Rapha Dias

Rapha Dias

PhD Candidate | M.Sc. & MBA | CFO | CHRO | CPO | CCO | Passionate to create and lead High-Performance Teams

CHS Inc.São Paulo, Brazil

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Experience25+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Executive with 24 years of experience leading multicultural teams across different countries and industries, including Agribusiness, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Mining, Sporting Goods, and Retail. International exposure includes almost two years in the United States, with fluency in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, and currently in the process of learning Chinese (Mandarin). Holds Bachelor’s degrees in Economics (Mackenzie) and Accounting (UNIP), a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Business Administration (INSPER), and an MBA in Agribusiness (ESALQ–USP). Currently pursuing a PhD in Controllership, Finance & Management Technology (Mackenzie), reinforcing the ability to bridge academic insight with practical leadership. This solid foundation in economics, accounting, and finance supports strategic decision-making in complex environments. Expertise across all main areas of Finance, Human Resources, and Procurement, with a strong focus on being a trusted Business Partner. Experience includes leading strategic projects such as M&As and divestitures, always preserving company value while addressing statutory and fiduciary requirements. Passionate about creating and leading high-performance teams, transforming organizations to deliver strong results, and driving sustainable impact for both society and shareholders. Committed to advancing the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) agenda. Focused on enabling and fostering a culture of Process, Data, and Technology through strong Change Management practices, prioritizing the Digital Agenda to catalyze sustainable organizational transformation.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • CHS Inc.Current
    Apr 2024–Present· 2 yrs 5 mos
    • Chief Financial Officer, South AmericaCurrent
      Apr 2024–Present
  • Jul 2023–2024· 6 mos
    • CHRO, CPO & CCO (Controls)
      Aug 2023–2024
    • Global Senior Financial Controller
      Jul 2023–Aug 2023
  • Nov 2020–Jun 2023· 2 yrs 7 mos
    • Diretor CargillPrev
      Nov 2020–Jun 2023
  • Jun 2020–Jun 2023· 3 yrs
    • Diretor da Fundação Cargill
      Jun 2020–Jun 2023
  • Mar 2018–Jun 2023· 5 yrs 3 mos
    • LATAM Regional Controller, Accounting & Finance, Vice President
      Jun 2020–Jun 2023
    • Brazil Accounting & Finance, Director
      Mar 2018–Jun 2020
  • Apr 2015–Feb 2018· 2 yrs 10 mos
    • Controllership Director, Brazil
      Apr 2015–Feb 2018
  • 2011–Apr 2015· 4 yrs 3 mos
    • Country Controller, Brazil
      Sep 2014–Apr 2015
    • Internal Controls Manager, Latin America
      Feb 2012–Aug 2014
    • LATAM Technical Accounting Manager
      2011–2012
  • Aug 2001–Dec 2010· 9 yrs 4 mos
    • Manager, Audit
      Jun 2009–Dec 2010
    • Senior Auditor - International Assignment
      Sep 2007–May 2009
    • Audit Senior
      Aug 2004–Aug 2007
    • Audit Assistant
      Aug 2001–Jul 2004

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD (in progress)

Finance, Controlling and Technology Management

Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie

Master of Science - MSc, Stricto Sensu

Business Administration

Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Latu Sensu

Agribusiness

Escola Superior de Agricultura "Luiz de Queiroz"

Bachelor

Accounting Sciences

Universidade Paulista

Bachelor

Economics Sciences

Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie

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Rapha Dias
Vice Chair & President
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer

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Skills & Expertise

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Community SupportFinancial GoalsP&L ManagementLeading transformational changeOrganization SkillsBudget ControlRevenue ManagementAnnual PlanningNegotiationBusiness TransformationStakeholder ManagementAnalytical SkillsFinancial OperationsProblem SolvingFinancial PlanningTeam DevelopmentBudgeting & ForecastingFinancial ManagementTeam ManagementManagerial Finance