Proven business professional with over 20 years of accounting, finance and manufacturing experience. Highly skilled in supporting finance and operations through variance reporting, budgeting, forecasting, costing and strategic expertise. A cross functional team player, who has led Lean Manufacturing, Safety and Energy teams to help drive cost reduction and process improvements. Skilled in data research, identifying key production and business indicators, and effectively communicating results to diverse audiences. Respected by peers for the ability to streamline and integrate data collection methods between departments. A self-starter with a flexible approach that effectively contributes to a team environment while driving for improvement through innovative change.Specialties: Budgeting, Forecasting, Costing. Food Processing knowledge. Lean Manufacturing activities.