Financial Analyst Planning
Resume:
Ama Djoman
Senior Financial Analyst
*****************@*****.*** • 240-***-****
LinkedIn • Hagerstown, MD
Strategic and results-driven Financial Analyst with over a decade of experience in managing multi-million-dollar budgets and aligning financial strategies with corporate objectives. Skilled in financial planning, analysis, and reporting. Proven track record of identifying cost-saving opportunities and improving financial processes. Proficient in financial modeling, budget forecasting, and variance analysis. Strong analytical skills, able to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations. Excellent communication and presentation abilities with a focus on delivering clear and concise financial insights to stakeholders. Proactive problem-solver with a strong ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Team player with a collaborative mindset, capable of building strong relationships across departments.
Areas of Expertise
● Financial Analysis
● Annual Planning
● Regulatory Compliance
● Financial Reporting
● Budgeting & Forecasting
● Project Financial Tracking
● Financial Accounting
● Cost Control
● Variance & Trend Analysis
Professional Experience
Experis France (ManpowerGroup' Subsidiary), Nantes, France 01/2019 — 11/2023 IT Financial Analyst
Prepared and analyzed monthly financial reports, including forecasting and variance analysis, for IT projects and recurring costs in collaboration with eight IT leaders. Led regular meetings with 10 project managers to enhance accuracy in project forecasting. Performed cost-benefit analyses to guide strategic decision-making on IT investments and initiatives. Managed chargeback processes between Experis and associated subsidiaries.
● Achieved a 70% increase in budget-to-expense accuracy by effectively managing and overseeing a 10M€ ($11M) IT budget.
● Increased efficiency by 40% by leading the successful transition to a new software platform (Abraxio) for managing IT Department budgets, timesheets, and projects.
● Reduced invoice validation time by 50% by implementing and maintaining an efficient validation process.
● Reduced variances between forecasts and actual expenses by 95% through the reconciliation of accounting data and budget, managing over 500 financial transactions monthly.
● Mitigated non-compliance risk by 30% by overseeing software license contracts, managing support renewals, and monitoring purchase orders.
Services Epargne Entreprise (SG, BNP Paribas, HSBC, AXA Bank’s JV), Nantes, France 06/ 2012 — 01/2019 IT Financial Analyst
Oversaw a 30M€ ($33M) IT budget, developing forecasts and tracking business plans for over 4 major IT projects. Created and delivered monthly financial reports to management, facilitating strategic planning. Partnered with the finance department to manage and finalize month-end, quarterly, and yearly accounting closings. Reviewed invoices and purchase orders to verify alignment with budgets and financial objectives.
● Enhanced efficiency by 20% by designing and introducing effective procedures for the Financial Analysis Department.
● Led financial analysis efforts, contributing to 65% of the final decision in selecting new suppliers. Education
Master of Science, Internal auditing and Financial Planning & Analysis Toulouse Business School, France - 2013
Master of Science, Corporate Finance and Financial Planning & Analysis IAE Nancy School of Management, France - 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration – Major in Finance Accounting Universiapolis – International University of Agadir, Morocco - 2009 Technical Skills
Microsoft Office Suite (Proficient in Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook) G Suite Abraxio Languages
English – Full Professional Proficiency French – Native Proficiency
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