PhD Maria Carrasco Larios
About me
Data Scientist and Financial Specialist with a PhD in Big Data and Quantitative Finance and over 10 years of international experience in financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and cash flow management across the public, private, and NGO sectors. Expert in leveraging data to support strategic decision-making. Advanced proficiency in applications such as Excel, Power BI, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, R, and Python, applied to modeling, forecasting, optimization, and risk management. Experienced in report automation, data visualization, and predictive analytics to drive efficiency and growth.
Data Scientist and Financial Specialist with a PhD in Big Data and Quantitative Finance and over 10 years of international experience across the public, private, and NGO sectors. My professional background combines advanced quantitative analysis with strategic financial management, enabling organizations to make data-driven decisions that enhance performance, transparency, and sustainability.
I have extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and risk assessment, as well as in the design and implementation of analytical models for forecasting and optimization. I specialize in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that support executive decision-making and long-term strategic planning.
I possess advanced technical skills in Excel, Power BI, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, R, and Python, applying these tools to financial modeling, predictive analytics, automation of reporting processes, and interactive data visualization. My work focuses on improving operational efficiency, strengthening financial controls, and identifying growth opportunities through rigorous quantitative analysis and innovative data solutions.