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Evaluate and analyze existing processes and procedures, creating and implementing innovative solutions to improve processes.Design unique excel tools using formulas, power query, macros, etc. to - improve the efficiency of daily tasks. - create one-time use spreadsheets for individual projects. - analyze financial data and identify areas for real dollar savings.Knowledge sharing with Team members for specific, individualized training that will assist in real-time day to day activities.Develop processes and standardized spreadsheets or other resources to exceed client expectations for knowledge and savings on new ventures.Create reporting for effective analysis of current operations to better steer future decisions.Contribute to a creative working environment where individual and group contributions are appreciated.

Lagrange, Ga

Santa Ana, Ca

Regional Finance Director – West/Northwest, Santa Ana, CA 01-2015 - PresentManager, Financial Operations, Atlanta, GA 10/2013 – 01/2015Group Controller, Union, NJ 04/2012 – 09/2013Asst. Group Controller, Union, NJ 07/2010 – 04/2012Market Center Controller, Atlanta, GA 02/2007 – 07/2010Promoted through a series of increasingly responsible management positions based on strong financial, operating, team building, and team leadership performance.Responsible for financial oversight of 25 market centers representing over $500M in annual revenue. Manage a diverse finance team in those markets. Partner with RVP to ensure implementation of best practices in sales, operations, and management to increase cash flow, operating efficiency, and profitability.-Created centralized calculation and processing for bonus which eliminated redundant processing in 87 market centers as well as ensured integrity of the program.-Developed training tools utilized by the Finance Team including user manuals, PowerPoint presentations, and financial templates, resulting in consistent standardized messaging and enabled ability of cross-market center management.-Assisted in the development of Web App for QCM surveys and maintain updates. System allowed surveys to be conducted using Tablets and make available oversight on a national basis ensuring customer satisfaction.-Analyze and explain variances to projections, budgets, and trends including upcoming events -Analyze performance to conduct retraining for service team and ensure compliance with policies and procedures-Manage a team of 15 Finance Supervisors/Managers across multiple states.-Review financial results and monitor trends to develop strategies for maintaining and improving revenue and profit.

Successfully assisted in upgrading financial reporting, policies, and procedures to ensure positive audits and due diligence efforts to complete the sale of company at 6X EBITDA.• Developed projection tool to analyze cash flow and prepare monthly cash forecasts, thereby ensuring maximization of credit lines and overnight investments for earnings.• Successfully assisted in upgrading financial reporting, policies, and procedures to ensure positive audits and due diligence efforts to complete the sale of company at 6X EBITDA.• Prepare month-end, quarter end, and year-end close and financial statements, as well as supplementary reports for Owners, Auditors, and Banking Partners.• Create and modify queries for extrapolation and interpretation of financial data.• Managed Accounts Receivable and review customers for credit risk assessment and assignment of credit limits and utilizing electronic automated invoicing and collection procedures thereby reducing average days to pay by seven.• Perform HR functions, including payroll, updates of policies, ensuring completion of required forms, screening for new hires, background checks, etc.

Forest Park, Ga

Atlanta, Ga