Sergio Lenharo

CFO @ StoneX Brasil

About

Finance professional with 20+ years of experience in global financial markets, with a consistent track record of building and leading high-performing finance teams, structuring operations, and enabling strategic growth in complex, regulated environments. From launching finance functions in newly established brokerage firms to scaling global commodity operations, I’ve played a hands-on role in transformational moments; contributing to spinoffs, M&A integrations, and operational turnarounds across Brazil, the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Currently heading the Finance team at Hedgepoint Global Markets, I oversee financial operations across six countries, supporting the company’s expansion as an independent player in commodity derivatives. My journey has also included key leadership roles at ED&F Man Capital Markets, StoneX, Standard Chartered, and J.P. Morgan; always with a strong focus on, finance, governance and controls. Background in Business Administration (FGV) and Accounting (Registered Accountant), combining technical expertise with strategic insight.

Country

Brazil

City

São Paulo

Industry

Financial Services

Skill

Controle interno, Administração financeira, Habilidades de coordenação, Contabilidade gerencial, Demonstrações financeiras, Planejamento financeiro, Habilidades analíticas, Liderança, Desenvolvimento de negócios, Serviços financeiros, Estratégia, Contabilidade, Relatórios financeiros, Contabilidade financeira, Monitoramento contínuo, Finanças, Serviços bancários, Planejamento estratégico, Mercados financeiros, Orçamento

Experience

CFO

StoneX Brasil

2025-7 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

São Paulo, Brasil

Finance Director

Hedgepoint Global Markets

2021-1 - 2025-6 · 4 yrs 6 mos

Campinas, São Paulo, Brasil

Leads the Finance team of a global operation spanning Brazil, USA, Uruguay, Switzerland, Singapore, and UAE. Manages 17 team members and oversees external accounting and tax providers. Responsible for accounting, financial reporting, tax, FP&A, and treasury. Permanent guest to the Board of Directors, contributing to governance and strategic decisions. Played a key role in Hedgepoint’s spinoff from ED&F Man, leading the setup of financial operations and compliance frameworks, and supporting the company’s growth as an independent entity across multiple jurisdictions.

Division CFO

ED&F Man Commodities

2015-8 - 2021-1 · 5 yrs 6 mos

Brazil

Built and led the Finance Department of ED&F Man Capital Markets’ Commodity Derivatives Division from the ground up, following the firm’s entry into Brazil. Played a key role in the regulatory and operational setup of the local broker-dealer (DTVM). Oversaw accounting, financial reporting, FP&A, and cash management, ensuring full alignment with UK headquarters through monthly closings and division consolidation. Actively supported the Executive Committee in strategic investment decisions. Established and expanded the Brazil OTC Commodities desk, transforming it into a global operation that was eventually spun off and sold to Hedgepoint.

CFO

StoneX Brasil

2012-6 - 2015-8 · 3 yrs 3 mos

São Paulo e Região, Brasil

Led the restructuring of the Finance team and key support areas, positioning the company for expansion in Brazil and ensuring compliance with new regulatory frameworks. Oversaw all back-office operations in Brazil and Paraguay, including Finance, Operations, HR, and IT, managing a 19-person team. Played a central role in strengthening the company’s operational backbone during a period of strategic growth.

Senior Financial Officer

Standard Chartered

2010-2 - 2012-6 · 2 yrs 5 mos

São Paulo e Região, Brasil

Structured the Finance function for the launch of Standard Chartered’s Investment Bank in Brazil, designing and implementing core processes for financial accounting, regulatory capital (Basel II), and local and IFRS reporting. Played a key role in establishing compliance with both Bacen and global standards, laying the foundation for scalable operations in a newly formed business unit.

Finance Manager

J.P. Morgan

2004-1 - 2010-1 · 6 yrs 1 mo

São Paulo e Região, Brasil

Progressed from intern to Associate over six years, eventually leading the US GAAP Accounting team. Responsible for the preparation and analysis of financial statements and for shaping internal policies and procedures. Actively contributed to strategic initiatives as part of the New Products Approval Committee, supporting the rollout of new business opportunities.