Six Sigma Greenbelt with over fifteen years of World Class and international financial experience in Manufacturing, Distribution, and Financial Services. Extensive background in accounting includes: global general ledger consolidations, foreign currency translation, systems implementations, and SOX 404 compliance. |
Qualifications for FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Award-winning, top-performing professional possesses 15 years of success within the financial arena, including accounting/reporting for two Fortune 100 companies, consolidating global ledgers for 50 currencies, and leading acquisitions and due diligence for aerospace manufacturing facilities. Proficient in several financial systems, including Essbase, Hyperion, and Walker. Six Sigma Greenbelt. An expert in P&L, expense control, budget preparation, regulatory compliance, project management, forecasting, and process improvement.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
•Reduced month-end closing time by 20% and stabilized the close process by using new Hyperion models for tax and foreign exchange.
•Saved a division $4M in excess and obsolete inventory by collaborating with a third-party vendor.
•Achieved annual savings of $300K by leading the migration of the American Express consolidations function from New York to Phoenix. Saved $100K annually by migrating transactional activity into India.
•Simplified P&L reporting, developed controllable indicators, and increased management accountability by coordinating and implementing business transformation efforts.
•Improved closing time 25% through the installation of a new financial accounting system.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
American Express Company …………………………2001-2005
Global Accounting Service Delivery Leader—Financial Center East (New Delhi, India)
Directed a team of 2 managers and 30 accounting professionals, responsible for delivering GAAP-compliant accounting for all Latin American countries. Reduced headcount by developing FAS91 expense models, utilizing Excel. Orchestrated and tested SOX 404 compliance activities for the Latin American region.
Consolidations Service Delivery Leader—Financial Center West (Phoenix, AZ)
Managed worldwide consolidated results of $25B in revenues. Led a team of two managers and six accountants charged with loading and reconciling 400+ ledgers in 50 currencies on a monthly basis.
Honeywell ……………………………1985-2001
Finance Manager—Hardware Products Group (Chandler, AZ)
Administered the consolidation of monthly general ledgers and reporting for seven sites with $500M in revenue. Maintained purchase price accounting for acquired companies; served as a member of the due diligence team. Developed and integrated financial systems/processes of six acquired businesses. Managed four accountants and six controllers.
General Ledger Implementation Team Lead—Business Services (Phoenix, AZ)
Headed the installation of 20 Aerospace Walker general ledger systems. Maintained monthly reports for new implementations. Trained new users regarding all aspects of the Walker system. Earned seven excellent service/performance awards for speed, cost reductions, and customer service.
Operations Analyst—Bendix King Avionics Division (Fort Lauderdale, FL)
Orchestrated, presented, and published the divisional financial plan. Established material/labor overhead rates and analyzed variances. Prepared monthly financial statements for the $225M division. Created forward pricing rates in compliance with FAR and CAS for products sold to the US Government. Received a service award for complying with all ISO 9001 procedures, resulting in certification.
Also served as an Associate Account for Honeywell —Bendix Engine Products Division
EDUCATION
Florida Atlantic University: Master’s Degree—Accounting
University of North Florida: Bachelor’s Degree—Accounting |
