Description
Merged the finance functions of multiple lines of business and streamlined financial activities at the home office. Also led the accounting team and functions during multi-year transition and conducted training on business knowledge and IFRS reporting. * Implemented PeopleSoft and SAP and the expanded transaction ledger to include support for multiple levels of management GAAP and IFRS reporting. * Streamlined planning process for all shared service functions. Simplified input tools one source for expense information standardized management presentations for budget approval. * Led leadership in Shared Services to consensus to establish controls and reporting for project contracts key vendors and financial data. Ensured budget compliance and held the vendor accountable to the service level agreements and terms of the contract. * Saved over $10 million within 12 months of establishing the Vendor Management functions by holding vendors accountable to contracts and negotiating favorable future contracts. * Exceeded savings goals $1.4 million by eliminating non-value add and redundant tasks and suspending non-critical vendor services. * Implemented staff reductions in Procurement Department including Team Leader and 50% of the team members. Led remaining staff in identifying key job functions and streamlining procurement functions on a company-wide basis.