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Fort Worth, Texas, United States

Managed financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and forecasting for the Central Region accounting for 37% of the revenue for RATP Dev. Prepared monthly close reviews with CFO and GM’s and developed action plans to address any performance issues. Led the development of forecast in Mar/Sept as well as the annual budget driving $5.3M to RATP Dev. Develop ad hoc analysis in support of various contracts and supported CBA negotiations from a financial perspective. Reviewed and suggested revisions to new business contracts as well as reviewing the final contract before final signing.

Irving, Texas

Managed financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and forecasting for two Business Units that accounted for over 40% of the revenues for NEC America. Prepared monthly Business Unit reviews for Business Units and led breakout sessions to address identified gaps in performance. Supported Business Units in ad hoc analysis and monthly forecast meetings with Sales. Led the development of the annual budget for two Business Units, driving Operating Income of $6.0M to NEC America. Led the three-year Strategic Plan for two Business Units.

Hyperion Administrator for Justin Brands. Project lead developing Hyperion Planning in order to simplify the Annual Budget process. Trained end users on Hyperion Planning and developed reports to support monthly analytical reporting. Perform month-end Consolidations and lead the month-end reporting process. Lead Analyst on the cost/benefits of automated boot making equipment.

Irving, Tx

Responsible for monthly financial analysis and strategic planning, including analysis to understand the business drivers, from revenue to operating profit, and identify root cause of movements in business performance. Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) that need to be tracked on daily, weekly and monthly basis and make recommendations to increase revenue and reduce costs. Support sales, marketing, and key operational stakeholders through analysis of monthly performance of accounts. Identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency across the business.Key Accomplishments:• Streamlined revenue analysis in a more accurate, efficient, and automated process, reducing month-end close by 3 days.• Contributed to the achievement of corporate revenue targets by developing an annual plan for consumer and small business markets for a $1B revenue stream.• Partnered with Business Development to identify major revenue opportunities valued at over $65M annually.

Irving, Texas

Managed financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and forecasting while providing financial oversight and driving financial performance across the enterprise. Partnered with heads of department to provide key financial analysis and operating performance, and strategic initiatives in achieving annual goals, as well as preparing key presentation and analysis for senior management teams. Led quarterly closes and ensured timely reporting. Prepared headcount analysis and performed ad hoc analysis on performance and analysis of risk.Key Accomplishments:• Steered annual cost reductions through an Annual Expense Plan at the employee level for Human Resources.• Designed and developed weekly and monthly headcount reports, resulting in senior management actions that reduced expenses.

Irving, Tx

Directed the development of Hyperion Dashboard reporting for senior management to provide daily and weekly reporting for key performance indicators. Defined project deliverables and led implementation of LOB Query Facility for hourly reporting.Key Accomplishments:• Played a key role in the implementation of SAP upgrade for GTE subsidiaries, GTE supply and GTE internetworking including design, development, and configuration.• Successfully trained end users on SAP processes and procedures in the use of the SAP Ad Hoc Report Painter and Drill Down Reporting Tools.

Irving, Tx

Served as project lead for ERS inventory control system. Planned and managed the implementation of supply inventory system at fours locations nationwide and managed 3 employees. Key Accomplishments:• Implementation of ERS inventory system saved $2M annually in inventory costs.• Trained more than 400 employees on new inventory procedures and managed initial inventories in order to load inventory system.• Key financial analyst for operating results for supply senior management.

Irving, Tx

Analyzed and reported on the financial strength of the company to support marketing strategies, conducting thorough, objective and efficient industry and company research in respect of increasingly complex financial and non-financial information, including audited financial statements, public accounts and other relevant management information. Key Accomplishments:• Developed business case for marketing to drive incremental revenues in excess of $5M annually.• Presented results and worked with senior management to develop action plans aimed at resolving net income issues.• Supported Regional Finance Managers on ad hoc analysis and monthly reporting requirements