Alexia Drapan
Massapequa
Summary
Skilled process management professional with solid background in optimizing workflows and implementing efficient operational strategies. Known for strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Expertise in process improvement, project management, and stakeholder communication. Reliable and flexible, consistently driving successful outcomes in dynamic environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Market Process Manager
PepsiCo
09.2022 - Current
- Lead Northeast East Market on initiatives to plan, monitor and improve cost control to deliver Sell-Ex objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams within Frito Lay to identify areas of improvement, leading to increased efficiency across departments.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards by establishing guidelines, monitoring progress, and addressing opportunities.
- Improve efficiency and effectiveness of performance and management of processes across all zones in the market.
- Increase overall productivity by providing training and support for Zone Business Managers in best practices and techniques.
- Respond rapidly to market shifts to make changes to corporate processes to mitigate risk.
Senior Auditor
PepsiCo
08.2019 - 09.2022
- Enhanced audit efficiency by implementing risk-based audit strategies and streamlining processes.
- Participated and lead audit team as in-charge in the execution of operational, compliance and financial audits throughout PepsiCo to identify risks and controls that impact reported financial information.
- Performed audits to access controls' design and execution effectiveness, and business' maturity against the PepsiCo Global Control Standards framework.
- Evaluated the accuracy of financial reporting systems, identified areas for improvement and recommended corrective actions to effectively communicate with cross-functional business Leadership teams.
Senior Auditor
Marin & Montanye
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Lead Senior Auditor on twenty client engagements with responsibility for preparing and performing financial analysis of financial reporting.
- Mentored junior auditors, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Responsible for performing and documenting the Compliance and Financial Statement audits for corporate Real Estate clients throughout NYC.
- Evaluated the accuracy of financial reporting systems, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions.
- Provided timely, high quality client service that met or exceeded client expectations.
Staff Accountant
Samet & Company
06.2013 - 10.2016
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Prepared timely and accurate tax filings, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Bryant University
Smithfield, RI05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Bryant University
Smithfield, RI05-2013
Skills
- Auditing and Reconciliation
- Internal Controls
- Internal Audits
- Critical Thinking
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Operational Excellence
- Compliance Monitoring
- Financial Analysis
- Data Analytics
- Financial Management
- Skilled in Micosoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI
Timeline
Market Process Manager
PepsiCo
09.2022 - Current
Senior Auditor
PepsiCo
08.2019 - 09.2022
Senior Auditor
Marin & Montanye
10.2016 - 08.2019
Staff Accountant
Samet & Company
06.2013 - 10.2016
MBA - Business Administration
Bryant University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Bryant University
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