Financial Analyst A Team

Vanessa Griffin

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Results-driven financial analyst with expertise in investment analysis and strategic planning. Successfully manages a team of 31 overseas employees, overseeing metrics and tailoring training for optimal output. Proven track record of reducing unapplied cash by 98%. Proficient in market research, risk assessment, and portfolio management, with a demonstrated ability to communicate complex financial concepts effectively and creatively. Focused on leveraging analytical skills to contribute positively to organizational success. Strategic thinker skilled in statistical analysis and data interpretation. Key Skills

Skills 1 Skills 2 Skills 3

Smartsheet Certified Accounts Receivable GAAP

PLEX Office Management / Leadership

SOX / SAP / HIPAA

Certified

AS400 Lexis-Nexis Analysis Skills

PTS (Dynamic Connect)

General Ledger Accounting & GL

Reconciliation

Yardi

Asset Manager Microsoft Teams JD Edwards

Microsoft Office Legal Research

V Lookups / Pivot

Tables

Excel Zoom Proficient Unapplied Cash

Credit Analysis / Risk

Assessment

Sage / Peachtree Invoicing

Account Analysis &

Reconciliation

Payroll Data Interpretation

Work History

Stratford Cresson Partners — Financial Analyst

Southfield, MI January 2024 – Present

• Managed corporate watch lists and insurance files; reconciled multiple bank accounts daily/weekly.

• Conducted detailed financial analyses to identify trends and potential improvements.

• Led and managed an overseas team of 31, overseeing their metrics and consolidating them into comprehensive reports to tailor training and optimize output.

• Developed financial data systems and facilitated effective communication with attorneys and overseas teams.

• Led mass tort litigation, settlement preparation, and disbursement reports while supporting executive decision-making.

• Generated revenue, profitability, and expense forecasts for portfolio risk assessments.

MAGNIT — Financial Operations Analyst

Remote, California May 2021 – December 2023

• Led and trained a team of three for special projects, ensuring successful execution and results.

• Played a critical role as part of a duo managing the company’s largest client.

• Personally handled all daily cash reconciliation of millions of dollars, maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

• Specially focused on reconciling and applying fees/funds for tens of thousands of invoices.

• Reduced unapplied cash balance from $11 million to $190,000, earning recognition for efficiency.

• Processed invoicing for suppliers and managed cash reconciliation projects successfully.

TCG, LLC — Company Accountant/Bookkeeper

Farmington Hills, MI September 2020 – May 2021

• Solely managed all accounting duties

• AR/AP

• Invoicing

• banking, reconciliation,

• Monthly reports, and Month End procedures

• Payroll & Expenses

• Collections.

Unique Fabricating — Corporate Collections Manager, AR/AP Analyst Corporate Credit Analyst

Auburn Hills, MI May 2015 – August 2020

• This position had three facets: Collections Manager, AP/AR Analyst, and Corporate Credit Analyst.

• Corporate Collections Manager: Solely responsible for all collection practices and duties at the corporate level as well as other entities and locations. o Reviewed all customer accounts and placed credit and shipment holds as necessary.

o Managed and supervised a team of 13 employees focused on collections. o Developed and implemented policies and procedures for collections; trained employees.

o Utilized Plex Software for efficient operations.

• Accounts Receivables: Managed posting of customer payments, including cash, credit card, and checks transactions.

o Prepared and made weekly or daily deposits as required. o Verified and entered transactions from deposits into revenues. o Updated receivables by totaling unpaid invoices. o Verified the validity of account discrepancies by gathering information from sales, customer service departments, and customers. o Resolved invalid or unauthorized deductions by entering adjusting entries.

• Accounts Payables: Performed matching and processing for all invoices to receipts and purchase orders (3-way match).

o Coded vendor invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts. o Ensured timely and accurate vendor payments while resolving accounts payable-related issues.

o Generated aging reports to determine payments for the check run. o Issued weekly computerized checks and wire payments. o Reconciled credit card statements monthly.

o Maintained all vendor information, ensuring updated remittance addresses, W-9, and 1099 data.

o Developed and implemented policies and procedures for accounts payables.

• Corporate Credit Analyst: Handled all customer requests and statements. o Addressed pricing discrepancies and managed price adjustments. o Reviewed D&B reports and researched new customers. o Set appropriate credit limits and new customer terms. Shermeta, Adams & VonAllmen Law Firm — Recovery Specialist Troy, MI December 2008 – October 2014

• Specialized in research, skip tracing, garnishment prep, and resolving account discrepancies.

Eric Pazner (F.R.E.D) — Office Manager/Paralegal

Southfield, MI February 2004 – September 2007

• Prepared and filed legal documents, managed accounts, and communicated effectively with attorneys, clients, and courts.

Education

Northwestern Michigan College — Bachelor of Science Graduated: 1994

Schoolcraft College — Certificate in Accounting & Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies Attended: 1995 – 1998

Accomplishments

• Successfully reduced unapplied cash balances from $11M+ to less than $2M within a year.

• Earned recognition for the recovery of over $1Million dollars from a Government Customer after years of non-payment.

• Supervised and led a team of 13 staff members on critical financial projects.

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