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Easley, Sc, Us

Woodcliff Lake, Nj, Us

Synchronized data, compiled/analyzed financial information, facilitated financial decision-making processes for the Regional Group. Managed expense-related communication with Operations Managers and ensured timely updates and transparency in budget adherence. Monitored key product indicators (KPIs) and highlighted risk and opportunities related to business growth. • Provided valuable recommendations and implemented streamlined processes to integrate financial improvements, resulted in more efficient budget planning and execution.• Processed financial activities and maintained accuracy in data entry and reporting, maintained precise financial insights.• Supported annual budget planning and reporting; investigated discrepancies to make appropriate adjustments and acted as the primary liaison for Operations Managers; coordinated individual expenses to align with the annual budget.

Greenville, South Carolina, Us

(Companywide layoffs began in January 2023)Managed licensing, performed vendor Management, and financial compliance reporting for 300+ branches across states.• Reviewed approval authority on third party vendor contracts; managed corporate vendor onboarding and due diligence process, including contract negotiation; monitored vendor compliance and fulfilled terms of contracts post-close.• Designed and performed periodic (monthly, quarterly) review of loan file compliance to state and federal regulations utilizing SQL data queries and Excel based analysis along with manual loan file spread review.• Counseled cross functionally to advise on compliance risks and standards; enhanced regulatory insurance sales process by designing and implementing customer centric sales tools and processes.

● Led origination of residential mortgage loans and attracted new mortgage loan applications by developing relationships within the community and calling on prospective customers.● Approved mortgage loans by examining applications and supporting documentation, estimating credit-worthiness and calculating repayment risk.● Completed mortgage loans by monitoring collection, verification and preparation of mortgage loan documentation; scheduling and completing mortgage loan closing.● Seized educational opportunities and consistently read professional publications to advance knowledge.

Greer, South Carolina, Us

$1B diversified consumer finance company offering a wide range of loan products.375 retail outlets serving 11 states. NYSE: RM● Directed P&L for 4 major product lines and launched a 5th product line to improve profitability.● Provided audience training to 350 branch managers, 40 district managers and 11 state VPs, increasing customer acceptance rate by 100% in 3 product lines.● Built financial models improving business line P&L forecasts to 3-5% variance from actuals, contributing to more reliable strategic plans.● Decreased processing time from 15 days down to 5 business days for claim adjudication by redesigning the claims submission process and eliminating redundancies.● Identified customer needs, selected vendors, arranged for regulatory approval in 11 states and collaborated with IT to launch a new product line generating over $6M in the first year.● Led the selection process for a new insurance carrier including creating a 20-page Request for Proposal (RFP) and reviewing and assessing more than 300 pages of RFP responses. ● Negotiated a $1M sign-on bonus from a new credit insurance vendor to increase productivity.● Built and managed 5 significant vendor relationships, resulting in vendors sponsoring promotional events and demonstrating increased responsiveness to business line needs.● Served as insurance subject matter expert (SME) on implementation of new loan origination system (LMS), resulting in no conversion programming errors.● Developed operational leaders’ awareness of insurance products and improved incentive plans.● Negotiated favorable pricing for carrier services, lower than industry standards.

Morrisville, Nc, Us

Global leader in metabolomics, phenotyping technology for advancing biomarker discovery, diagnostic testing & precision medicineManaged revenue recognition for over 600 projects including multi-year $MM programs with major pharmaceutical and agrochemical clients. Managed 1 direct report• Reviewed and approved over 200 core business segment contracts, securing targeted margins, terms and conditions• Designed and implemented automated internal revenue recognition system, reducing time to close by 75%• Collaborated with Business Development to structure milestone payments, invoicing terms and performance bonuses for client projects and programs• Designed and implemented long term models to increase reliable forecasting window, reducing forecasting variance to less than 5% of actual• Provided guidance and oversight to operational leads to maximize efficiency, meet client expectations and maximize revenue for on-going project scheduling for a portfolio of over 600 projects

Dublin, Ie

Global provider of outsourced development services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. Subsidiary of ICON Clinical ResearchManaged revenue recognition cycle for a 200+ project portfolio in 6 locations in the US and UK. Managed 4 direct reports• Liaised with Directors of Proposals in US and UK to build and improve cost model, resulting in greater client satisfaction, lower costs and higher margins• Developed,implemented and managed financial reports, improving portfolio performance, resource utilization, backlog and forecasting accuracy• Collaborated with Project Management, ensuring resource allocation, timeline management and revenue forecasting accuracy• Liaised with Global Contracts and Legal Director to accelerate payment schedules, improve margins and reduced collection risk• Presented forecast and revenue to senior management as well as delivered business recommendations contributing to strategic initiatives• Collaborated on parent’s adoption globally of Icon Development Solutions’ change order management and payment milestone methodologies, enabling projects to be cash positive

San Francisco, California, Us

Managed all trustee aspects of complex deals, providing exceptional customer service to demanding clients• Interpreted indenture investment agreements on 10 Collateralized Debt Obligations (CDO) securitizing $500MM -$1B in underlying mortgage backed securities, asset backed securities and commercial bank debt per CDO• Translated indenture structure requirements such as over-collateralization and risk levels into Excel based tests for portfolios of >100 underlying assets• Partnered with Sales and Business Development representatives to promote additional services for clients• Analyzed deal cash flows and managed proper quarterly payments to investors, frequently exceeding $100MM

- Training and Development for combat operations of lower level enlisted- Expertise in multiple detonation and demolition systems- Leading the construction of various breaching and mobility structures (i.e. Bailey Bridges)- Observer/Controller for multiple training exercises, conducted After Action Reviews, advised participants on proper execution of combat manuevers

Arlington, Virginia, Us

- Training and development of lower level enlisted on combat operations of advanced radar system for early warning detection of enemy aircraft- Assisting in developing combat operations plans to disseminate to various level of the unit

Master Of Business Administraton, Business

Bachelor Of Science, Finance