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Leader Financial Planning & Analysis, Operational Planning & Analysis

Budgeting ~ Forecasting ~ Variance Analysis ~ Risk Management

         Award-winning management professional offering 20 years experience in performing and directing financial planning and analysis functions for Fortune 50 companies.

         Proficiency with financial statements, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.

         Excel at conducting and presenting in-depth financial analyses to facilitate critical decision-making activity by top-level management.

         Leverage strong interpersonal and communication skills to drive projects, lead teams, and develop accounting policies, procedures, systems and tools aligned with corporate and regulatory criteria, sufficiently meeting company s financial reporting and operational support needs.

         Devise and contribute vital forecasts and financial outlooks, playing a major role in supporting and navigating fiscally strong company operations.

         Self-aware and motivated learner; committed to personal and professional development

         Couple strategic thinking with tactical focus, aligning deliverables with business strategy.

         Manage cross functional teams to develop and implement systems and processes to increase effectiveness of growing organization.

Conduent-Xerox, Norwalk, CT 2015 to Present

Director of Corporate Finance

         Govern all facets of corporate finance with an emphasis on consolidation, financial reporting, and analysis for Technology and Services portfolio.

         Methodically oversee cash flow reporting, KPI monitoring, and quarterly deliverables spanning management packs, BOD presentations, quarterly IR, currency translation, and MDA.

         Closely partner with C-level team on devising company strategic financial plan, and present quarterly earnings for Services Segment to CFO.

CGS Inc, New York, NY 2014 to 2015

Director of Finance, Planning and Analysis

         Helmed full-scope financial management including budgeting, cash flow analysis, and comprehensive reporting packages for senior management.

         Critically evaluated and approved all pricing for Contact Center Solutions.

         Analyzed and systematically structured pricing for BPO deals, support line, and Division GM.

         Formulated competitive and cost-effective compensation payout incentive for sales team.

         Championed research and selection of financial reporting software to substantially enhance productivity and accuracy.

         Supported and participated in critical merger and acquisition analysis for CFO.

Mindspark, Inc., White Plains, NY 2013

Finance Project Manager (contract)

         Orchestrated finance project around Mindspark segmentation of business units for income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.

         Served as Finance Leader for B2C segment, collaborated with executives on associated measurements, and steered forecasting, budgeting and reporting.

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International Business Machines (IBM), Somers, NY 1996 to 2013

Financial Planning & Operations Manager IBM SWG & Sales and Distribution

         Administered budget of $1B and controlled forecasting for regional financial and sales operations.

         Resourcefully integrated multi-division reporting and analysis process for previously dispersed (siloed) marketing structure which enhanced ability to measure ROI by 4%.

         Established and assigned quotas to regional sales team, calculated commissions, and promoted rewards and incentives to optimize employee productivity and performance.

         Supported marketing initiatives and sales plays that drove additional pipeline growth of 10%.

         Provided ROI analysis on marketing campaigns, and worked with sales and marketing to identify prime marketing campaigns around Smarter Commerce and Smarter Planet.

         Sustained $40M+ in funding from IBM headquarters for several marketing programs and events.

Senior Financial Manager IBM Global Services

         Directed and supervised financial team conducting analysis of outsourcing contracts with accountability for annual sales budget of $1B.

         Launched cost take-out initiative capturing more than $200M in savings through delivery of services.

         Spearheaded full-scope budgeting, forecasting, financial business analysis and monthly reporting.

         Ensured and enforced alignment with defined accounting practices and continuous process efforts to maximize divisional profitability.

         Prepared and presented division financial statements, proactively identifying opportunities and risks.

Senior Financial Manager IBM Business Consulting Services

         Directed and supervised financial team conducting analysis of business consulting contracts for finance and healthcare sectors.

         Spearheaded full-scope budgeting, forecasting, financial business analysis and monthly reporting.

         Finance subject matter expert for consulting, lead annual planning, operations, reporting and performance reviews for business consultants.

         Supervised financial reporting and metrics, facilitated performance reviews, and presented division financial statements which outlined opportunities and risks.

Finance Measurements Manager IBM Software Group

         Directed large team in development and management of development budgets exceeding $500M, performing monthly financial analysis, and compiling regular forecasts.

         Functioned as financial expert to CFO office, providing comprehensive analyses of variances, labor, recoveries and spending.

         Handpicked to lead cost management task force which successfully uncovered $100M in cost savings.

         Contributed outstanding critical thinking abilities toward conducting business case analysis, ROI analysis and Net Present Value Analysis for new software releases.

Lead Accounting Analyst IBM Personal Systems Group

         Proficiently directed all accounting functions, worldwide consolidation, and financial analysis.

         Strategically developed and launched accounting system with targeted processes to maximize operational efficiencies for new IBM division.

         Conducted, prepared, and submitted monthly review of financial performance reports distinguishing key drivers, opportunities and risks.

Master of Business Administration, Mount Saint Mary College, Newburgh NY

Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance & Accounting, Pace University, Pleasantville, NY

Real Estate License: State of New York

Microsoft Office Suite, Brio, DB2, SAP, Cognos, Brio, TM1, Siebel, Hyperion Essbase, Excel (pivots/macros), Salesforce, Hyperion Strategic Finance

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Dear Human Resources Director:

I am currently exploring career opportunities in financial management and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

I bring to you a seasoned background in director-level roles, extensive talents in driving revenue growth, and excellent skills in budget planning, forecasting, financial analysis, operations leadership, and conceiving high-impact process improvements. My extensive experience across reporting, strategic thinking, internal controls, and team leadership capacities certainly indicates my versatility and ability to drive business growth in any environment. Additionally, I have led multiple software implementation projects to improve and automate accounting and financial operations, while consistently ensuring conformance to regulatory requirements.

As a result of the aforementioned qualifications, I believe I am a perfect candidate for this opportunity. If you would like to get in touch to discuss my resume and to arrange an interview, please contact me at the phone number or email address listed above. Please note that I am planning on relocating to Florida in (INSERT NUMBER OF WEEKS).

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

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