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Alexander Thornley

San Marcos,CA

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Finance

Qualcomm Technologies Inc., Government Division
11.2019 - Current
  • Oversight of the annual budgeting process for $140 million division revenue, involving department heads in setting realistic targets aligned with organizational goals.
  • FP&A team lead responsible for monthly financial reporting process, including variance analysis and management reporting.
  • Managed quarterly estimate at complete (EAC) effort for all division's government contracts.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for business growth and expansion.
  • Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient systems and procedures, resulting in improved accuracy and reduced time spent on manual tasks.
  • Systems lead responsible for both issue resolution and refinement and expansion of functional capabilities for home grown TM1 based system.
  • Led Qualcomm Finance Mentorship Program.

Project Financial Analyst, Staff

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Government Division
08.2015 - 11.2019
  • Tracked budget vs actual expense for multiple Government contract types including CPFF, T&M, FPLOE, & FFP.
  • Maintained quarterly EACs for portfolio of federal contracts with values exceeding $90 million.
  • Managed the material overhead rate including handling of all procurement department expenses.
  • Developed customized financial models to forecast project revenues and expenses accurately.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between project objectives and financial goals.

Project Financial Analyst, Senior/Intermediate

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Government Division
11.2010 - 11.2015
  • Increased financial efficiency by implementing cost-saving measures in project budgets.
  • Streamlined financial reporting processes for improved accuracy and timeliness of data.
  • Reduced budget discrepancies by conducting thorough reviews and reconciliations of project expenses.
  • Managed divisions' inventory.
  • Prepared accounting memorandums associated with government contracts.

Education

B.S. in Criminal Justice -

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
08.2006

Skills

  • Revenue Recognition Expertise
  • Financial Operations Streamlining
  • Financial Modeling Proficiency
  • Financial Analysis Expertise
  • Financial Systems Integration
  • Government Project Finance Management
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Financial Statement Preparation

References

Available upon request

Technical Skills

MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, COGNOS, Oracle, Hyperion, Costpoint, SAP, TM1

Timeline

Manager, Finance

Qualcomm Technologies Inc., Government Division
11.2019 - Current

Project Financial Analyst, Staff

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Government Division
08.2015 - 11.2019

Project Financial Analyst, Senior/Intermediate

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Government Division
11.2010 - 11.2015

B.S. in Criminal Justice -

San Diego State University
Alexander Thornley