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Pleasanton, California, Us

Buffalo, Ny, Us

Acted as finance administrator for Workday ERP system, with focus on system optimization, adoption of available features, and continuous improvement of finance and cross functional processes.Provided system insight and leadership in support of strategic initiatives that will transcend the role of the finance department within the organization. Acted as finance team lead for ERP implementation project. This integrated system has helped transform how Roswell Park executes and reports accounting, supply chain, and human resource transactions. Key accomplishments include establishing an intuitive and scalable foundation data model, configuring business processes definitions that standardize workflows and encourage compliance with policies and procedures, configuring elimination and equity pickup rules to build automation into the consolidation process, building and executing the conversion of historical financial data and cutover plan, and leveraging integrations to automate the process of recording and reconciling various transactions.Participated as a voting member for banking and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system selection committees. Assisted with building the RFP and score criteria, reviewed responses, participated in interviews, and helped drive committee to formal selection.Managed the process for day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, and period-end close for all Roswell Park entities.Was responsible for all treasury management activities, including bank relationships and activity, investment management, debt, joint ventures, leasing arrangements, and special projects.Prepared quarterly investment reporting for the finance committee and ensure compliance with investment policy.Coordinated annual financial statement audit for Roswell Park and its subsidiaries.Researched accounting guidance for new standards and complex/unique accounting transactions.

Cleveland , Ohio, Us

Support the lines of business in reporting month end results. Create valuable reports for lines of business to use in order to articulate results.Research accounting guidance and corporate accounting policy to ensure line of business is in compliance. Act as a business partner to remediate any known issues.Lead efforts to implement specific accounting policies that went into effect at time of Key acquisition.Assist in the completion of regulatory initiatives and timely remediation of any findings.Develop sound processes and procedures around complex accounting topics within the mortgage and auto lines of business.

Buffalo, Ny, Us

Oversaw accounting for the Commercial and Credit business segments.Acted as a collaborative business partner with the business segments and was a key resource to communicate with Accounting and Finance.Reviewed and approved information provided by the business segments that was used by Investor Relations, Regulatory, and SEC Reporting.Assessed accounting risk for the business segments, and provided feedback while helping to drive effective accounting policies and efficient practices.Ensured that business segments’ accounting controls were designed and operating effectively.Identified and implemented opportunities to improve controls and financial efficiency and effectiveness.Monitored new accounting standards, interpreted impact to FNFG, and led bank-wide implementation efforts.Participated in and oversaw the accounting for acquired loans and accounting for impairment of certain loans.Researched the accounting treatment of large and complex transactions and developed accounting solutions working in collaboration with other members of the FNFG team and external audit.

Buffalo, Ny, Us

Prepared monthly consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP, and reviewed subsidiary reporting results.Coordinated the external audits of DNC and its subsidiaries to ensure successful completion.Prepared annual financial statements for consolidated DNC, along with each of its subsidiaries that have stand-alone reporting requirements.Assisted in the financial transformation project that included upgrading DNC’s financial system software, changing the business and chart of account structures, integrating the Hyperion consolidation program, and building standard reports within the system. This project gave me the opportunity to work with outside consultants, learn the new applications, and become an “in-house expert” with these programs.Demonstrated to peers and management ways to utilize new tools to improve processes around reporting information. Measurable efficiencies have been achieved in the way financial information is reported to management. Participated in due diligence projects that in some cases led to the acquisition of new business. Worked with specific unit controllers to review financial results, holding them accountable to deadlines and accuracy of information.Assisted in the detailed preparation, analysis, adjustment, and issuance of weekly and monthly operational reporting.Coordinated the financial review and accounting of various Corporate Reports.Performed accounting research for specific transactions and new standards.

Buffalo, New York, Us

Completed operational and consulting engagements within various departments. Partnered with business owners to identify process improvement and cost saving opportunities.Led SSAE 16 readiness assessment for self-funded pharmacy claims processing system. Efforts helped IH receive a clean audit opinion on the Service Organization Control (SOC 1) Report issued.Provided a comprehensive assessment of IH subsidiaries’ control environments that also suggested ways to optimize core business activities and best practice alignment with IH enabling processes.Helped IH achieve compliance with Model Audit Rule regulation while reducing costs and dedicated hours across the organization.Utilized an integrated audit testing approach by coordinating Model Audit Rule, SSAE 16, and external audit support to reduce audit fatigue, business interruption, and costs.Formalized and enhanced internal audit policies, procedures, and workpaper templates to increase the department’s effectiveness.Implemented a collaborative approach with the Risk Office department to leverage the knowledge of its subject matter experts.Developed and conducted a training session with the Audit Committee and Senior Management in an effort to re-brand the department.Enhanced and formalized a risk-based annual audit planning methodology by conducting formal Executive Team interviews and integrating strategic risks identified by the Risk Office department.

Chicago, Il, Us

Supervised teams of up to five staff persons within the Assurance Group.Planned the internal controls testing, substantive field work, and quarterly review procedures of several engagements, including the budgeting of hours for all staff levels, to ensure reporting deadlines and profitability levels were met.Applied technical knowledge to prepare and review audits/financial statements, researched authoritative literature, and communicated and resolved issues with client personnel and senior team members.Completed performance reviews for staff members that I supervised, providing clear and specific examples on their areas of strength. Offered constructive advice on how to improve their performance and professional development.Conducted internal trainings to new staff that included the development of specific technical audit skills, “softer” skills for dealing with clients, firm software, and other general firm knowledge.Utilized effective interpersonal skills in the firm’s recruiting function by attending recruiting events, assisting in interviews, and making recommendations to management regarding hiring of new staff and interns.

Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Il, Us

Performed audit, review, and compilation engagements and prepared related financial statements.Verified internal controls of client.Communicated daily with clients and team members regarding engagement issues and status.

Masters In Business Administration

Bachelor Of Science In Business Administration, Accounting

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