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New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

New Orleans

Port Allen, La

Directed finance, reporting, purchasing and contract administration for multiple business units in SE Louisiana. Primary responsibilities include the delivery of monthly detailed financial reporting & analysis to highlight operating trends and improve performance in the areas of profitable growth, operating efficiencies and cash flow management. * Create purchasing strategies to increase available raw materials and finished goods needed for high value jobs, improving delivery timelines by 7% quarter over quarter.* Develop new ideas and opportunities to encourage business growth and meet quarterly financial targets.* Implemented a reporting system that measures, analyzes and reports orders, revenues, gross margins and operating expenses in formats that provide meaningful insights into the profitability drivers and trends of the business mix.

New Orleans, La

Contracted to Shell Exploration & Production Company, Engineering Projects group to provide cost engineering services on capital, primary development and facilities maintenance projects on multiple assets in the Gulf of Mexico. Responsible for tracking the current level of commitments, actual cost and value of work done on a portfolio of projects in excess of $300mm.* Analyze and challenge vendor invoices, stated earned value and estimate to complete.* Develop cost forecast baseline using estimates provided by engineering firms, rates & factors from similar projects, discussions with project manager, vendors, schedulers & other stakeholders. * Present updates of cost & commitments, project estimate at completion, and trends to the Project Leadership Team monthly.* Establish reporting process with BP, the operating partner of Nakika platform, on how Operations sponsorship cost will be documented, reported and charged during construction of Coulomb Phase 2 subsea project.Contracted through EDG, Inc.

Charleston, Sc

Directed operations of manufacturing facilities in SC and LA, including staff of 60 employees in manufacturing, accounting, and general office positions. Supervised purchasing of raw materials and equipment. Audited deliveries to ensure quality of shipments. Negotiated vendor and freight contracts valued up to $1,000,000. Facilitated training in accounting software, account reconciliation, payroll, payroll taxes, quote preparation, accounts receivable/payable, and employee benefit plan administration. Reviewed end of period financial reports and provided additional financial controls. * Identified site and directed remodel of facility. Partnered with utility company to ensure sufficient power.* Planned and directed relocation of company headquarters and domestic manufacturing operations.* Managed logistics, including production schedules, location of inventory, equipment location and optimal use, facilities maintenance, quality control, assembly processes, and freight services.* Reduced workers compensation experience modifier by maintaining safety program and training staff on safe work practices company wide.

Hammond, La

Provided financial leadership through properly-maintained financial records and implementation of compliance controls for internal policies. Oversaw and performed managerial accounting functions, including budgeting, payroll administration, payroll and income tax reporting, accounts receivable/payable, and general ledger. Oversaw non-financial plant processes, including staffing, sourcing, inventory, and shipping. Supervised staff of 7 including plant superintendent, production supervisors, and office staff.* Reduced error rate, improved quality, enhanced staff morale, and increased production capacity by restructuring manufacturing employee’s compensation during peak demand periods.* Created distributor incentive structure with tiered pricing to reward partners willing to invest in products as well as marketing efforts to attain mutually beneficial results.* Controlled costs by negotiating raw materials pricing from international and domestic suppliers and collaborated with suppliers to increase quality through controls and accountability.

Master Of Business Administration

Bachelor Of Arts, Marketing And Management