Process Improvement Project

Cynthia Sanderson

**** ******* **** ( Waterloo, IL 62298 314-***-****

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professional Summary

Financial Professional with experience working cross-functionally in

multiple industries. Strong analytical skills and proven achievement of

project and process improvement, frequently through the development and

preparation of financial statements for international, GAAP, and

specialized reporting. Detail oriented self-starter with strong

communication and organizational skills who effectively removes barriers

and improves interdepartmental relations.

Process Improvement Financial Reporting

Decision Making Project Management

Problem Resolution Interpersonal Skills

Professional Experience

SSM Healthcare, St. Louis, MO 2010 -

Contract Position - Assistance in reconciliation of the SAP general

ledger with the cost accounting software system. Preparation of adhoc

reports.

Brown shoe Company, St. Louis, MO 2005 - 2009

Senior Accountant - Responsible for month-end close, journal entry

review, variance analysis, preparation and review of account analysis,

adhoc schedules, audit schedules, special projects, budget.

. Initiated and worked with associates to decrease the preparation time

of management reports by 50%. This involved adding self-check

formulas, moving the copying process to an external department, and

standardizing the individual reports.

. Streamlined the closing process from 5 to 3.5 days by eliminating

immaterial accrual entries, assuming responsibilities for adhoc

reports, and developing spreadsheets, which reduce preparation time.

. Improved the review process of a 1.6m trade show. As a result, all

unreconciled items between the forecast and the general ledger were

eliminated and have built a working relationship with the internal

audit department.

General Electric Commercial Distribution Finance, St. Louis, MO 1998 -

2004

(Formerly Deutsche financial services)

Financial Reporting Analyst, Senior Accountant - Responsible for

Securitization reporting and preparation of financial statements.

. Developed and executed a project plan in collaboration with peer

managers that automated the Asset Backed Securities reporting process.

Achieved a productivity lift of 43% by reducing the reporting cycle

by 4 days a month, allowing earlier submission to the SEC and rating

agencies. Enhanced the quality and consistency of Securitization

reporting. Created the ability to generate ad hoc reporting for

external/internal customers.

. Transitioned the international and GAAP financial statement reporting

to the Essbase Database System. Reduced duplicate processes,

eliminated outdated procedures, and implemented new methods, ensuring

consistency, efficiency, and reliability of reports.

. Collaborated with acquisition/integration team to determine system and

process analysis resulting in recommendation of best practices to

senior management. Ensured smooth transition of job responsibilities

by documenting procedures and providing training. Integration was

completed ahead of schedule while maintaining integrity of SEC

reporting.

education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting, St. Louis University

CPA Certified

Computer Skills

Excel, Windows XP, Word, PowerPoint, Hyperion, Essbase, Oracle, SAP, and

GEAC, PeopleSoft

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