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Scottsdale, Az, Us

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Leading a diverse team of 15+ employees across billing, collections, cash applications, and client financial services, I have successfully streamlined processes that significantly improved operational efficiencies and reduced financial risk. Key responsibilities and achievements include:• Reduced revenue loss by 70% through strategic bad-debt recovery efforts, including the negotiation of payment plans with internal and external legal teams to ensure timely collections and maintain financial stability.• Collaborating closely with the Sales and Legal teams to review contracts and optimize the customer onboarding experience, ensuring smooth transitions and enhanced service delivery for new clients.• Partnering with IT and Development teams to integrate Sage ERP and Salesforce CRM, improving data management and fostering communication across departments for seamless business operations.• Negotiated audits and delinquent payments across multiple states, resolving outstanding financial matters with a combined balance exceeding $1B while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Led a team of 10+ billing, collections, and cash application professionals, ensuring the efficient management of North American financial operations. I spearheaded initiatives that drove operational improvements and reduced risk. Key responsibilities and achievements include:• Directed the integration of a new Billing/ERP system, working with IT and third-party consultants to gather requirements, design, and implement the system, enhancing financial reporting accuracy and timeliness.• Developed and implemented a credit process and signing-authority matrix to ensure SOX compliance, reducing financial risk and streamlining approval workflows.• Collaborated with Sales and Legal teams to ensure accurate billing processes and compliance with customer contracts, minimizing chargebacks and processing errors while optimizing financial operations.

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Led a global team of 30+ professionals in managing the worldwide Accounts Receivable and Billing departments for North America, Argentina, and Europe, handling over $600M in revenue. Key responsibilities and achievements include:• Established streamlined processes for managing credit lines across a wide range of accounts, reducing financial risk and enhancing oversight.• Initiated the development of a Corporate Signing Authority matrix to ensure SOX compliance, mitigating potential compliance issues and improving transaction creation workflows.• Led the successful Oracle implementation, upgrading the Order-To-Cash system, which improved billing operations’ efficiency and accuracy across global markets.• Created and implemented a corporate billing and collections KPI dashboard, enabling Board-level reporting and driving strategic decision-making with valuable operational insights.

Santa Monica, Ca

Managed the Accounts Receivable function for both North American and European divisions of Activision, overseeing $3B+ in annual revenue. My leadership helped ensure timely and accurate financial reporting while maintaining robust controls. Key responsibilities and achievements include:• Established and reviewed credit lines for accounts ranging from $50K to $250M, partnering with the credit insurance company to minimize financial risk and ensure compliance with corporate policies.• Played a key role as finance team lead during Activision's $5B merger with Vivendi Games in 2008, ensuring a seamless integration of financial operations post-merger.• Directed the team responsible for month-end and quarter-end reconciliation, ensuring the accurate completion of financial closings in line with corporate policies.• Developed and implemented comprehensive risk analysis and cash flow forecasts, facilitating data-driven financial reporting and supporting long-term business growth.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba) In Finance & Management, Business

Bachelor Of Science (Bs) In Business & Economics Administration, Business/Managerial Economics