Elizabeth Gardner Email & Phone Number

Austin, Tx

- Leveraging deep expertise in all areas of finance, reporting, and analytics to lead Treasury transformation and digitization initiatives- Collaborating across organizations to identify design requirements, develop project plans, design and implement modernized processes- Leading Talent initiatives focused on improving culture and connectivity across Finance and Administration- Partnering with leaders and professionals across the Firm to develop and lead programs that recognize, celebrate, and inspire volunteerism across Finance and Administration

- Leading multiple concurrent strategic projects for executive stakeholders, including scoping, team development, delivery and recommendation presentation- Understanding executive stakeholder requirements and translating requirements into data analytics requirements for project implementation- Leveraging strong experience with finance and analytics to anticipate stakeholder needs and design intuitive reporting solutions- Implementing strong eye for detail and understanding of datasets to drive data discipline and strong data cleansing practices- Investing in the Firm's Talent through leadership of a key development program for high performing senior managers

- Applying domain knowledge in finance, accounting and financial systems to develop recommendations and advise leadership - Using a combination of business knowledge and analytical skills to lead projects including development of capital management plans, creation of a framework and process for measuring investment returns and model creation for downturn scenarios and mitigation plans- Leading project teams of skilled strategy and analytics professionals to answer business questions and provide recommendations- Investing in the organization's workforce skills development by creating and leading training for employees in advanced tools and efficient use of the Firm's financial systems- Using Tableau visualization, Excel cost modeling, data science techniques in R and SAS, machine learning and advanced business modeling tools to analyze large data sets and develop key findings, as well as present concise, clear and action oriented findings at the Executive Leadership level - Using presentation and data story skills to tell a compelling story from data based analysis

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

- Leading financial special projects in reporting and analytics to drive operational efficiencies and improved accuracy and insight of key performance indicators- Providing finance and strategy support to the Audit National Operations Director, including insights into financial performance and recommendations for operational improvements- Performing full profit and loss financial management of National Operational groups including Technology, Talent, Learning, Quality and Marketing organizations- Managing the Operational P&L for the Audit National Office including planning, forecasting, variance analysis and special analysis for Leadership

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

- Managing financial performance of the client and marketplace inititiative in Financial Advisory Services, providing analysis on growth, client portfolios and strategic clients- Leading coordination between the finance business partner group and financial centers of excellence to create mutually beneficial relationships- Coordinating Finance tool development and leading user adoption within the Finance Business Partner group- Annually leading a non-profit activity for National Impact Day

Mckinney, Tx

• Evolving and managing business unit relationship with DCAA, a critical aspect of Raytheon’s customer base, by providing clear communications of complex systems and transactions• Utilizing expertise in all financial systems and comprehension of company and federal policy to give guidance and analysis to peers and management on unique business questions and situations• Responsible for delivering a critical annual government claim for a $4B business requiring an in-depth understanding of the company rates and budgets structure as well as mastery of SAP data and reports• Special Assignment – Project lead of a team of high performing finance individuals across the country driving improvement in employee productivity and engagement

Mckinney, Tx

• Coordinating deliverables of team of program analysts including systems training, process improvement, and achievement of key deliverables for management• Utilizing technical experience in business systems and tools to automate processes and develop best practices and business models that were implemented across the product line• Creating and analyzing income statement and balance sheet related financials from several product lines and effectively communicating key events and information to financial planning and analysis as well as upper management • Analyzing risks and opportunities to forecast and providing recommendations to mitigate risk

Mckinney, Tx

• Financially responsible for forecasting, budgeting, cost analysis, proposal reviews, accounting treatment and compliance, and all other key financial items for a product with $250M in sales in 2011.• Implemented MRP portion of SAP on a major production program, and was identified as a subject matter expert due to ability to quickly adapt to the new system.• Through development and implementation of a forecasting best practice, reduced forecasting variability significantly on the program.• Developed knowledge of all business functions to determine how each critically impacts financial performance, and used this knowledge to improve program forecasts and estimates.• Received achievement awards and recognized by peers for performing tasks and taking initiative to develop processes above the requirements of the program finance lead analyst position.

El Segundo, Ca

• A 2 year rotational program through Supply Chain finance, Sarbanes-Oxley Internal Controls Excellence, Controller's Department, and program FP&A as well as several comprehensive training sessions on leadership and finance.

Paris, France

• Negotiated with hotel revenue managers and key client accounts to create mutually beneficial contracts.• Utilized French language by working and communicating with an international and Francophone team.

Master’S Degree, Business Analytics, 3.97

Master of Science degree in Business Analytics. Includes courses in statistical analysis, predictive analysis, econometrics, database.

International Business, Accounting, French

International Business

Attended all third year business courses at Reims University, with all courses being instructed in French.