DEANA WARNER, M.S.,CPA
Skilled Finance Executive Adopting Solutions for Success in a Changing Market 870-***-**** ***********@*****.*** Washington, DC
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Outcome-driven and highly analytical
FP&A executive with extensive track
record of success in spearheading
accounting and financial improvements
across prestigious organizations.
Demonstrated experience in analyzing and
reviewing financial documentation and
aligning financial objectives with overall
strategic objectives.
FINANCIAL COMPETENCIES
Budgeting – GAAP - Power BI – IFRS
Banner - M&A – SAP - MSQuery
Data analysis – Tableau - Workday
Cost accounting – Leadership – SAAS
Cost management - Capital planning
Anaplan - Risk management – ABC
Oracle - Forecasting - Dynamics 365 – SEC
Tax reporting - Financial modeling
Partnership development
Contract negotiation
Regulatory compliance
Project management
Cash flow management
Financial analysis & reporting
ERP system implementation
Financial planning & strategy
Performance management
Database management
Cross-functional coordination
Investment analysis
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
CPA – State of Arkansas
License #10368
M.S. Accounting
University of Memphis
1988-1990 Memphis, TN
Summa Cum Laude, Alpha Chi, Phi Kappa
Phi
B.S. Business Administration
Christian Brothers University
1982-1986 Memphis, TN
Summa Cum Laude, Beta Gamma Sigma,
Excellence in Accounting Award, Plough
Scholarship
EXPERIENCE
University of Arkansas 2/21-3/25
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Associate Vice Chancellor for Budgeting & Financial Analysis 11/22-3/25 Little Rock, AR
• Maintained detailed oversight of the university’s $200 million operating budget including implementation, monitoring and evaluation, control and reporting for all sectors of the institution
• Designed and facilitated dynamic, responsive staff training campuswide on university budgeting and software
• Managed the creation of reports (monthly, quarterly, annually and as needed) on departmental, executive and System Office level positions
• Ensured continued state funding by delivering all required ADHE and DFA reports
• Collaborated with other AVCs and the VCFA to develop and implement the strategic plan, track the results, and improve the process by implementing new technology University of Arkansas at Fort Smith
Assistant Controller 2/21-11/22 Fort Smith, AR
• Delivered financial statements and MD&A quarterly and annually
• Ensured continuation of state and federal funding by delivering all state and federal reports, as well as the NCAA, EADA, Moody’s, and others as needed
• Managed internal control via monitoring, analyzing, and formulating policies to comply with legislation and best practices
• Cultivated internal relationships and collaborated with other departments to improve student experience and systems while saving approximately $1,000,000 over 4 years
• Served as liaison for state auditors
• Successfully obtained a 20% discount on a new contract via supplier negotiations on a multi-million dollar contract
• Served on the Appeals Review Committee, Staff Senate, and the Engagement Committee
• Analyzed financial reporting systems and implemented solutions and enhancements
• Ensured compliance with GAAP and GASB by researching accounting issues and monitoring new pronouncements
Intimidator, Inc. 3/18-12/20 Batesville, AR
Cost Accountant
• Improved financial reporting and decision-making through comparison to industry standards and competitors
• Improved internal controls by establishing an internal auditing process
• Monitored and suggested action on operational trends, cost components, and variances
• Developed costing and pricing for new products
• Implemented Dynamics 365
• Successfully reduced manufacturing variances by $14.98 million and improved accuracy of records by implementing proper routes, absorption models, and establishing an intercompany pricing model
University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville Adjunct Instructor 8/10-5/18 Batesville, AR
Lyon College Adjunct Instructor 8/15-5/17 Batesville, AR Kalamazoo Valley Community College Adjunct Instructor 8/98-5/03 Kalamazoo, MI
AWARDS
Rookie of the Year
Consultant of the Year
Quality Initiative Award
FINANCIAL ACHIEVEMENTS
Reconstructed financial data from partial
and corrupted records after a major
system crash
Reduced manufacturing variances by
$14.98 million by reviewing BOM’s and
creating routes
Reduced inventory losses by 20% by
implementing physical controls and
establishing a system and assigning
responsibility for checking out
Reduced DSI by 20 days by using JIT
theory and manufacturing planning
Reduced number of platforms for student
interaction by utilizing mobile
credentialing, room access, appointment
setting, and payment systems under one
platform. Future enhancements were to
include safety and suggestive marketing
for the student commissary.
Improved financial analysis and reporting
efficiency by implementing Anaplan and
building executive and managerial
dashboards which also allowed for more
timely reaction to unanticipated changes
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EXPERIENCE, continued
Fourth Shift Corporation 3/98-6/00 Minneapolis, MN Senior Industry Consultant
• Employed business systems reviews to advise clients on changes to process and software
• Managed software implementations
• Developed custom reports and dashboards as needed Safari Circuits, Inc. 3/97-3/98 Otsego, MI
CFO
• Managed financial, system, and legal aspects of merger
• Managed implementation of Fourth Shift ERP system
• Produced full financials, including consolidations & MD&A
• Established financial reporting systems, including consolidation of financial information, for merged divisions
Eaton Corporation 12/95-3/97 Marshall, MI
Senior Financial Analyst, Senior Cost Accountant
• Analyzed & developed solutions for manufacturing variances
• Responsible for annual budgets, monthly financial statements, and financial and operational analyses.
• Analyzed and developed solutions for manufacturing cost variances Acme Food Service 6/94-6/95 Akron, OH
Division Controller
• Financial reporting and analysis and created actionable items for improvement
• Prepared budgets and forecasts
• Managed cash flow and collections
FKI Automotive, Division of Babcock International 3/92-6/94 Blytheville, AR Assistant Division Controller
• Prepared financial reports and analyses and created actionable items for improvement
• Prepared budgets and forecasts
• Coordinated annual audit and annual inventory
• Served as project manager for ERP system implementation
• Analyzed and developed solutions for manufacturing variances Western Paper Co., Division of International Paper, Inc. Division Controller
8/90-3/92 Memphis, TN
• Prepared financial reports and analyses
• Managed inventory controls and processes
Buckman Laboratories International, Inc 1/87-8/90 Memphis, TN International Accountant
• Prepared consolidated financial statements for 22 divisions and affiliates
• Coordinated financial needs among divisions
• Provided leadership for financial team in Canada (3 locations)
• Aided in the establishment of communication system for Mexican affiliate Coopers & Lybrand Inc. 1/86-12/86 Memphis, TN
Public Accountant – Audit – Government & Banking