Livia Santos

Group CFO

Professional Overview
Livia Santos is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience in the water solutions industry. As the Group CFO of GR Water Solutions, she oversees the company's financial strategy, reporting, and compliance, driving sustainable growth and profitability. Livia's expertise spans financial management, business partnering, and strategic decision-making, making her a valuable asset to the organization.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Group CFO of GR Water Solutions, Livia is responsible for leading the company's financial operations, including financial planning, analysis, and reporting. She collaborates closely with the executive team to align financial strategies with broader business objectives, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources and the optimization of financial performance. Under her leadership, GR Water Solutions has achieved significant improvements in its financial reporting and control systems, enhancing transparency and decision-making.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Livia held various finance and accounting positions within GR Water Solutions, including Gerente de Controladoria | Contábil | RH, where she was instrumental in streamlining the company's financial processes and implementing robust control measures. She also has experience as an Analytic Contábil at Etecon Processamento Contabil and Unifatea - Centro Universitário Teresa D'Ávila, where she gained valuable insights into the industry's financial landscape.

Academic Background
Livia holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Unifatea - Centro Universitário Teresa D'Ávila, where she graduated with distinction. She is also an active member of W-CFO Brazil, a prestigious association of finance professionals, further strengthening her industry knowledge and connections.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial management and reporting

• Strategic financial planning and analysis

• Operational and capital budgeting

• Risk management and internal controls

• Business partnering and cross-functional collaboration

• Financial systems and process optimization

Professional Impact
As a respected finance leader, Livia has made significant contributions to the water solutions industry. She has spearheaded the implementation of innovative financial technologies and data analytics tools, enabling GR Water Solutions to enhance its financial decision-making capabilities. Livia's expertise in financial reporting and compliance has also helped the organization maintain a strong reputation and meet regulatory requirements.

Conclusion
With her extensive finance experience, strategic mindset, and commitment to excellence, Livia Santos is poised to continue driving the financial success of GR Water Solutions. Her ability to align financial strategies with broader business goals, coupled with her strong leadership and technical skills, make her a valuable asset to the organization and the water solutions industry as a whole.