David Miranda

About David Miranda

Bilingual M.B.A. finance leader with 20+ years of experience across the U.S. and Latin America within the hospitality industry, including hotels, golf courses, and restaurant operations. Trusted partner to owners and stakeholders, recognized for building strong relationships and delivering results in complex, multi-entity environments.Expertise in strategic decision-making, FP & A, reporting and consolidations, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, contract negotiations, audit and internal controls, with hands-on experience managing multi-property hotel, golf, and restaurant portfolios.Known for strong prioritization and team leadership, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and a problem-solving mindset with advanced analytical capabilities that drive cost optimization and operational efficiency.

Experience

1. Corporate Director of Finance, Gva Hospitality

   Grupo Verdeazul

   Oct 2014 — Present · Miami, FL, US

   Oversee the Finance and Accounting Division of six hotels and one private Golf Club, all located in Panama which include the following recognized brands:Luxury Collection by MarriottAutograph Collection by MarriottMarriott Hotels & ResortsRegistry Collection by WyndhamLead a team of five Controllers and staff of twenty five finance and accounting experts.Board Observer: Bristol Panama Registry Collection by Wyndham, The Buenaventura Resort Autograph Collection by Marriott and Marriott Panama.• Prepare timely and accurate internal and external financial reports and oversee budgeting and forecasting activities.• Provide insights to key performance indicators (KPIs) for short-term and long-term projections.• Manage external year-end audits, prepare tax filings, and investors package information.• Serves as active member of Executive Committee presenting financial results and outlook to leadership, investors, and Board of Directors. Liaison to all financial matters with outside counsel, bankers, and tax advisors. • Manage cash flow reporting and planning process to ensure availability of funds.• Ensure that effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with IFRS (Panama City, Panama), GAAP (U.S.A.) and USALI (Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry).

Education

• Universidad Católica Santa María La Antigua

  Bachelor's degree, Finance and Banking

  1999 — 2003

• Lindenwood University

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), International Business

  2003 — 2004