Rafael Martin

Rafael Martin is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience in both hospitality and auditing sectors. Currently serving as Group Financial Internal Auditor at Smurfit Kappa since December 2023, Rafael previously held the position of General Manager at Michael JF Wright Hospitality, where significant achievements included enhancing gross profit by 8% and reducing operational expenditure by 23%. Prior to this, Rafael worked as a Senior Auditor at Crowe Ireland and completed an Accounting Trainee role at Keveny Monahan & Co. Rafael's career began as an Export Analyst at Calçados Beira Rio S/A, one of Brazil’s largest footwear companies. Educational qualifications include an ACCA certification and degrees in Accounting and Finance, as well as International Business from Griffith College Dublin and Universidade Feevale, respectively.