Maihuyen (Wendy) Le
*** ********* ***** ( Sandy Springs, GA 30328
770-***-**** ( *****.***@*****.***
BUSINESS AND FINANCE ANALYST
Highly motivated and experienced candidate with expert proficiency leading
financial analysis efforts for a leading Fortune 500 corporation. Seasoned
advisor to executive management with extensive experience performing in-
depth business and financial analysis, including forecasting, statistical
research, modeling, data analysis, and reporting. Regarded for the unique
ability to implement innovative business strategies that re-engineer
processes and yield measurable cost savings and revenue growth.
Areas of Expertise:
Financial Analysis . Operational Efficiency . Project Planning & Execution
. Team Leadership
Strategic Analysis . Multicultural Agility . Communication & Presentation .
Vendor Management . Global Accounting
Counsel to Executive Management . Reconciliation . Coaching and Mentoring .
Special Projects
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UPS, Atlanta, GA
Accounting Supervisor (2010 to Present)
Fulfill a key role effectively managing a team of four specialists engaged
in the tracking of accounting processes for the general ledgers of six
offices of this global provider of shipping, freight, logistics, and supply
chain management. Reviewed and approved journal entries, intercompany
transactions, and account reconciliation to ensure completeness and
accuracy. Engaged in variance analysis and the production of annual
forecasts. Leveraged superior subject matter expertise to serve as a coach
and mentor to junior team members. Provided executive oversight of the
approval process for all international clients and vendors.
. Selected by the company to travel to a variety of international
locations, contributing specialized skill and expertise to
successfully complete on-site projects.
. Assumed a lead role in the creation of a standardized process to
perform annual filing reconciliation, conforming international
accounting practices from Europe and Asia to US GAAP standards.
. Led the deployment of the Plan of Accounting Excellence to ensure
compliance with multiple international offices with the targeted
financial scorecard.
. Spearheaded the integration of the accounting function of new
operations in Vietnam, including all hiring, training, and vendor
selection for payroll and general ledger software applications.
. Served as an integral advisor to senior management in the
determination of a currency hedge.
UPS, Atlanta, GA
Financial Analyst (2005-2009)
Instrumental in coordinating and leading financial analysis of all global
operations, including review of general accounting processes that included
the creation and processing of monthly journal entries. Served as the
primary point of contact for members of the International Team on all
issues affecting GAAP, internal controls, audits, training, and general
financial inquiries. Directed all monthly accounting activity for
subsidiaries in the Asia-Pacific region. Trained all international staff
on system and reporting tool usage.
. Contributed to the closure of a long-standing currency exposure, with
liability of $32 million.
. Successfully reduced the production timeframe for dividend
appropriation packages from 3 hours to 30 minutes.
. Developed and implemented a mapping tool to reconcile China's
financial system to the Oracle general ledger, improving China's
analytical processes.
. Contributed additional service and expertise participating in multiple
special projects affecting mergers, liquidation of subsidiaries,
corrections of earnings, P&L roll-forwards, and the development of
internal procedures.
. Leveraged superior linguistic and interpersonal skills to overcome
cultural and language differences while working with a global network
of colleagues and personnel.
NASD INC., Boca Raton, FL
Examiner (2004-2005)
Entrusted with leading compliance and operational audits of brokerage firms
for this leading private-sector provider of financial regulatory services.
Diligently monitored the net capital movement of client firms, while
ensuring that client investments remained in alignment with risk levels and
investment objectives.
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
BBA, Finance - 2004
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Honor Student - Completed undergraduate degree program in three years
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Oracle 11i, Khalix, Hyperion Financial Data
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