Sr. FP&A Analyst

EDUCATION:

Graduate Certificate in Project Management from University of Maryland University College in 2015

Masters in Applied Economics from the Johns Hopkins University in 2011

Bachelors of Science (Honors) in Economics with Minor in International Relations from the University of the West Indies in 2006

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Williams Scotsman, West Palm Beach, Florida

Sr. Financial Analyst

May 2015-Present

Actively participate in the creation and maintenance of quarterly forecasts and annual financial budget.

Prepare Month End Financial Reports to outline variance drivers to Plan / Forecast and YoY changes.

Help lead finance reviews with business and functional staff, including revenue, expense and headcount variance analysis, with ability to link financial results to operating drivers and recommend actions to support cost reduction and margin improvement objectives.

Identify and lead in the implementation of process improvement initiatives.

Prepare and maintain dashboards and financial models to support strategic initiative decision-making.

Assist with implementation of financial planning and reporting software solution, customizing it to meet the needs of the users.

Support the creation and presentation of materials and analytics for investors, analysts, and Board of Directors.

Coordinate and fulfill requests for financial and SOX compliance audits.

Lead the Month End Close to ensure financial accuracy across work order reporting systems including coordination of month end accruals and deferrals.

Develop ad hoc financial and operational analysis upon request of management.

Baltimore City Public Schools, Baltimore, Maryland

Sr. Business Analyst

July 2011 – May 2015

Prepared complex budgets and budget narratives.

Reviewed and analyzed budgets and made appropriate recommendations regarding budget requests and allocations.

Supervised and coordinated projects and project teams of Business Analysts.

Recommended and interpreted the application of budgetary policies, regulations, and procedures.

Coordinated and assisted City Schools’ personnel with management plans for specific budget and expenditure allocations.

Monitored budgeted revenue/expenditures to actual revenue/expenditures and prepared budget amendments as required.

Planned and performed a variety of budget/expenditure projections and fiscal simulations, analysis and calculations.

Developed and maintained comprehensive statistical data and prepared periodic budgetary reports and statements.

Functioned as a budget management resource/advisor for City Schools departments.

Prepared and delivered detailed written and oral budget reports and presentations, including graphics as appropriate.

Monitored compliance with legislation and other legal requirements throughout the budget cycle.

Performed cost analyses of salary proposals for the collective bargaining process.

University of the West Indies, Trinidad & Tobago

Research Assistant – Department of Health

May 2004 – July 2011

Participated in all phases of the research process and project management.

Performed literature searches and reviews for ongoing research projects.

Gathered a wide variety of health-related information by telephone, Internet searches and other means.

Prepared the results of research for presentation and publication.

Conducted statistical analyses and econometric modeling using Excel or other software tools, prepared tables and graphs to convey results.

Organized and attended meetings/conferences related to research priorities.

SOFTWARE SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), HFM, Hyperion Planning, J D Edwards, Oracle E business Suite, Cognos, Cognos Cafe

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