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Compliance and Audit Experience: Ensure compliance with project financial management policies and procedures, supporting financial audits, and implementing financial controls and procedures to mitigate risks. Adept at conducting risk assessments and implement risk mitigation strategies.
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Financial Reporting and Analysis: Expertise in preparing financial reports and analysis to support decision-making processes. Experience in analyzing project financial data and providing valuable insights to support strategic decision-making.
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Process Improvement: Consult with global businesses to improve operational systems, processes, and workflows. Proven ability to identify process inefficiencies, implement strategic improvements, and streamline workflows.
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Communication and Stakeholder Management: Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external auditors, and presenting financial reports to senior management and executives. Able to communicate effectively and facilitate understanding among stakeholders.
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Risk Management and Mitigation: Experience in conducting risk assessments, identifying areas for process optimization, and implementing risk mitigation strategies. Able to identify control design gaps and assist in related remediation measures.
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Technical Aptitude: Strong and diverse technical background and knowledge of IT policies and procedures, GRC software, support tools, IT service management, and SDLC processes. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel functions for data analysis.
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Project Management: Skilled at managing project finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. Skilled in managing complex projects, policy initiatives, and providing insightful reporting.
Project Financial Analyst @ WSP USA, Inc. (02/2013 - present)
Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Reporting
- Collaborated with project teams to achieve a 10% reduction in project costs by identifying and addressing cost overruns.
- Improved financial performance by 15% through proactive variance monitoring.
- Ensured compliance with project financial management policies and procedures.
- Implemented and maintained financial controls and procedures to reduce financial risks by 25% and enhance operational efficiency by streamlining billing and invoicing processes, reducing processing time by 30%.
- Presented financial reports and analysis that contributed to a 10% increase in project profitability.
Process Improvement Consultant @ Crystal Layland Media, LLC (01/2013 - Present)
Business Consulting, Risk Management, Compliance
- Consulted with global businesses to achieve a 20% increase in operational efficiency by improving systems and processes and reduced communication gaps, resulting in a 15% improvement in team collaboration.
- Presented key findings and recommendations to senior leadership and executives, leading to a 10% improvement in consensus and decision-making.
- Established critical KPIs that contributed to a 12% enhancement in business performance.
- Leveraged expertise in business analysis and strategic planning to oversee the implementation of technical system changes, leading to a 25% boost in efficiency.
- Developed customized training programs that increased employee performance by 20%.
- Host of Her Fearless Hustle the Podcast, (2016-2021)
- Discussion Panelist @ Coulee Region Professional Women (2019)
- Keynote Speaker @ Women with Purpose
- Keynote Speaker @ Woman's Club of Minneapolis
- Pioneered inventory analyst position building out an effective inventory management system and supporting processes which improved accurate monitoring of the profit and loss of products in 14 establishments, tracking product patterns, shortages, and cost variances
- Led staff training and assisted with multiple accounting functions including in the areas of accounts payable, accounts receivable, year-end tax projects, and payroll administration for a national bar and restaurant company
- Managed general accounting and administrative duties, accounts receivable benefits, payroll, insurance, 401K programs, and employee records for a law office of 10 employees
- Consulted with small businesses on organizational and time management methods to improve office productivity
- Facilitated training on organizational skills and time management methods and developed customized work plans to carry out organizing methodology
- Developed instructional plans and facilitated college courses in the areas of Business Law, Career Development, and Introduction to Business; and evaluated students writing and subject matter competency
MBA | Minnesota School of Business, Richfield, MN
Bachelor of Science, Management | Upper Iowa University, Fayette, IA
Associate of Applied Science, Paralegal Studies | Western Technical College, La Crosse, WI
ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) | (isc)2, In progress
ISACA CISA Online Training | CBT Nuggets, In progress
PCI Compliance | Qualys, 2023
Policy Compliance | Qualys, 2023
Vulnerability Management | Qualys, 2023
Project Management Advancement Program (PMAP) Training | WSP USA, Inc., 2023
Google Project Management Professional Certificate | Coursera, 2022