEN from 2017 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Paulo holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finanças, Controladoria & Auditoria from Fundação Getulio Vargas, which he completed between 2018 and 2020. He also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Administração de Empresas from Faculdades Integradas Simonsen, studying from 2004 to 2009. His educational background supports his expertise in financial planning, budget planning, and the consolidation of results, budgets, and forecasts.
Technical Skills
Paulo possesses strong technical skills in SAP and Excel, which he utilizes for the analysis and control of accounting accounts and cost centers. His proficiency in these tools enhances his ability to manage financial data effectively and supports his roles in financial planning and analysis.