Financial Reporting Vice President

Felicia Raphel, MBA 214-***-**** • ********@*******.*** • LinkedIn Profile

Strategic Finance Executive

Driving Global Accounting Excellence, Process Optimization and Financial Growth

Results-driven finance executive with over 20 years of experience in global accounting and financial management. Spearheaded operational efficiency through successful ERP system implementations and process optimizations. Excel in leading high-performing teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and streamlining financial reporting processes. Proven track record of reducing costs, improving cash flow, and supporting business growth through strategic financial initiatives and technical accounting expertise.

Areas of Expertise: Financial Reporting - Financial Accounting - Financial Analysis - Internal Controls - General Ledger Accounting - Account Reconciliations - Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance - GAAP - IFRS - ERP System Implementation - Risk Assessment - Audit Management - Cash Flow Optimization - Team Leadership - Process Improvement - Budgeting - Technical Accounting - Vendor Management - Financial Policy Development - Strategic Planning

Key Financial Management and Systems Enhancements Achievements

Led successful conversion of ERP systems: PeopleSoft to Oracle at Brinks, and QuickBooks to NetSuite at Intellicentrics, enhancing financial data accuracy and reporting efficiency

Orchestrated reduction of AP vendor debits by $5M at Fleming and outstanding AR by $7M at BMK, significantly improving cash flow and financial health

Engineered workflow improvements resulting in savings at Fleming, increasing overall team productivity

Accelerated month-end close process by ten days while maintaining 100% compliance with IFRS reporting standards at Intellicentrics

Executive Career Progression

Intellicentrics Inc. 2022 - 2024 VP - Global Controller

Orchestrated leadership and development of a 10-member global accounting team, driving a 35% increase in team efficiency and a 50% reduction in reporting errors

Revolutionized the accounting close process, slashing month-end close time by ten days while ensuring 100% compliance with IFRS reporting standards

Spearheaded three technical accounting research projects, resulting in the successful implementation of a new accounting policy and process, increasing financial accuracy by 10%

Scrutinized 10+ complex transactions, including revenue recognition and employee stock compensation, achieving a 15% reduction in audit adjustments

Played a pivotal role in 5 internal and external audits, contributing to 2 consecutive years of unqualified audit opinions

Engineered five new internal controls through meticulous risk assessment, yielding a 10% reduction in identified control deficiencies

Brinks Inc. 2003 - 2022 Senior Accounting Manager

Cultivated and led a high-performing accounting team of 9, achieving a 20% improvement in productivity and a 25% decrease in turnover rate

Optimized the accounting close process, reducing the close cycle by 10% while maintaining 100% compliance with US GAAP reporting standards

Executed five technical accounting research projects, implementing two new accounting policies and processes, resulting in a 15% improvement in financial reporting accuracy

Served as a critical contributor in 5+ annual internal, external, and Sarbanes-Oxley audits, instrumental in securing 18 years of unqualified audit opinions and a 30% reduction in SOX control deficiencies

Developed and implemented seven internal controls through comprehensive risk assessment, leading to a 10% decrease in financial risks and a 20% improvement in overall control effectiveness

Fleming Inc. 2001 - 2003 Financial Accounting Manager

Spearheaded the collection of $5M in AP vendor debits through strategic vendor management initiatives and negotiation

Engineered staff workflow improvements resulting in a 20% reduction in processing time, significantly enhancing operational efficiency

Led and mentored an accounting team of 5, focusing on skill enhancement and process optimization to drive departmental success

Oversaw the accounting close process, ensuring rigorous compliance with US GAAP and timely, accurate financial reporting

Provided expert technical guidance to support the seamless implementation of new accounting policies and processes

Conducted in-depth reviews of complex transactions, including inventory valuation, and revenue recognition s, to ensure financial statement integrity

BMK Inc. 2001 Interim Controller

Orchestrated a strategic initiative to reduce outstanding AR by $7M through improved collection strategies and enhanced customer engagement

Led and developed a diverse accounting team of 11, fostering cross-functional collaboration and continuous skill development

Directed the accounting close process, guaranteeing accurate and timely reporting of financial information in full compliance with US GAAP

Spearheaded the budget preparation process, aligning financial planning with organizational goals to support strategic decision-making

Optimized cash flow analysis and management, improving overall liquidity and financial stability

Delivered expert technical guidance to facilitate the smooth implementation of new accounting policies and processes, enhancing financial operations

Education

Master of Business Administration - Finance, Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City, OK

Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Cameron University, Lawton, OK

CPA Candidate

Software Proficiency

Oracle/PeopleSoft • NetSuite • OneStream • SAP • QuickBooks • Bill.com • Blackline

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