Leadership & Growth: Managed product development, sales, and production teams, setting goals and coaching processes to enhance team performance. Authored manuals to standardize procedures. Assessed team member capabilities, strategically reassigning individuals to maximize their strengths and contribute to overall team success.Financial & Operational Strategy: Expanded sales and design teams. Conducted P&L, cash flow, and supply chain analyses to identify cost reductions, optimizing profitability. Managed accounts payable, effectively handling multiple terms for various clientele. Identified product life cycles and set checkpoints/goalposts for production milestones.Client Relations: Managed relationships with key clients. Addressed production issues by tailoring products to meet client needs and expanding sales to their different divisions. Created sales presentations, facilitated client engagements, and fostered relationships through client dinners and informal networking. Maintained open communication regarding production delays, early deliveries, and other concerns.Financial Management: Managed $25K weekly payroll and oversaw accounts payable/receivable. Ensured financial accuracy and maintained cash flow by directly coordinating with the factor.Vendor & Supply Chain Management: Expanded production from the US and China to Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica, enhancing cost efficiency. Made factory visits, conducted quality inspections, and ran time trials.Audit & Compliance: Led quarterly and annual audits, ensuring full compliance with financial regulations of the factor.Operational Efficiency: Conducted factory inspections, improving order fulfillment and operational efficiency.Product Development: Sourced materials and collaborated with designers for seasonal product lines. Managed product development team to ensure all phases of the product lifecycle were effectively managed.

Vendor Management: Negotiated with 40+ vendors on cost, optimizing JIT (Just-in-Time) delivery model, reducing costs, and enhancing inventory control.Quality Assurance: Managed quality control, ensuring high production standards through onsite inspections.Logistics & Production: Coordinated logistics to maximize production capacity and ensure timely deliveries, contributing to $20M in revenue.Management Presentations: Clearly articulated process analysis findings and suggestions for cost-saving and efficiency increases to C-Suite executives.

Team Management: Managed teams of 6-30 at delivery centers overseas. Led coaching sessions to implement new testing processes, providing guidance and support to teams throughout the transition. Documentation: Authored instructions for new testing areas, ensuring clarity and consistency in execution. Inspected existing testing operations in order to improve efficiency.Process Improvement: Evaluated existing testing operations and implemented improvements to enhance efficiency.Service Coordination: Improved Service Delivery Center utilization by 25%, resulting in reduced costs and fewer peak-time working hours.Financial Analysis: Conducted valuation model audits and cash flow analyses for PE/Hedge Funds with AUM up to $12B.Compliance Oversight: Ensured client compliance with financial covenants by reviewing loan and lease documents. Collaborated with clients to provide all necessary documentation for GAAP and loan requirements.Additional Testing: Performed supplemental testing on revenue, cash flow, and other audit areas to ensure comprehensive coverage.

Implemented accounting procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of internal financial reporting.Performed monthly P&L and cash flow analyses.Recommended and developed controls over credit card purchases and approvals.

Peer Coaching: Coached peers on foundational Excel skills and accounting methodologies, enhancing team efficiency.Risk Assessment: Performed risk assessment procedures during Chevron Corporation’s internal audit, identifying high-risk facilities that required further evaluation.Client Collaboration: Collaborated directly with clients' financial departments to address issues identified during audits and clearly communicated next steps to ensure resolution and compliance.

Financial Management: Managed accounts receivable/payable invoicing and depletion allowance, conducting data analysis for financial accuracy.Web Management: Maintained and updated the company website, ensuring accurate online presence.Inventory Reconciliation: Reconciled missing/unaccounted inventory and corrected invoice errors using Peachtree software.

Financial & Operational Management: Assisted in managing the financial and operational aspects of a garment manufacturer with annual revenues exceeding $7M.E-Commerce Development: Identified and developed new online sales channels through Amazon, Zulily, and Walmart, generating over $1M annually.P&L Analysis: Performed P&L and supply chain analysis for each garment run, optimizing financial performance.Payroll Management: Managed $15K in weekly payroll services and handled accounts payable/receivable.Operational Oversight: Conducted routine site inspections at contractors and maintained records of pending orders to improve operational efficiency.

Project Research: Conducted research for future projects, contributing to the development of production strategies.Production Support: Assisted with lighting on shoots, and screened and reviewed feature films for quality control.