KARA DAMATO

Marietta, GA ***** • 404-***-**** • ad1zsd@r.postjobfree.com

SOFTWARE SKILLS

SAP, QlikView (business insights), MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel (lookups, pivot tables), Ariba, Coupa, Taulia PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SALTO SYSTEMS Norcross, GA Sept. 2023 to Dec. 2023 Operations Process Quality Manager

Brought in under a new position title just created in order to revise, develop, and ensure smooth and efficient workflows; while validating the foundational structure and skills within Operations teams.

Responsible for process & systems development; and improvement initiatives.

Acting as the driving force in executing the success of our repeatable service system by ensuring accuracy and consistency of processes/procedures through the implementation of streamlined and consistent best practices that are implemented company-wide.

My meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to collaborate effectively with cross- functional teams greatly contributes to building a culture of learning and impact within our organization. I am acting as the driving force behind collecting, organizing, and disseminating crucial operational insights to empower team members to excel in their roles; and better serve our customers. Graphic Packaging International Atlanta, GA Sept. 2022 to April 2023 Senior Credit Analyst (September 2022 – April 2023)

In addition to responsibilities held as a Credit Analyst 2 – eagerly tackled new assignment to oversee receivables for most risky portfolio/segment of business; previously managed by the Director (Mills- export of raw paperboard).

Execution of accounts receivables management/risk mitigation; starting with initial onboarding process/credit risk review, through completion of Order to Cash Flow process in its entirety.

Schedule, compile reporting, and lead monthly calls for five specific plants to track progress made across various issues; identify where action is still needed; as well as field a more collaborative internal environment.

Significant direct positive impact to cash flow/EBITDA goals through collection of aged receivables/discrepancy reconciliation across all assigned accounts - i.e. ~$1.7M of discrepancies dating back to 2020 reconciled from Anheuser Busch alone.

Utilize relationships built with internal and external contacts to create/implement various process improvement initiatives to avoid reoccurrence of all discrepancy types ranging from initial order placement, production and shipping/product receipt, to final payment of goods.

Add focus to bring delinquent customers up-to-date/facilitate continued strong performance; specifying each improvement initiative according to account’s unique circumstances, credit risk profile, and industry segment. Manage/track progress, schedule necessary follow ups; and head reconciliation process to completion

Led QlikView and SAP (S4 Hana, PRD, and GE1) training sessions for large audiences consisting of both existing personnel; as well as those obtained throughout acquisitions.

Prepare month end reporting across multiple business segments to be presented to upper management; highlighting key findings from portfolio reviews in terms of progress made versus action still needed.

Interview and train new hires to full competency; resulting in strong performance and overall value added team performance/goals, as well as decreased turnover within the team. Credit Analyst II (June 2021 to September 2022) June 2021 to Sept. 2022

Continued to consistently analyze receivables; utilizing differentiating factors considered in review on a situational basis (account performance/segment of business).

Researched industry trends consistently to facilitate informed credit decisions/foresee potential red flags. Added focus/attention to detail in this regard throughout pandemic, as some business areas (foodservice, etc.) declined; and others, such as Consumer Products, soared.

Headed project(s)/acted as point of contact, and led many training sessions to facilitate smooth integration of new accounts and internal personnel throughout multiple acquisitions.

Led Lunch & Learn training sessions for all team members on various topics; most of which focused on how to operate/utilize S4 Hana after company-wide system transition.

Responsible for compiling month end reporting for Consumer Products Division as well as Beverage to distribute/discuss with upper management.

Credit Analyst I (August 2019 to June 2021) August 2019 to June 2021

Utilized findings obtained from analysis of external databases and references in order to make informed and substantiated decisions on granting or denying credit requests for new and existing customers.

Routinely analyzed receivables for assigned accounts to identify changes in risk profile/foresee potential red flags.

Prioritized relationship building with internal and external contacts to facilitate receptiveness to suggested improvement strategies regarding timely payments, discrepancy reconciliation, and overall process improvements.

Eagerly volunteered/took on tasks of an Analyst 2 when team member transitioned to new position through management of Beverage portfolio/segment of business in addition to current responsibility of overseeing high-risk Copacker portfolio.

WORK EXPERIENCE DURING COLLEGE

Wiser Wealth Management Marietta, GA January 2018 to May 2019 Office Administrative Support (part-time)

Created prospect folders in preparation for meetings with new clients; as well as maintained/updated CRM database.

Created fillable PDF documents for client completion and internal purposes.

Published an article in the “Healthcare” section of the company website. Allstate Insurance Atlanta, GA May 2017 to August 2017 Intern (part-time)

Tasked with researching and matching processors to individual claims.

Assisted the Loss Adjuster with 10 or more evaluations per day.

Acted as Administrative Assistant to Processors and Adjustors as needed. Talent Tech Squared Marietta, GA August 2016 to June 2017 Recruiting Sourcing Specialist (part-time)

Filled job vacancies by searching through candidates in company’s applicant tracking system.

Conducted first line phone interviews with candidates, then provided a thorough review to the hiring manager. EDUCATION

Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA

B.S. in Administration of Finance, 2019

Cum Laude; GPA 3.62/4.0; Beta Gamma Sigma International Honors Society

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