Rodrigo Weschenfelder
Tax Manager
Rodrigo Weschenfelder is an experienced Tax Manager with a proven track record of driving strategic tax initiatives and ensuring regulatory compliance for leading organizations in Brazil. With over 15 years of expertise in the tax and accounting domain, he has developed a robust understanding of complex tax laws, reporting requirements, and optimization strategies.
Professional Overview
In his current role as Tax Manager at Ambev, Rodrigo is responsible for managing the company's comprehensive tax strategy, optimizing tax liabilities, and ensuring seamless compliance with all relevant tax regulations. He leverages his strong technical expertise and industry knowledge to identify opportunities for tax savings, while maintaining a keen focus on mitigating risks and upholding the highest standards of governance.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Tax Manager at Ambev, Rodrigo oversees the end-to-end tax function, including tax planning, compliance, and reporting. He collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to analyze financial data, interpret tax laws, and implement efficient tax strategies that contribute to the company's overall financial performance. Rodrigo's leadership and strategic mindset have been instrumental in driving process improvements and ensuring the organization's tax obligations are met with excellence.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Rodrigo held positions as a Tax Manager at Zé Delivery, Tax Coordinator at Unilever, Carrefour Brasil, and Walmart.com - Brasil. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a steady progression in responsibilities, showcasing his ability to tackle increasingly complex tax challenges and drive tangible business impact. Rodrigo's diverse experience across various industries has equipped him with a well-rounded understanding of tax-related best practices and innovative solutions.
Academic Background
Rodrigo holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (PUC-SP), where he graduated with distinction. He has also completed specialized training in International Tax Planning and Tax Optimization, further enhancing his technical expertise and strategic decision-making capabilities.
Areas of Expertise
- Tax planning and optimization
- Tax compliance and reporting
- Tax risk management
- Financial analysis and business partnering
- Process improvement and operational efficiency
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
Professional Impact
Rodrigo's contributions have been recognized by his peers and industry leaders. At Zé Delivery, he spearheaded a comprehensive tax review that resulted in a 12% reduction in the company's overall tax burden, positively impacting the bottom line. Additionally, his work at Unilever and Carrefour Brasil involved the implementation of innovative tax strategies that yielded significant cost savings and improved the organizations' financial resilience.
Conclusion
With his exceptional technical skills, strategic mindset, and strong leadership capabilities, Rodrigo Weschenfelder is an invaluable asset to Ambev's tax function. Driven by a commitment to excellence and a passion for driving sustainable business growth, he is poised to continue making a meaningful impact on the organizations he serves.
