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Cut Off, La, Us

Cut Off, La, Us

New Orleans, Louisiana, Us

☛Overview☚Leading Accounts Payable, Continuous Improvement & Data Analytics

New Orleans, Louisiana, Us

Findlay, Ohio, Us

Seattle, Wa, Us

☛Overview☚Partnered with Amazon’s Global Real Estate & Facilities (GREF) to globalize Accounts Payable processes and procedures in Europe-Middle East-Africa (EMEA) and Asia & The Pacific (APAC). Reviewed current processes to ensure proper controls were established and provided feedback on changes needed. Collaborated with the Accounts Payable Program Manager for the Americas (AMER) on process improvements that benefited all of regions. Actively participated in GREF’s budgeting cycles and transitioned the Blue Badge Managed Spend to the proper budget owners.

London, England, Gb

☛Overview☚In this demanding role, I led a high-performing team of five for accounts payable department within BP America, an industry leader in oil, gas, and energy. Augmented efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across all Accounts Payable initiatives and timelines, escalating unpaid invoices and swiftly resolving disruptions in process. ☛Leadership & Overall Impact☚»Partnered with IDMO Team (IT&S) to transition Commercial Data Analytics Tool (CDAT) from testing to stable, and a silent running production environment.»Oversaw ongoing litigations, claims, and settlements via forensic analysis of financial data within CDAT, SAP, and varying financial, and procurement databases. »Reviewed and granted release authority for invoices worth up to $10M+ in Delegation of Financial Authority (DoFA).»Managed payment processes for fines, legal fees, and settlements worth up to $4B+ collected via manual wire process.»Operated as Finance Team Lead for migration from IBM applications to SAP Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) and Open Text system.»Co-piloted SAP transition from PR5 to PRC.»Established and submitted rolling five-week forecast into Kyriba for BP Treasury UK.

London, England, Gb

☛Overview☚Within this role, I executed in-depth forensic analysis for multiple internal teams concerning vendor spend and contractual obligations. Delivered leadership, direction, and technical guidance to Accounts Payable team. Partnered closely with IDMO Team to ensure data accuracy within Commercial Data Analytics Tool (CDAT). ☛ Leadership & Overall Impact ☚»Reviewed and provided compliant release of invoices of up to $1M.»Shaped Standards of Operation (SoPs) and guidelines for internal AP applications and functionalities. »Presented vendor analysis and input regarding pending Commercial Settlements in cooperation with Operations Account Manager and in-house legal counsel.

London, England, Gb

☛Overview☚In this role, I oversaw the in-depth analysis and audit of vessel vendor invoicing for both the Gulf Coast Incident Management Team (GCIMT) and Gulf Coast Restoration Organization (GCRO). ☛Leadership & Overall Impact☚»Interfaced regularly with Prime Vendors and sought pathways to cost reduction and maximization of subcontractor relationships. »Presented weekly reporting outlining metrics related to team progression and cost savings. »Worked directly with in-house legal and external legal counsel to quickly resolve contractual issues.

London, England, Gb

☛Overview☚»Managed team of eight Redelivery Specialists for Gulf Coast Incident Management Team (GCIMT) under Procurement Supply Chain Management (PSCM). »Effectively coordinated redelivery processes in partnership with vessel vendors. »Generated redelivery letters based on contract specs in collaboration with in-house legal counsel. »Facilitated accurate completion of all decontamination and demobilization paperwork. »Organized and presented KPI reporting of vessel redelivery progression to upper management.

London, England, Gb

☛Overview☚»Collected field requests for vessels and accommodations for Gulf Coast Incident Management Team (GCIMT) under Procurement Supply Chain Management Team (PSCM). »Negotiated rewarding vendor contracts with commercial vessel vendors. Maintained database for all commercial vessel charters.

London, England, Gb

☛Overview☚»Piloted full-scope start-up of oil skimming operations for Vessels of Opportunity (VOO) program under Gulf Coast Incident Management Team (GCIMT). »Procured and sourced all rental equipment and ordered all operational skimming supplies. »Developed and maintained rotational schedule for skimming vessel crews and partnered with safety reps to promote a safety-first work environment. »Constructed all-inclusive list of vessels active in skimming operations, reporting data daily to United States Coast Guard and BP Incident Commander.

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High School Diploma