Sergio Cunha

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Professional Overview
Sergio Cunha is an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with extensive experience in financial management, strategic planning, and operational optimization. He is known for his ability to drive organizational growth and efficiency through data-driven decision-making and strong financial acumen.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the CFO at INEGI Porto and OPT - Optimização e Planeamento de Transportes, Sergio is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting. He plays a key role in aligning financial strategies with the companies' business objectives, ensuring optimal resource allocation and financial performance. Additionally, Sergio serves on the Board of Directors at Ideias Avancadas - Inovacao e Transferencia de Tecnologia, SA and Condominio Empresarial do Barroco, contributing his financial expertise to guide strategic decisions and drive long-term value creation.

Career Progression
Throughout his career, Sergio has demonstrated a proven track record of financial leadership and business transformation. Prior to his current roles, he held various finance-related positions, where he consistently delivered improved financial results, implemented cost-saving initiatives, and supported the successful execution of strategic initiatives. Sergio's ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor to executive leadership teams.

Academic Background
Sergio holds a Master's degree in Finance from the University of Porto, where he honed his expertise in financial analysis, corporate finance, and strategic decision-making. His academic achievements include graduating with distinction and actively participating in research projects that contributed to his depth of knowledge in the field.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Cash flow management and forecasting

• Risk management and mitigation

• Financial reporting and compliance

• Strategic financial decision-making

• Operational efficiency and cost optimization

• Cross-functional collaboration and leadership

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Sergio has made significant contributions to the organizations he has served. Notable achievements include:

• Spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system at INEGI Porto, resulting in a 20% improvement in financial reporting accuracy and a 15% reduction in administrative costs.

• Developed and executed a comprehensive debt restructuring strategy at OPT - Optimização e Planeamento de Transportes, leading to a 30% reduction in interest expenses and improved financial resilience.

• Served on the Board of Directors at Ideias Avancadas - Inovacao e Transferencia de Tecnologia, SA, providing strategic financial guidance that contributed to the successful launch of two new innovative products.

Conclusion
Sergio Cunha is a seasoned CFO with a proven track record of driving financial excellence and supporting organizational growth. His in-depth understanding of financial management, coupled with his strategic mindset and collaborative leadership style, make him a valuable asset to the companies he serves. Sergio is committed to leveraging his expertise to contribute to the long-term success and sustainability of the organizations he is involved with.