Financial Analyst and Engineer

Charlene Orange

Financial Analyst

Stockbridge, GA 30281

********.******@*****.*** - 734-***-****

I am a financial analyst focused on working in accounting and general ledger functions. I have experience in account reconciliations, journal entries, auditing, customer transaction functions, and specialized reporting.

• Directed and supervised daily work assignments of air ramp union employees in loading of Unit Load Devices onto various UPS aircraft (DC8, 757, 727) for 2-day and next day air packages

• Directly responsible for on time take off of UPS air crafts under my supervision delivering next day and two day air packages

• Trained new employees in the proper methods and procedures loading of Unit Load Devices onto UPS aircraft according to FAA regulations

• Performed daily time verification, vacation approval, disciplinary actions, distribution of paychecks, and adherence to UPS safety policies and procedures

• Responsible for checking and reporting of equipment condition at beginning and end of shift, proper setup of ramp before and after operation, and timely departure of outbound flights

• Other duties as assigned

University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (Ann Arbor, MI) May 2004 - August 2004 Biosciences Department

Position: Research Assistant

Duties:

• Assisted research scientists with various simulated crash tests and passenger safety projects using Anthropomorphic Test Dummies and cadavers

• Participated in equipment setup and calibration in preparation for safety testing

• Responsible for data collection (local and out of state), analysis, and technical report writing Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation (Ann Arbor, MI) November 2000 -May 2004 Position: Electro-Mechanical Manufacturing Quality Engineer Duties:

• Provided engineering and technical support in the production and service of heart-lung machines and other electro mechanical equipment used in cardiovascular surgery

• Investigated and provided resolution to Customer Complaints and Product Performance Reports

• Managed Product Discrepancy Reports, Deviations, and Corrective & Preventative Actions

• Worked directly with suppliers and Materials Management to resolve new and ongoing quality issues

• Developed, implemented, and trained production and engineering staff on new quality procedure for that followed product from inventory part selection to final shipping tests for special Japan requirements

• Created and implemented manufacturing processes and procedures, and trained all relevant production, logistics, distribution, and engineering staff to such procedures

• Managed obsolete electrical component issues

• Provided specifications for inspection of new parts to Quality Inspectors

• Delegation of various tasks to factory technicians

• Other projects as assigned

Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation (Ann Arbor, MI) November 2000 -May 2004 Position: Product Development Quality Engineer

Duties:

• Member of R&D Design Verification Team for new heart-lung machine used in open heart surgery performing the following duties in support of product launch:

Developed, coordinated, and performed Environmental, Extended Use, and Shipping and Handling Validation Testing

Assisted in Simulated Use Validation Testing with local Perfusionists

Developed, reviewed, and implemented various validation/verification test procedures to be used in the manufacturing process

Responsible for FMEA and Hazard Analysis review and documentation

Compiled and analyzed test information for reports submitted to the FDA for product approval

• Other duties as assigned

WORK EXPERIENCE

Financial Analyst

Acuity Brands Headquarters - Conyers, GA - June 2013 to March 2016 Duties:

• Prepared month end journal entries, AR analysis reporting, account reconciliation reporting, credit balances, and PowerPoint presentations for Acuity management and senior level executives on a monthly basis

• Directly responsible for monthly and weekly general ledger transfers of account receivable information

• Prepared documentation and support for quarterly and year end Ernst and Young shipping audits both internally and externally

• Responsible for maintenance of payment terms for existing and new customers

• Prepared and distributed monthly departmental KPI reports

• Collected and prepared customer data for credit reporting agencies monthly (D&B, Ansonia, NACM)

• Developed standard work instructions for closing, reporting, and forecasting

• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Part Time Teller

Saint Philip Church Federal Credit Union - Atlanta, GA - March 2008 to August 2013 Duties:

• Assisted customers with opening new accounts, Certificates of Deposit, and loan applications

• Received cash/check deposits, process withdrawals, loan payments, and bank checks

• Updated information to customers on new banking products

• Balanced cash drawers daily

• Prepared nightly deposits

• Completed mailings of statements and receipts

• Provided customer service by answering questions and concerns

• Opened and closed credit union for business

• Other duties as assigned by bank manager and loan officer Chapter Programs Coordinator

Saint Philip Church Federal Credit Union - Atlanta, GA - September 2010 to August 2012 September 2010 - August 2012

Duties:

• Served as a resource for program policy and procedure

• Managed responsibilities to achieve Society goals and fiscal performance objectives

• Provided accurate responses to inquires and requests for information and materials to Society members and executive leadership

• Prepared and tracked Expense Reports (domestic and international) for committee members and award recipients and tracked purchase order requests for vendor payment

• Coordinated annual webcast program (11,000+ viewers) including scheduling and travel arrangements for presenters and planning meeting organization

• Created and updated promotional materials both online and hardcopy

• Created and maintained a webcast database to monitor registration and compiled statistics for weekly participant registration report to management using MS Excel and Access

• Prepared and distributed correspondence, lists, memoranda, project summaries, meeting agendas, spreadsheets, and other reports and documents at the request of the Manager of Chapter Programs.

• Other duties as assigned

Management Trainee/Office Manager

Arkansas Best Freight Systems - Conley, GA - January 2006 to July 2009 Duties:

• Managed the day to day activities of office, troubleshooting, and problem solving for staff and customers

• Delegated work to office clerks (cashiers, customer service, appointments, driver check in) to ensure the timely delivery, pick up, and payment of freight moving through our system

• Processed weekly payroll and distribution of paychecks for approximately 300 union and non-union employees

• Participated in union job bidding process and creation of job assignments

• Processed and approved vacations for all hourly employees

• Created spreadsheets and databases for time and attendance reports to Terminal Manager, Local Union representatives and heads, and special reports for corporate as needed

• Programmed in Excel as required for data analysis

• Filled in for dock supervisors and driver dispatchers as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Air Ramp Supervisor

United Parcel Service - Hapeville, GA - October 2004 to January 2006 EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration in Accounting

Clayton State University

August 2014 to Present

Bachelors of Science in Psychology and Human Services Clayton State University

May 2011

Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering

University of Michigan College of Engineering

April 2000

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