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Phoenix, Arizona, United States

• Accomplished financial professional leading the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions at a global consumer packaging company• I’m known for fostering a collaborative team environment, inspiring innovation, and delivering impactful financial results• I directly drive EBITDA growth through insightful financial analysis and strategic decision-making• My functions leverage technology to continually automate and improve processes, leading to significant cost savings and improved accuracy

Chicago, Illinois

Lead and manage a credit team of fifteen professionals who oversee a portfolio of $225 million in Accounts Receivable, which includes twenty-five distribution centers across North America. My mission is to drive Berlin Packaging's and our customers' EBITDA by ensuring operational excellence and continuous focus on thrilling customers.

Chicago, Il

Manage complex and high volume related credit and collections regions to ensure efficient operations and the highest level of thrilling customers. Manage a team of three Senior Credit Analysts with oversight of thirteen of twenty-five Berlin distribution centers as well as managing one Accounts Receivable Specialist.

Chicago, Il

Processed new credit applications by analyzing D&B and Experian reports, bank & trade references, and financial statements in order to determine creditworthiness. Approved credit lines for new and existing accounts up to $150K. Consistently maintained territory average DSO under total company average by ensuring compliance of payment terms.

Chicago, Il

Was responsible for collections of all new business ventures and existing high-risk accounts. Served as lead for five collections representatives – assisted in hiring, training, disciplining and evaluating staff. Consistently achieved 100-150% of personal quarterly goal. Reduced aged receivables: DSO from 65 to 31 and A/R over 90 days from 3mm (35% total) to $250K (< 2%).

Vernon Hills, Il

Was responsible for two collection representatives and one cash applicator. Collected on top 20 Export Accounts for Daigger, as well as managed the credit and collection function for Daigger’s sister company, Heathrow Scientific.

Niles, Il

Managed collection and reconciliation initiatives for high impact, yet high-risk customers. Was responsible for releasing orders and approving credit lines up to $100,000.