David García Mata

Reporting to the VP of Accounting. As a senior finance leader at Celonis—recognized by Gartner and Forrester as a global leader in execution management—I had the opportunity to grow alongside one of the most dynamic SaaS startups, which evolved from unicorn status in 2018 to a decacorn by 2021. This role marked my first experience in a startup environment and allowed me to take full ownership of building and scaling the Global Billing & Collections team from scratch at the Madrid hub. Over the last 5 years, I’ve led a team of talented, motivated, and high-performing professionals to support the company’s rapid global expansion across 20+ legal entities, with a strong focus on process excellence, and automation. Working closely with cross-functional stakeholders in Sales, Deal Desk, Professional Services, Finance Operations, and Product, I’ve driven measurable improvements across the Order-to-Cash (O2C) cycle. Key Achievements & Contributions: -Built and led the global Billing & Collection team in Madrid, supporting 20+ entities worldwide within a centralized, scalable hub model. -Increased automation in billing operations by raising the touchless invoice ratio from 2% to 62% , significantly improving speed and accuracy. -Reduced billing error rates to below 1%, by implementing clear process controls, standard operating procedures, and KPI-driven performance tracking. -Enhanced contract management and PO tracking, introducing upstream controls and review mechanisms to ensure billing readiness and compliance. -Led the transformation of PS Billing, reducing turnaround time from 15 days to just 5 days. -Improving DSO and customer satisfaction. - Designed and implemented Bill-Run Preview controls, improving accuracy and team accountability before invoice issuance. - Strengthened cross-functional collaboration with Deal Desk, FinOps, and Sales, aligning billing processes with business objectives.

As part of a fast-growing pre-IPO tech company and global leader in process mining, I led the development and execution of the billing and collections strategy, supporting 20+ international entities and driving scalable, high-impact processes within a centralized hub model. My role combined team leadership, systems transformation, policy design, and cross-functional collaboration. Delivering measurable improvements in DSO, cash flow, compliance, and audit readiness. Key Achievements & Responsibilities: -Developed and enforced a global billing and collections framework and credit policies to mitigate risk and improve cash performance, consistently achieving or exceeding collection targets. -Managed the day-to-day operations of a global billing and collections team, ensuring timely, accurate billing and proactive dispute resolution across regions. -Led the implementation of system enhancements, streamlining invoice generation and scaling collection processes across geographies. - Owned and presented monthly and quarterly close deliverables, including AR reconciliations, aging analysis, and bad debt reserves (Allowance for Doubtful Accounts). -Partnered with FP&A to set realistic, data-informed collection targets and improve forecast accuracy. -Conducted data-driven analysis to identify trends, optimize processes, and support continuous improvement across the O2C cycle. -Acted as the main point of escalation for internal and external billing/collection concerns, balancing stakeholder expectations while protecting company interests. -Built and mentored a high-performing, international team, fostering development, performance, and succession planning in a dynamic and high-visibility environment. -Played a key role in cross-functional projects, ensuring billing and collections were fully represented in strategic company initiatives.

As Global O2C Manager at SGS, I led the end-to-end transformation of billing and collections processes across more than 100 countries, reporting directly to the CFO and collaborating with executive leadership (EVPs, Country MDs, Group Tax, IT, and Internal Controls) to drive global standardization, operational efficiency, and cash flow improvements. I acted as a strategic owner and gatekeeper of the global billing process, ensuring compliance with the company’s end-to-end O2C framework while continuously identifying and implementing process enhancements. My role involved designing, leading, and executing complex, cross-border projects that resulted in tangible business impact. Key Achievements: -Spearheaded the migration of over 100 local billing systems into a unified global ERP (Oracle EBS), following a period of high acquisition activity, improving reporting cycles and reducing consolidation time from 7 days to just 2. -Established Shared Service Centers in Poland and South Africa, building and centralizing billing and collection teams for the regions, enabling consistent delivery and scalable service. -Delivered 15% cost reduction and FTE's optimization across multiple international projects in the UK, Spain, Poland, South Africa, Russia, the Netherlands, India, US and Mexico. -Successfully implemented O2C processes in Oracle EBS, improving control, automation, and visibility across global operations. -Achieved a 20% reduction in DSO globally and decreased time to invoice from 100+ days to just 3 days in key markets, with a measurable impact on working capital and cash flow health. This role solidified my expertise in finance transformation, ERP implementation, and global O2C operations, positioning me as a results-driven leader capable of delivering scalable finance solutions in complex, multicultural environments.

Bio-Rad is a global leader in the bio-pharmaceutical and life sciences industry, providing products and systems used for scientific research, healthcare, and diagnostics in over 100 countries. As part of the EMEA finance organization, I reported to the EMEA Finance Controller and played a key role in the company’s finance transformation and ERP optimization strategy across the region. I served as a local finance lead and transformation driver, ensuring compliance with global standards while providing accounting and operational support across Order to Cash (O2C) revenue accounting, statutory reporting, tax compliance, and process improvements. I was also part of the Mariposa Global SAP Project Team, supporting the rollout of SAP and the harmonization of finance processes, systems, and policies. Key Responsibilities & Achievements: -Led the migration of local billing and collections functions to Bio-Rad’s Shared Service Center in Watford, UK, ensuring a smooth transition and operational continuity. -Supported the reagent rental revenue process, working closely with commercial and SSC teams to maintain contract integrity and accounting accuracy. -Managed local compliance in fixed assets, commissioning accounting, and T&E expense validation, aligning with both local statutory requirements and corporate policies. -Played a critical role in SAP implementation (Mariposa Project) by optimizing ERP performance, improving finance workflows, and implementing new accounting structures for O2C aligned with the global finance strategy. -Acted as a bridge between local finance, EMEA leadership, and the ESSC (European Shared Services Center), contributing to process alignment, efficiency, and business continuity during system and structural changes. This experience enhanced my expertise in finance transformation, shared service center (SSC) setup, SAP ERP systems, and regional finance leadership within the biopharmaceutical industry.

MicroStrategy is a global leader in enterprise analytics and business intelligence solutions, delivering software and services to help organizations leverage data for strategic advantage. As Finance Controller for Spain and Portugal, reporting to the EMEA Finance VP, I played a pivotal role in enabling operational excellence, compliance, and financial process transformation in a high-growth, fast-paced software environment. My responsibilities spanned revenue recognition, billing operations, credit management, and the full Order-to-Cash cycle, while leading critical initiatives tied to the design and deployment of Shared Services and Centers of Excellence across EMEA. Key Achievements & Responsibilities: -Acted as Revenue Controller under SOP-97 and IFRS, ensuring compliance and accurate revenue recognition across complex software and service deals. -Partnered with sales to structure compliant deals, maintain VSOE analysis, and lead all deal reviews, documentation, and approvals, including SOX key control sign-off and deal matrix reconciliation. -Supported the creation of the EMEA Finance Center of Excellence (COE) in London and the Shared Service Center (SSC) in Poland, developing new organizational models and finance structures. -Led ERP optimization and implementation projects, integrating SAP and JD Edwards (JDE), and supporting PSA consulting tools like Changepoint. -Oversaw full billing and cash collection process, from order management to invoice. -Served as the POC for internal and external auditors, holding power of attorney for contract execution in the Iberia region. -Delivered internal training programs on finance policies for the Sales and Legal departments, and introduced Lean Six Sigma improvements to enhance finance operations and controls. This experience deepened my expertise in O2C, software revenue recognition, finance transformation, shared services strategy, and system/process optimization in a multinational tech environment.

Estrella Federal Record is a boutique Spanish family-owned music production and artist management company based in Madrid, specializing in recording projects, live music events, and musician representation across Spain. As Business Finance Manager, I reported directly to the General Director and was responsible for overseeing all financial and operational aspects of the business, combining financial control, project management, and contract governance in a dynamic, creative environment. Key Responsibilities & Achievements: -Led the finance function of the company, managing accounting operations, financial reporting, and end-to-end cash management, ensuring compliance with Spanish tax and statutory requirements. -Oversaw project financial planning for recording sessions and live concert productions, aligning budgets with business strategy and maintaining cost control throughout production cycles. -Acted as the contract reviewer and negotiator for partnerships with artists, recording studios, producers, vendors, and royalty management firms, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation. -Spearheaded the implementation of a CRM and ERP system, streamlining invoicing, payments, and royalty reporting while improving data visibility and internal coordination. -Handled the billing and collections process, vendor payments, and the full cash flow cycle, ensuring timely transactions and financial stability. -Supported business development and commercial decisions with financial insight, contributing to both operational growth and artistic success. This experience gave me a well-rounded foundation in finance management, creative industry operations, and contractual and operational risk control, while developing adaptability and strategic thinking in a fast-moving, high-visibility business setting.

Master in Financial Management and Accounting.