Thomaz Culhari

Thomaz Culhari

Head of FP&A @ LongPing High-Tech

About

Financial executive with strategic experience in FP&A, Controllership, Accounting, Audit, and Governance, having worked in multinational companies, family-owned groups, and mid-to-large organizations across the agribusiness, industrial, and services sectors. Strong track record as a strategic advisory partner to senior leadership, connecting financial planning, growth strategy, and operational execution. Solid experience in budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management (indirect method), product pricing, financial feasibility analysis (DCF/NPV), margin governance, and support for strategic decision-making. Extensive experience in Accounting and Financial Reporting under BRGAAP, USGAAP, IFRS, and CPC, including direct leadership in managing relationships with external auditors (Big4), both from the audit firm side and the audited company perspective, ensuring technical quality, compliance, and transparency of financial statements. Relevant experience in tax management, leading teams responsible for direct taxes (IRPJ/CSLL) and indirect taxes (ICMS, PIS, and COFINS), as well as active participation in Brazilian Tax Reform projects, covering operational, financial, and system (ERP) impacts. Frequent interaction with government authorities, including statutory filings and tax audits. Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams, managing structures of up to 25 professionals (direct and indirect), and driving transformational projects such as SAP S/4HANA implementations, financial model restructuring, creation of structured finance operations (FIDC/fintech), and development of KPI-based management platforms focused on profitability and cash generation. Member of the Fiscal Council of a Closed Pension Fund Entity (MercerPrev – EFPC), with responsibilities focused on prudential oversight, risk management, regulatory compliance, and the integrity of internal controls, in alignment with PREVIC guidelines. Member of IBEF Campinas (Brazilian Institute of Finance Executives), actively participating in technical discussions, knowledge sharing, and debates on finance, governance, market trends, and executive leadership. Executive MBA in Finance – Insper · Active CRC (CPA equivalent in Brazil) · Green Belt Certification · Proficient in English and German 📧 thomazculhari@yahoo.com.br 📱 +55 19 99246-1454

Country

Brazil

City

São Paulo

Industry

Financial Services

Skill

Análise e planejamento financeiro corporativo, Padrões de contabilidade, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), Insights de negócios, Sistemas operacionais, Competências interpessoais, Comando de incidentes, Negócios, Habilidades analíticas, Gestão de tesouraria, Contabilidade financeira, ERP (Planejamento de recursos empresariais), Contabilidade estatuária, Gestão de lucros e perdas, Controle de orçamento, Contabilidade de custos, Orçamento, planejamento e previsão, Dashboards, Contabilidade fiscal, Alemão

Experience

LongPing High-Tech

Head of FP&A

LongPing High-Tech

LinkedIn
2024-1 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

São Paulo, Brazil

• Direct report to the Vice-President of Finance, with regular interaction on finance-related matters with the President of Finance, Brazil CEO and Global CEO. • Leadership of teams of up to 20 professionals. • Led the full budgeting process (annual budget, revisions, and monthly reporting). • Managed cash flow in close collaboration with the Treasury team. • Actively monitored S&OP alongside Marketing and Sales areas. • Oversaw the cost center structure and systemic financial KPIs. • Conducted financial feasibility analyses for new businesses and strategic projects. • Performed monthly calculations of direct taxes. • Supported external audit on topics under my leadership. • Participated in the tax committee, mainly focusing on discussions related to direct taxes. • Led the pricing process based on hybrid margins and volume projections. Key Achievements • Restructured the financial planning model by integrating budget, forecast, and monthly controls. • Added FP&A to pricing governance, linking budget, product margins, and S&OP to define next-cycle pricing in advance. • Strengthened alignment between technical, commercial, and financial teams in the company’s strategic decisions. • Developed financial KPIs per product and for all areas of the company, supporting strategic decision-making and monthly performance tracking.

MercerPrev – Multi-Sponsor Pension Fund

Fiscal Board Member

MercerPrev – Multi-Sponsor Pension Fund

2024-7 - Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

São Paulo, Brazil

• Independent governance role, reporting collectively to the Fiscal Council and regulatory authorities. • No direct team management; role focused on oversight, supervision, critical analysis and strategic deliberation. • Oversight of the EFPC’s economic-financial and actuarial management, ensuring compliance with PREVIC regulations and applicable legislation • Periodic review of financial statements and adherence to the annual budget • Assessment of internal controls, financial risk, and prudential governance • Monitoring budget execution and the entity’s cash flow • Participation in ordinary and extraordinary Fiscal Board meetings, deliberating on strategic and relevant matters for members and beneficiaries Key Achievements • Monitored and approved budget execution in accordance with PREVIC guidelines • Contributed to strengthening governance and transparency in financial reporting • Played an active role in prudential supervision and strategic decision-making within the entity

Grupo Real

Corporate Controller

Grupo Real

LinkedIn
2020-1 - 2023-12 · 4 yrs

Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil

• Direct report to the CFO, with strong interaction across other business units and with the Executive Board, composed of directors who are also company shareholders (family-owned business). • Leadership of 20+ professionals, across direct and indirect teams in Accounting, FP&A, Financial Reporting, Tax, and FIDC Operations (Brazilian credit receivables investment fund). • Led the Accounting, FP&A, and Financial Reporting, Tax, and FIDC Operations teams • Prepared the annual budget with monthly reviews and rolling forecast • Managed monthly and annual closings, including leadership in external audit procedures • Structured internal controls across all finance areas • Conducted economic-financial feasibility analyses for new business initiatives • Active participant in the tax committee, mainly on direct tax matters • Developed structured projects (receivables investment funds – FIDC / fintech initiatives) • Implemented the SAP S/4HANA ERP system Key Achievements • Reduced accounting closing time from 120 days to 5 business days • Prepared the company for Big 4 external audit, with an unqualified opinion • Created a proprietary structured receivables investment fund (FIDC) / fintech platform • Standardized cost centers, KPIs, and performance analysis models • Built the pricing function with FP&A support • Strengthened financial governance and established a systemic budgeting process

Cargill

Accounting Team Manager

Cargill

LinkedIn
2017-1 - 2019-12 · 3 yrs

Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brasil

• Direct report to RTR Senior Management, with strong interaction with internal stakeholders, including local Finance Director, Headquarters Finance teams in Minneapolis, and the Board of Directors in Brazil. • Led a team of up to 10 professionals responsible for accounting consolidation (US GAAP and BR GAAP) • Delivered monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to the U.S. headquarters • Coordinated external audit procedures • Presented annual results to the Board of Directors • Calculated the entity’s consolidated income tax • Conducted training sessions for other accounting teams Key Achievements • Fully structured the consolidation process, including a new control framework • Enhanced the level of corporate governance and accounting compliance • Implemented recurring internal training programs to reinforce technical alignment

Deloitte

Audit Senior / Audit Associate

Deloitte

LinkedIn
2011-9 - 2017-2 · 5 yrs 6 mos

Campinas, São Paulo, Brasil

• Direct report to Audit Managers or Senior Managers, with strong interaction and exposure to the Engagement Partners, as well as collaboration with service lines such as Tax Advisory and Consulting. • Leadership and coordination of audit teams ranging from 5 to 10 professionals, depending on the size and complexity of the engagements. • Coordinated and supervised audit teams for clients in manufacturing and agribusiness sectors • Performed internal controls and financial statement testing • Audited financial statements under BR GAAP and US GAAP standards • Managed client relationships and audit timelines Key Achievements • Led a highly complex commodities audit project with significant technical requirements • Received internal recognition for commitment, diligence, and reliability • Developed strong client communication and relationship-building skills

Education

Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa

Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa

LinkedIn

Finance

2023-10 - 2025-9 · 2 yrs
Universidade Paulista

Universidade Paulista

LinkedIn

Accounting

2012-2 - 2018-8 · 6 yrs 7 mos
Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho

Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho

LinkedIn

Administration

2007-3 - 2010-12 · 3 yrs 10 mos

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