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STEPHANI BRITT

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & OPERATIONS, TRAINING & ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Douglasville, GA • 678-***-**** • ********.*****@*****.*** • linkedin.com/in/stephanibritt/ PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

• Seasoned Finance, HR, and organizational development leader with extensive experience driving strategic finance initiatives, optimizing financial operations, and fostering employee growth and performance across diverse non-profit and international organizations.

• Excels in managing multimillion-dollar budgets while implementing cost-saving initiatives, improving financial reporting accuracy, and enhancing processes and training programs, resulting in measurable improvements in efficiency and employee performance.

• Proven ability to lead organizational change, implement diversity and inclusion programs, mentor senior leadership teams, and develop cross-functional talent acquisition and training programs that align with short-term goals and long-term strategic objectives. AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis Tuition Revenue & Enrollment Forecasting Budget Development & Oversight Cost Control & Risk Mitigation Audit Compliance & Internal Controls Grant & Fund Management Scenario Planning Board Reporting & Strategic Advisory Vendor & Contract Management Organizational Design & Transformation Cross-Functional Team Collaboration Change Management Team Management & Training

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

• Closed a $1.2M budget deficit within 60 days, implementing over $500K in cost-saving measures across personnel and operations with The Children’s School.

• Transformed business operations at Cristo Rey Atlanta into a fully cashless system within 1 year, streamlining financial tracking, enhancing payment monitoring, reducing spending inefficiencies, and increasing overall revenue by 40%.

• Provided executive leadership and peer coaching on effective communication strategies at Cristo Rey Atlanta, fostering a psychologically safe workplace that enhanced HR engagement and increased benefits utilization by 50% among employees.

• Led organization-wide training and leadership development initiatives at SIU Consulting Group by designing tailored programs, enhancing managerial capabilities, and increasing employee retention rates by 30% through targeted engagement strategies.

• Developed and launched DEI programs across global offices at GSMA by establishing inclusive hiring practices, implementing targeted training sessions, and increasing workforce diversity by 20% while promoting equitable career advancement opportunities.

• Implemented a company-wide wellness program and awareness initiatives at Fulton County, improving employee health, increasing engagement, and reducing healthcare costs by 30%, earning the Cross Team Collaboration Award twice. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

The Children’s School of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA

Interim Director of Finance & Operations Jun 2025 to Present As Interim Director of Finance & Operations, I lead all financial functions of the school—including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, and financial reporting—while guiding operational strategy in alignment with institutional goals. I oversee the finance team, manage the annual budget and audit processes, and ensure compliance with policies set by the Board of Trustees and applicable legal standards. In partnership with the Head of School and leadership team, I provide financial and operational guidance that supports strategic priorities such as enrollment growth, faculty/staff development, capital improvements, and long-term financial sustainability. My role includes managing cross-departmental alignment of resources, supporting investment and financing decisions, and ensuring the operational infrastructure meets the evolving needs of the school community. Additional accomplishments:

• Conducted a strategic review of the school's banking portfolio, identifying untapped investment opportunities that could generate an additional $33K in annual revenue.

• Supported cross-departmental resource planning aligned with enrollment growth, faculty/staff development, and upcoming capital projects.

• Provide executive leadership in finance and operations while ensuring continuity and stability during a period of organizational change. CRISTO REY ATLANTA JESUIT HIGH, Atlanta, GA

Director of Finance & HR Aug 2023 to Nov 2024

Directed finance and human resources initiatives by overseeing talent management, employee relations, and workforce planning while managing financial operations, including budgeting, payroll administration, and regulatory compliance to ensure operational efficiency.

• Managed an $8.5M annual non-profit budget and a $25M investment portfolio by ensuring financial accuracy, optimizing resource allocation, and maintaining strict adherence to regulatory and compliance standards.

• Implemented a structured budgeting process by developing department-specific budget templates, analyzing financial allocations, and identifying inefficiencies, resulting in $250K in cost savings reallocated to employee compensation and business improvements.

• Spearheaded recruitment and onboarding efforts by identifying, hiring, and integrating 15+ high-performing professionals, aligning workforce growth with long-term organizational objectives and operational needs.

• Developed and facilitated professional development programs that enhanced employee engagement, strengthened skill sets, and increased overall productivity across a diverse team of 70 staff members.

• Created and executed a new budgeting process that improved departmental spending oversight, strengthened financial accountability, and increased budget viability by 80% through enhanced reporting and strategic allocation.

• Mediated and resolved complex employee relations issues by implementing proactive conflict resolution strategies, maintaining a 95% resolution rate, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.

• Optimized financial and payroll processing reporting systems by streamlining workflows, reducing errors by 30%, and enhancing reporting accuracy to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. SIU CONSULTING GROUP, Remote

Consultant, Business Development Operations Jun 2022 to Aug 2023 Advised organizations on change management strategies by implementing structured transformation plans, streamlining operations, and guiding multiple companies through complex business transitions to enhance efficiency and profitability.

• Mentored and coached senior leadership teams by providing strategic guidance, refining decision-making processes, and optimizing operational structures, resulting in a 30% improvement in executive effectiveness and business outcomes.

• Developed and implemented financial models, designed comprehensive budgets, and enhanced forecasting methodologies, improving financial accuracy by 25% and ensuring sustainable business growth.

• Transformed a $400K startup into a $2M+ enterprise by driving business process improvements, executing leadership development programs, coaching the CEO, redesigning compensation structures, and crafting a scalable business strategy. GSMA, Atlanta, GA

Finance & HR Compliance Business Partner Nov 2018 to May 2022 Oversaw multimillion-dollar grant management processes across multiple countries by ensuring financial accountability, aligning funding with organizational objectives, and maintaining 100% audit readiness while complying with global regulations and donor requirements.

• Streamlined grant administration by optimizing fund allocation strategies, automating reporting systems, and reducing administrative overhead by 25%, improving efficiency and accuracy in financial management.

• Strengthened compliance frameworks by developing and implementing financial and HR policies that ensured full adherence to local labor laws, mitigated regulatory risks, and maintained compliance with international grant funding requirements across 10 countries.

• Co-chaired One GSMA during the COVID-19 pandemic and launched a DEI program introducing policy changes, executive initiatives for Equal Pay and Belonging, “Let’s Talk” sessions, psychological safety measures, and DEI integration into onboarding.

• Designed cross-cultural onboarding programs by developing tailored training modules, fostering collaboration among geographically dispersed teams, and equipping employees with the necessary skills to integrate seamlessly into the organization's global operations.

• Developed KPIs for grant-funded projects and DEI initiatives by leveraging data analytics, enhancing reporting accuracy, and ensuring leadership had the insights needed to drive measurable impact and informed decision-making across international markets. EMORY UNIVERSITY, Atlanta, GA

Research Administrator II May 2015 to Nov 2018

Oversaw a diverse portfolio of grants and contracts across multiple academic units by applying expertise in grant management regulations, financial oversight, and compliance to ensure the successful administration of externally funded research projects.

• Streamlined the end-to-end grant management process by implementing process improvements, reducing application processing time by 30%, and maintaining a 95% approval rate for submitted grant proposals.

• Managed financial planning and reporting for 50+ active research projects by overseeing budget allocations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and executing timely financial closeouts to support research continuity and fiscal accountability.

• Conducted financial reviews, reconciliations, and projections for awarded research funds by preparing financial reports, overseeing personnel allocations, and ensuring timely and accurate grant closeouts in adherence to institutional and sponsor guidelines.

• Managed multimillion-dollar research budgets across multiple departments by implementing financial controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing resource allocation to support the advancement of groundbreaking research initiatives. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Financial Analyst II • TURNER BROADCASTING SYSTEM, Atlanta, GA Finance Administrator Coordinator Accountant I • FULTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT, Atlanta, GA EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree in Executive Leadership - Expected 2027 • Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance (Summa Cum Laude) • Strayer University • Washington, DC Associate of Arts & Sciences (AAS) in Business Administration & Management • Gordon College • Barnesville, GA Certificate of Non-Profit Accounting & Financial Operations • Georgia Center for Non-Profits • 2023 Certified Life Coach • Breakthrough Coaching & Leadership Academy • 2022

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