Victor Guevara
Chief Financial Officer, ANZ | Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Professional Overview
Victor Guevara is an accomplished finance executive with over 20 years of experience across the consumer goods and retail industries. As the Chief Financial Officer for ANZ at Elanco, he is responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy, reporting, and operations in the Australia and New Zealand markets.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As Chief Financial Officer for ANZ at Elanco, Victor is responsible for leading the company's financial functions, including forecasting, budgeting, and performance management. He works closely with the regional leadership team to drive strategic decision-making and ensure operational efficiency. Under his financial stewardship, the ANZ business has achieved consistent year-over-year growth and maintained a strong balance sheet.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Elanco, Victor held several senior finance roles at leading consumer brands. As Chief Financial Officer for Coty Luxury Australia & NZ at Coty Inc., he was instrumental in integrating the company's luxury division and driving profitability improvements. He also served as Chief Financial Officer for Wella Australia & NZ at Procter & Gamble, where he led the financial planning and analysis for the company's salon-professional haircare business. Earlier in his career, Victor held various finance analyst and manager positions at Procter & Gamble, gaining broad experience in corporate finance, business development, and operational finance.
Academic Background
Victor holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Melbourne, with a specialization in Finance. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed executive leadership programs at the Harvard Business School.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Mergers and acquisitions integration
- Cost optimization and profitability improvement
- Financial reporting and control
- Strategic business partnering
- Leading high-performing finance teams
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Victor has demonstrated a track record of driving financial excellence and business transformation. At Coty, he spearheaded the integration of the luxury division, leading to significant cost savings and margin expansion. At Procter & Gamble, he was recognized for his innovative approaches to financial analysis and his contributions to the company's customer-centric initiatives.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in the consumer goods industry and proven leadership in finance, Victor Guevara is well-positioned to drive the continued success of Elanco's ANZ business. His strategic financial acumen, coupled with his ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, make him a valuable asset to the organization.
