Management Human Resources

Education

University of Arizona Honors College, Tucson, AZ

BA Political Science with emphasis in Finance; Summa cum Laude (3.9 GPA)

Experience/Employment

• SAP MS Office (Expert) Monthly Forecasting Trend Analysis Project Management Cost Flow Analysis and Mgmt

• Bullhorn V-Look-ups Pivot Tables Oracle PeopleSoft Database Management

Ambrion, Inc., Finance and Accounting Staffing

Executive Search Recruiter Phoenix, AZ Feb 2011-Dec 2011

• Experienced in managing and executing the full recruitment cycle from discovery to placement while utilizing a full range of interviewing methods

• Develop and maintain a talent pool of candidates appropriate for a full range of accounting and finance roles, from AP/AR to CFO

• Implement sourcing plans regularly using networking tools such as LinkedIn, Internet searches, references, database management, and direct sources

• Manage scheduling among recruiters and candidates as well as between candidates and hiring managers/human resources

• Operate as a consultant to clients during candidate selection process, providing assistance based on interviews, qualifications, and other relevant information, such as salary requirements/offer details

BeCreative Studios

Finance and Marketing Analyst Arizona/Montana Oct2006-2010

Prepared marketing strategies and organized events

Managed material costs and purchases to monitor profit/income

Maintained client database and prepared/ monitored all financial statements, including GL & PL

Handled financial transactions and account reconciliation

Performed lean financial analysis while analyzing, and recommending profit-enhancing strategies for earnings results

National Aviation

Financial Analyst Tempe AZ July 2006-October 2006

Conducted regular forecasting and budgetary variance analysis of actuals vs plan for 80m in annual revenue. Prepared ad hoc reports for management as well as financial information on various department performance and product lines. Performed KAIZEN events independently and with leads and department heads for new and existing product lines. Coordinated, developed, and performed analysis of annual budgets and forecast.

Established Kaizen events for several product lines including pneumatic systems and composite aircraft components

Prevented 3 million dollar loss in Cargo System start-up initiative by managing material and labor costs

Performed lean financial analysis while analyzing, and recommending profit-enhancing strategies for earnings results

Increased earnings by 8% on an already lean emergency evacuation (slides) product line

Caremark PCS

Financial Analyst Scottsdale, AZ August 2005-July 2006

Generated and reconciled quarterly manufacturer invoices and payments. Analyzed rebate trends, reviewed quarterly invoicing results with internal industry experts, researched and resolved rebate payment inquiries received from various internal departments and senior management. Provided issue resolution with root-cause analysis. Analyzed new and prospective manufacturer contracts for current systems viability, while recommending contract changes to maximize systems efficiency.

Renegotiated contracts to remove National Drug Code duplication, improving process efficiency for Caremark

Initiated pharmacy compliance to NDC standard to ensure accurate client reimbursement, saving $56k annually

Identified market share tier calculation error with a leading pharmaceutical company, resulting in a $350K recovery

SAP training curriculum and guide development; taught 2-day training course for Finance department mgmt and staff

Lockheed Martin Corporation

Cost Estimator Goodyear, AZ September 2004-May 2005

Performed cost data analysis related to RFP and ensured compliance with LM/IS&S policies/procedures, FAR and CAS regulations, and hosted cost proposal Kick-Off briefings. Performed PEER and RAC reviews in support of DCAA auditing measures. Developed and presented cost proposal data for review by business area and executive management.

Developed and trained classified team on unclassified cost-estimating tool

Drafted proposal log for dollar tracking and follow-on work

Executed 14 dollar-heavy proposals within 2 days for one project team

Attended 3-day capture course to aid understanding between estimating teams and project mgrs throughout the proposal process

Financial Analyst Moorestown, NJ February 2004-Sep 2004

Provided financial support and leadership to program mgmt, ensuring assigned financial commitments were met.

Implemented Earned Value Management, budgeting, reporting and evaluation, estimate at completion determination, identification of cost mitigation opportunities and cost analysis and tracking. Forecasted sales, earnings and cash flow and proper statement balance sheets and income statement accounts.

Reorganized several inherited accounts, resulting in enhanced reporting and financial transparency

Established bi-monthly meetings with engineering team to ensure financials and manpower remained on target

Completed Earned Value Management 1-week training course and implemented subsequent knowledge on the job

Revamped Norway and Finland contracts with proper financial accounting measures and consolidated their budgets accordingly. Placed remaining dollars in reserve

*References will be provided upon request*

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