Gabriela Nava
Director, Accounting @Meltwater
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WORK HISTORY
Director, Accounting @Meltwater
Mexico City, MX
Lead the Global Accounting operations from Mexico as part of the company’s shared services structure, supporting multiple international entities and ensuring reliable financial reporting and strong controllership across the organization.Key responsibilities include:• Lead and develop the Global Accounting team responsible for key and non-key accounts, overseeing close activities, reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.• Coordinate the month-end close process across multiple entities, ensuring timely and accurate financial information for management and stakeholders.• Strengthen internal controls, reconciliation practices, and compliance with global accounting standards and company policies.• Partner closely with FP & A, Tax, Treasury, Payroll, and other functions to ensure alignment across financial processes and reporting.• Contribute to the stabilization and scaling of the company’s shared services accounting model in Mexico.• Drive process improvements and increased visibility across accounting operations to support a more predictable and efficient close cycle.• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance team.
EDUCATION
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA), Corporate finance
Universidad Latinoamericana, S.C.
Bachelor in accountancy
SKILLS
ABOUT GABRIELA NAVA
Finance and accounting leader with 25+ years of experience leading controllership, accounting, compliance, and financial operations across highly regulated and dynamic industries — including medical devices, healthcare, and entertainment. Specialized in strengthening financial governance, elevating reporting quality, and driving operational and process transformation in complex multinational environments. Deep technical expertise in US GAAP, IFRS, MEXGAAP, internal controls, SOX, tax compliance, treasury, and end-to-end financial operations (R2R, OTC, P2P, payroll). Known for implementing automated reporting solutions, enhancing balance-sheet integrity, and enabling high-quality decision-making through disciplined financial management.Recognized as a results-oriented leader with a holistic business perspective, strong analytical judgment, and a commitment to excellence. Passionate about building engaged, high-performing finance teams and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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