I am an analytical and performance-driven Financial Analyst with experience across homebuilding, technology, and manufacturing sectors. I have a proven ability to lead month-end close activities, conduct variance and trend analysis, and support budgeting and forecasting cycles that enhance financial accuracy and decision-making. Skilled in SAP, advanced Excel modeling, and data visualization through Power BI and Tableau, I have a strong track record of improving reporting accuracy, streamlining financial processes, and strengthening cost controls.
I am adept at distilling complex data into actionable insights and partnering cross-functionally to drive operational and strategic outcomes. Throughout my career, I have conducted detailed P&L reviews and strategic variance analyses, ensuring accurate financial classifications and delivering insights that boost financial reporting accuracy. I have worked closely with operations and manufacturing teams to execute cost runs in SAP for newly created Bills of Materials, improving product pricing and margin analysis.
I have designed and delivered monthly billing and intercompany financial reports, enhancing compliance with transfer pricing structures and creating transparency for leadership decision-making. I have enhanced month-end close processes by recording manual transactions for sales and production, reducing closing timelines and enabling leadership to access financial insights faster.
My experience includes compiling and presenting Purchase Price Variance trend analysis to senior managers, identifying root causes such as outdated standard costs and supplier pricing discrepancies, and collaborating on corrective actions that reduce mismatches and simplify cost control. I have conducted variance analysis on actual financial results versus forecasts using SAP and Excel, identifying key cost drivers and improving forecast accuracy.
I have partnered with leadership on annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting, aligning department-level spending with corporate targets and improving forecast reliability to support more accurate business planning. I have developed and maintained Power BI dashboards to visualize key financial metrics, enabling senior management to make informed decisions based on real-time data.
I utilize Excel for financial analysis, including advanced functions, pivot tables, and macros to automate monthly variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. I have delivered in-depth financial statement analysis, identifying trends and variances that inform executive decision-making during quarterly reviews. I perform detailed cost analysis to identify inefficiencies, providing actionable recommendations to improve cost control and drive savings across departments.
I engage with cross-functional teams to analyze new business initiatives, reducing risk exposure and improving financial planning precision. I am committed to continuous improvement and leveraging my financial expertise to support organizational growth and success.