Project Management Financial Systems

Ronni Michelle Scibetta

404-***-**** **************@*******.*** Atlanta, GA LinkedIn.com/in/ronnimscibetta

PROFESSIONAL OVERVIEW

With vast experience in public accounting, corporate financial systems, and consulting, I specialize in spearheading finance and accounting system enhancements, particularly adept in configuring and implementing BlackLine automation to optimize efficiency for organizations. My skill set includes expertise in process improvement, project management, and executive communication, demonstrated through successful leadership of finance systems management and analytical reporting initiatives. Committed to driving innovation and optimizing financial processes, I focus on leveraging my extensive expertise in automation and data analysis to deliver the best outcomes for clients.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Sum Theory Plano, TX (Remote), Director –Financial Close Management May 2024 – Dec 2024

Led teams on multiple large-scale, complex BlackLine enterprise engagements for Fortune 50s, ensuring timely, successful delivery below budget

Developed implementation methodologies, standardized project workflows, and designed comprehensive workshop presentation materials

Cultivated strong relationships with senior leadership, including upper management and C-suite executives, fostering trust and collaboration

Strategized to automate complex, time consuming, and/or error prone processes

Liaison between Accounting, client IT, and BlackLine IT

Key Achievement

Earned recognition from a Fortune 10 client for exceeding expectations in training, materials, and presentation

UHY Consulting Atlanta, GA, Senior Manager May 2018 – Apr 2024

Directed teams on simultaneous complex BlackLine enterprise engagements, including projects for Fortune 100s

Delivered and optimized solutions in Reconciliations, Tasks, Transaction Matching, Journal Entries/Automated Journal Entries, Variance Analysis, and Consolidation Integrity Manager

Contributed to sales initiatives by preparing quotes and Statements of Work, driving successful client acquisition

Spearheaded the Health Check Initiative, achieving a 90% engagement rate from individual presentations

Established trusted advisor relationships with clients, resulting in ongoing sales, project extensions, and long-term partnerships

Developed comprehensive implementation project plans, standardized documentation, and training materials to ensure consistent delivery quality

Presented at BlackLine’s annual Beyond the Black conference and led webinars on finance innovation topics

Key Achievements and Awards

Recognized with multiple awards, including the 2022 Annual Impact Award and selected for the 2023 Emerging Leaders Program

Honored with the Values in Action Award (2018, 2020, 2022) for consistently delivering exceptional client outcomes

Instrumental in driving new business opportunities through strategic planning and client engagement

Ronni Michelle Scibetta

WORK EXPERIENCE CONTINUED

NCR Atlanta, GA, Global Finance Systems Manager May 2017 – May 2018

Self-implemented BlackLine, streamlined reconciliations and oversaw product as System Administrator supporting 600 users

Managed all Oracle R12 General Ledgers and all Sub Ledgers (Payables, Receivables, Fixed Assets) globally, enhancing financial data integrity and user support

Onboarded acquisitions into the financial eco-system

Yellow Pages (YP.com) Atlanta, GA, Senior Financial Systems Analyst Apr 2013 - May 2017

BlackLine Systems Administrator

Managed Oracle R12 General Ledger and Sub Ledgers (Payables, Project Accounting, Fixed Assets)

Led OBIEE implementation, enhancing analytics capabilities and driving data-driven decision-making

Automated and managed financial reporting processes within Oracle R12, streamlining operations

Transformed deferred accounting processes across seven regions through advanced automation

Maintained and supported Hyperion Essbase, ensuring accurate and reliable financial data management

Forvis Mazars (formerly, Dixon Hughes Goodman, LLP) Atlanta, GA, Sr. Healthcare Consultant Dec 2011 – Mar 2013

Created reports to maximize reimbursement for U.S. hospital systems, including hospital bad debt reimbursement, Medicare/Medicaid cost reporting, wage index studies, and DSH (disproportionate share hospitals) reimbursement

Northside Hospital Atlanta, GA, Financial Systems Coordinator Jun 2009 – Dec 2011

Created and maintained a data warehouse, which linked all financial software and allowed for the creation of reports between systems using SQL server

Created reports that generated on demand and automatically using SSRS (sequel server reporting system)

Created secured reports within SSRS with custom security features

Trended and analyzed data, linking between STAR Clinicals and TrendStar and McKesson Accounting

Automated month-end reconciliations

Frazier & Deeter, LLC Atlanta, GA, Audit Supervisor and CaseWare Certified Trainer May 2006 – Mar 2009

Built and standardized workpapers for all financial statement areas utilizing CaseWare/CaseView

Automated financial statements

Created all training material related to CaseWare/CaseView and trained staff at all levels within in the firm on document management

Built a complex "knowledge library" that housed all individual accounting templates

Key Achievements and Awards

2007 Award for Most Technically Savvy Female

2007 3rd Place OCEAN recognition “Exceeding Our Client's Expectations and Needs”

Transitioned firm to 100% paperless environment and increased efficiencies 15% within the first year

Aprio (formerly Habif, Arogeti & Wynne, LLP) Atlanta, GA, Auditor May 2003 – May 2006

Performed 100% paperless audits and reviews in manufacturing, distribution and technology sectors

Tested and analyzed internal control functions and provided recommendations for improvement

Audited all financial statement areas, prepared financial statements and related footnote disclosures

Ronni Michelle Scibetta

EDUCATION AND BLACKLINE CERTIFICATION

Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting Dec 2001

BlackLine Certifications

2024 BlackLine Financial Close Level 1 Implementation – Delta Certification Exam

BlackLine Financial Close Implementation Certification

SAP JEM: Journal Entry Management for SAP

Certified Implementation Professional of the BlackLine Intercompany Hub (ICH)

BlackLine Core Certification

BlackLine Certified Implementation Professional

CaseWare Certified Trainer (expired)

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Communication Project Planning Collaborative Time Management

Team Management Project Budgeting Presentation Critical Thinking

Problem-solving Driven/Motivated Adaptability Decision-making

SOFTWARE SKILLS

BlackLine Financial Close Management CaseWare/CaseView

Changepoint Project Management Oracle R12/Oracle Fusion

Microsoft Office OBIEE

SQL Zoho Project Management

Implemented with various ERP’s, most commonly SAP, Oracle Fusion, Workday, Peoplesoft, and Microsoft Dynamics

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Buffalo Bills Backers of Atlanta President & Founder May 2006 – Present

Founded and managed a community of 4,000+ members, organizing events, charity drives, and game viewings

Established affiliations with the Buffalo Bills organization and managed relationships with multiple venues

Client, colleague, and personal recommendations available upon request

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