AMY SHEPPARD
Sand Springs,United States
Summary
Dynamic finance leader with a proven track record in shaping product investment strategies, capital allocation, and portfolio governance within global, innovation-driven organizations. Expertise in delivering data-driven insights that enhance executive decision-making and optimize the value of development investments. Strong ability to forge partnerships across cross-functional teams in product, technology, and commercial sectors while cultivating high-performing finance talent. Skilled in influencing senior stakeholders, driving operational excellence, and fostering enterprise growth through disciplined financial stewardship and strategic alignment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Manager
Aristocrat Technologies
04.2022 - Current
- Lead financial governance of the Enterprise Product Funnel, partnering with APS and product leaders to prioritize investments and deliver scenario modeling that informs ~$1B in annual D&D decisions.
- Drive portfolio-level capital allocation by producing ROI analyses, profitability projections, and trade-off recommendations that shape enterprise product strategy.
- Develop and present executive-ready business cases, challenging assumptions, assessing risk, and delivering clear recommendations to senior leadership, including SVP Product Strategy and EVP EPMO.
- Provide enterprise-wide portfolio analytics and reporting, enhancing visibility into spend, forecast accuracy, investment performance, and resource allocation.
- Design and implement taxonomies and cost attribution models that improve traceability of D&D spend, strengthen ROI evaluation, and support strategic portfolio insights.
- Lead global process transformation across forecasting, reporting, and investment governance to improve standardization, decision quality, and operational efficiency.
- Serve as a strategic finance partner to global studios and corporate teams, embedding insights into product planning, pipeline decisions, and operational execution.
- Oversee investment governance processes across the games pipeline, coordinating business case development, evaluating alternatives, and monitoring key assumptions and risks.
- Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives, simplifying ambiguity and delivering practical solutions that accelerate outcomes and enhance strategic alignment.
- Leverage advanced system expertise (IBM Planning Analytics, Cognos TM1, D365, Aha, Looker) to improve data quality, automation, and decision support across the D&D portfolio.
- Manage and develop a high-performing global finance team, fostering analytical rigor, strategic partnership, and continuous improvement.
Financial Analyst III
ONEOK, Inc.
07.2018 - 04.2022
- Led budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across multiple U.S. business segments, building early expertise in resource prioritization and long-range planning that supports complex portfolio decision-making.
- Produced executive-level reporting on operating income, capital expenditures, and multi-year performance trends, strengthening the ability to communicate financial outcomes and drive data-based discussions with senior leadership.
- Developed financial models to forecast revenue, assess capital investments, and evaluate strategic opportunities, establishing foundational skills in investment case building and ROI analysis that translate directly to D&D portfolio planning.
- Analyzed financial and operational data to identify performance drivers, improve efficiency, and support strategic initiatives—demonstrating the critical thinking and continuous improvement mindset essential for guiding enterprise investment choices.
- Partnered with regulatory agencies, auditors, and senior management to validate financial results and ensure compliance, reinforcing credibility, stakeholder trust, and alignment—capabilities necessary for collaborating with SVP Product Strategy, EVP EPMO, and global D&D leaders.
Senior Business Analyst
Plains All American Pipeline, L.P.
05.2006 - 07.2018
- Directed financial analysis, reporting, and planning for the Mid-Continent Division across seven districts, enhancing visibility into operating and capital spend to support strategic resource allocation and long-term investment decisions.
- Led OPEX and CAPEX planning cycles, developing insights into cost drivers, operational efficiency, and capital deployment that align with enterprise-level portfolio planning and prioritization.
- Partnered with operational leadership to translate financial performance into actionable recommendations, strengthening cross-functional decision-making and building the strategic influence required for senior partner engagement.
- Supported workforce planning, talent assessment, and leadership initiatives, demonstrating early experience in team development and organizational effectiveness—capabilities foundational to mentoring and developing direct reports in a director role.
Personal Banker/Financial Advisor
JPMorgan Chase Bank
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Built and strengthened client relationships through needs-based financial advisory, developing early proficiency in influencing decisions, understanding stakeholder goals, and delivering clear financial guidance—skills foundational to partnering with senior leaders in portfolio planning.
- Advised clients on investment strategies, risk considerations, and long-term financial planning, establishing analytical and consultative capabilities that support higher-level evaluation of capital allocation and investment outcomes.
- Maintained Series 7, Series 6, Series 63, and Life & Health Insurance licenses, demonstrating a strong grounding in financial markets, compliance, and fiduciary responsibility.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
Oklahoma City, OklahomaBachelor of Science - undefined
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OklahomaSkills
Strategic & Financial Leadership
- Portfolio planning, capital allocation, and investment governance
- Financial modeling, quantitative analysis, and data-driven decision-making
- Cost control, cash flow management, and internal controls
- Revenue and margin optimization
Operational Excellence & Execution
- Multi-project leadership and prioritization under pressure
- Process standardization, documentation, and continuous improvement
- Analytical problem-solving and scenario evaluation
Collaboration & Influence
- Executive-level communication, storytelling, and presentation skills
- Strong interpersonal influence across functions and global teams
- Proven ability to build partnerships and foster collaborative, high-performing environments
Technical & Systems Expertise
- Advanced data analytics and reporting (TM1, D365, Looker, Power BI, Spotfire, Splash BI, Essbase)
- Enterprise systems and financial tools (Oracle, Hyperion, PowerPlan, Concur, Workday, Markview, GPC)
- Productivity and collaboration platforms (SharePoint, Microsoft Office, Slack, Zoom)
Timeline
Senior Finance Manager
Aristocrat Technologies
04.2022 - Current
Financial Analyst III
ONEOK, Inc.
07.2018 - 04.2022
Senior Business Analyst
Plains All American Pipeline, L.P.
05.2006 - 07.2018
Personal Banker/Financial Advisor
JPMorgan Chase Bank
01.2005 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Oklahoma State University
Master of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix