Valéria Tavares de Souza is a seasoned Internal Controls and Compliance Executive
with over fifteen years of extensive experience managing and enhancing internal control
systems within the pharmaceutical and corporate sectors. A graduate of The State University of Rio de Janeiro with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Valéria is not only fluent in English and Spanish but also adept at navigating and leading in diverse,multinational environments. This ability has been a key factor in her successful career.
Valéria has consistently demonstrated expertise in corporate risk assessment, internal
controls culture deployment, and compliance management throughout her career. From
2009 to 2023, she served as the Internal Controls Manager and Regional Ethics Officer
at Aspen Pharma, where she was instrumental in identifying and mitigating corporate
risks. Her role involved designing and implementing key policies and procedures,
managing internal and external audits, and establishing robust reporting mechanisms to
ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
Before her tenure at Aspen Pharma, Valéria held critical positions in various
organizations, including as the Internal Controls Coordinator at Elsevier, where she was
responsible for aligning corporate policies with global practices. Her earlier experience
includes managing financial and accounting operations at Saipem Brazil and
implementing Sarbanes-Oxley compliance measures at Dentsply Manufacturing &
Trading.
Valéria’s foundational career in auditing with KPMG, where she developed her skills in
internal controls and financial auditing across various industries, is a testament to her
comprehensive understanding of financial regulations and compliance standards. Her
journey through roles such as Accounting Supervisor and Auditing Assistant has
equipped her with the necessary expertise to excel in the field of internal controls and
compliance.
Valéria’s commitment to continuous learning and development is evident in her
participation in several supplementary courses focused on compliance and auditing,
including international workshops and congresses. Her active membership in the
Compliance Women Committee (CWC), where she advocates for gender diversity and
inclusion within the compliance profession further demonstrates her dedication to the
field.
Valéria Tavares de Souza’s extensive background and her passion for ethical
governance and internal controls position her as a leader in the field dedicated to
fostering a culture of integrity and accountability in organizations.