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• Lead the finance team for all Bell Media Studios, English Local TV, Radio, National & Specialty News business units:• Strategic lead on developing and managing business units P&L• Proven track record to drive cost reductions with operational efficiencies and strategic initiatives • Led transformational strategic projects • Work cross-functionally with Operations and Sales teams on strategy and ensure financial targets are met;• Lead finance team of 32 members driving collaboration, improved processes and results while receiving superior leadership and engagement scores on employee survey

I lead a group of finance professionals across Western Canada; responsible for all financial accountabilities including:- Analysis and communication of financial results- Annual strategic planning and budgeting in addition to monthly forecasting- Budgeting and managing capital and expenses- Strategic partner across the business; providing financial analysis for strategic decisions- Develop comprehensive business cases for senior leadership team- Manage all Accounts Receivables activities- Identify and advise on cost-savings opportunities- Manage sales compensation plans - Continually taking on expanding responsibilities within the role including additional regions and direct reports- Selected for Bell’s next generation leadership program

Calgary, Canada Area

- Prepare internal and customer annual business plan and monthly forecasts- Work directly with sales staff on key strategic offer and promotional decisions to evaluate financial impact for Coca-Cola and our customers- Provide detailed variance analysis on volume, revenue and gross profit results

- Complete the annual financial statements and tax returns for corporate office entities- Produce quarterly and annual director’s reports- Build financial statements and directors report for Southern family holding companies- Create annual budget and business plans for Southern family holding companies

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

CMA Candidate, Graduated program in 2010, as the CMA Alberta Gold Medal Award Winner for the top marks across the program.