Financial Analyst Senior

Joyce L. Rogalski

Accounting Specialist Senior Financial Analyst Program Cost Control

*****.********@*****.*** • 315-***-****

LinkedIn URL • Auburn, NY 13021

Highly skilled and results-driven financial professional with extensive experience in financial analysis, accounting, and cost control.

Proven track record of delivering accurate forecasts, financial reports, and strategic plans that optimize financial performance and drive operational efficiency. Adept at leading cross-functional teams and implementing effective cost-control measures across various industries. Expertise in managing complex financial processes, ensuring compliance with policies, and developing solutions that improve organizational financial health. Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and auditing, with focus on enhancing financial integrity and supporting organizational growth. Proficient in using advanced financial systems and software to streamline processes and improve reporting accuracy. Known for exceptional leadership, collaboration, and proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Areas of Expertise

Financial Analysis & Reporting

Strategic Financial Planning

Financial Statement Preparation

Financial Consolidation & Audits

Cost Control & Reduction Strategies

Accounting Compliance & Policy Development

Business Unit Performance Management

Variance Analysis & Financial Modeling

Process Improvement & Optimization

Contract Management & Compliance

Leadership & Team Management

ERP & Financial Systems Integration

Budgeting & Forecasting

Account Reconciliation

Risk Management & Mitigation

Professional Experience

Huntington Ingalls Industries / Alion Science and Technologies – Syracuse, NY

Project Cost Analyst or Project Controller May 2023 – Present

May 2020 – Present

Manage full-cycle project accounting, including setup, job cost budgets, financial tracking, and SOV development using AIA formats. Oversee client billing and collections (AIA, Unit Price, T&M), accounts payable, payment approvals, lien waivers, and reconciliations. Support project managers with funding lines and invoice processing. Resolve billing issues for smooth project closeouts. Execute monthly accruals, journal entries, and deliver financial reports to senior leadership.

●Accelerated collection timelines by proactively managing client communications and resolving payment delays.

●Reduced project closeout times by efficiently addressing and finalizing billing change orders.

●Improved billing accuracy by establishing standardized SOVs, minimizing discrepancies, and expediting approval processes.

●Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining monthly accruals and journal entries.

●Strengthened financial oversight by delivering actionable reports that supported strategic leadership decisions.

Senior Financial Analyst May 2020 – Apr 2023

Led consolidated monthly reporting (Revenue, OpEx, P&L, Capital) for timely stakeholder distribution. Managed Annual Operating Plan, quarterly forecasts, and template development. Prepared Business Unit presentations with detailed commentary. Partnered with Accounting for accurate financial close, including revenue, COGS, and expenses. Forecasted sales, units, rates, and expenses across periods. Executed monthly closings, journal entries, and reconciliations for joint ventures. Conducted audits for compliance and recommended improvements. Reviewed and updated EAC data for Operations leadership.

●Enhanced budgeting and forecasting for precise financial projections.

●Ensured 100% accuracy in financial close and minimized forecast variances.

●Utilized Salesforce, Costpoint, OneStream, JAMIS, CKIS, and AJERAS for reporting.

●Applied expertise in contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M, CPAF) for financial management.

Contract: DCR/Advastar-Hill-Rom/GE Inspection Technologies/Cayuga Counseling/Robert Half – Various, NY

Corporate Accountant (2017-2018) / Senior Accountant (2018-2019) / Controller (2019) / Audit (2020)

Aug 2017 – Apr 2020

Oversaw month-end, quarter-end, and annual closings, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial consolidation. Utilized ARCs for month-end reconciliations and calculated accruals, reserves, and amortizations. Prepared financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and period-end summaries. Oversaw daily A/P processes, managing checks, ACH, and wire transfers.

●Acted as primary contact for auditors, ensuring timely and accurate responses.

●Streamlined reconciliation processes for efficient month-end closings.

●Delivered detailed financial reports to support leadership decisions.

●Facilitated smooth audits through prompt information provision.

●Optimized A/P operations, enhancing payment processing speed and accuracy.

Advanced Atomization Technologies, Parker Aerospace & GE Aviation Joint Venture – Clyde, NY

Accountant Analyst

May 2014 – Aug 2017

Navigated monthly closing process, including journal entries and detailed account reconciliations for all joint venture locations. Maintained accounting controls by auditing compliance with policies and procedures, recommending updates as needed. Forecasted sales, units, rates, and expenses for each product line on weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Analyzed and interpreted financial data, providing management with actionable recommendations and comparative analysis. Prepared financial reports for management and Board for monthly, quarterly, and annual periods.

●Improved accuracy and reliability of forecasting, supporting better decision-making for product lines.

●Ensured timely and accurate month-end closes, including detailed reconciliations for all joint venture locations.

●Enhanced accounting policy compliance and process efficiency through regular audits and procedural recommendations.

●Delivered clear, actionable insights to management, aiding in more informed financial decisions.

●Produced detailed financial reports that facilitated strategic discussions at executive and board levels.

Jones Lang Lasalle / Fingerlakes Mall Acquisitions, LLC – Auburn, NY

Property Accountant / HR Manager

Apr 2009 – May 2014

Prepared general ledger journal entries to produce monthly financial statements with accompanying schedules and budget variance reports. Analyzed and prepared monthly and year-end account reconciliations, audit preparation, and 1099 forms. Monitored daily cash flow activity, including transfers, borrowings, and payments related to debt. Managed all financial and human resource activities, including billing, collections, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll. Analyzed and reviewed General Ledger and Property Management data. Developed and implemented new HR procedures and benefits for all employees.

●Streamlined monthly financial reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate statements with variance analysis.

●Improved cash flow management by closely monitoring debt-related transfers and payments.

●Enhanced HR operations by developing and implementing efficient procedures and benefit structures.

●Supported successful audit preparation through accurate and thorough account reconciliations.

●Optimized property management and general ledger processes to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

Additional Experience

●Controller Hardy Construction / G.M. Crisalli – Syracuse, NY (Supervision of 3 staff)

●Director of Finance Home Aides of Central New York – Syracuse, NY (Supervision of 5 staff)

●Director of Finance & Human Resources Cayuga Home for Children – Auburn, NY (Supervision of 5 staff)

●Controller Sherwood Inn – Skaneateles, NY

●Staff Accountant Rinehard & Fitzgerald, P.C. CPA’s – Utica, NY (CPA firm Experience 3 years)

Education

State University of New York, Institute of Technology at Utica/Rome, Utica, NY

●Master of Science in Business Administration, Concentration in Technology Management

●Master of Science in Business Management, Concentration in Human Resource Management

●Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance (Dual Degree)

Cayuga Community College, Auburn, NY

●Associate in Business Administration, Emphasis in Accounting

Technical Proficiencies

●Financial Systems: Costpoint, OneStream, JAMIS, CKIS, SAP BW, PeopleSoft, Salesforce, JD Edwards, QuickBooks

●Microsoft Office Suite: Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, Word, Access

●Accounting Software: MAS90, ADP, Paychex, Timberline, Peachtree, Real World, Quattro Pro

●Other Systems: ARCs (Oracle Cloud), Paylocity, HRIS, Tax Accounting for Word

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