Andre Phillips
Upper Marlboro,Maryland
Summary
Experienced Leader with extensive knowledge in both the Manufacturing and Energy industry. Throughout this career it has given me great pleasure in leading several teams working on numerous projects, in various countries (Jamaica, USA, France, Thailand), several times being concurrently. Results-oriented with an even-keeled leadership style, which allows a "never panic" team environment. Professional with significant experience in business analysis, skilled in data-driven decision-making, and process optimization. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Reliable in adapting to changing needs while leveraging skills in stakeholder management, requirement gathering, and strategic planning. Recognized for analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Business Analyst - Investment Startegy
Baltimore Gas & Electric
06.2021 - Current
- Develop capital spending strategy for the organization via the 5-year Long Range Financial Plan
- Collaborated and Led a strategic team of 12 to overhaul the Long Range Plan process to make it more efficient
- Reduced Margin of Error from 2.5% swing to 1.3%
- This included adjusting calendar dates for more efficiency, targeted communication, and increased Resource Balancing timeline
- Creation of priority reports where category managers could see the ranking of each project to aid in the decision making process for the Multi-Year Plan
- Developed spending strategies based on priority and assigning risk values with an aim of identifying which projects will produce the greatest ROI for the company
- Led cross-functional team to achieve success in achieving capital target spend within 2.5% of targets
- Trained and mentored multiple employees in the area of capital investment and variance analysis
- Designed Power BI reports through back-end relationship building for use in capital tracking and trend analysis
- Review and Analyze PSC orders regarding MYP plans for both BGE and PEPCO
- Managed over 30 programs, with a total of 100+ projects which account for $200 million in yearly revenue
- Development of the 5-year Long Range plan for multiple ITNs, for both Capital and O&M
- Collaborated with various stakeholders (Centrally Managed, Project Managers, and Category Managers) to develop early KPIs, Materials, and processes for Regionally Managed group (1 of the first 4 Analysts that started the group for Exelon)
- Provides detailed analysis of variances to budget, quarterly plan, and month over month through the use of Power BI building
- Develop, organize, and present project and program performance reports for both internal and external use
- Analyze project actual and forecast data accuracy to ensure compliance with annual internal and external Audits
- Through the use of complex model building
- Utilized Power BI and Macros to track, Maintain, and Analyze various KPIs in coordination with the Project managers and provide recommendations of improvements
- Creation of several Power BI reports, including the LE Report and ITN Analysis Report for the Regionally Managed Project Controls Team
- These reports increased efficiency and visibility of project progress and results
- Development of trend analysis and cost per for various projects in order to stay within a 2.5% margin of error regarding the overall Original Budget
- This was done through the design and building of a Financial Model
- Mentor and Train new employees on forecasting, budgeting, and analysis (Specifically variance analysis)
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Created detailed user stories for system enhancements, leading to improved functionality and user satisfaction.
Manager - Project Financial Operations
Cuisine Solutions
12.2016 - 05.2020
- Led team of 3 in the creation of reports that assisted Logistics to increase window rate by 6 percentage points (87% to 93%) in 6 months
- Managed the team that was responsible for the Gross-Margins along with Revenue projections for the USA branch
- Led monthly financial close
- Led team of 2 to create logistics report via Power BI aided the team to decrease logistics cost as a percentage of revenue by 7 points (12% to 5%)
- Assisted in cost-cutting measures
- This also facilitated in creation of performance metrics
- Optimized production efficiency by 13% through SKU Rationalizing
- Led team of 4 in slashing logistics percentage of revenue by 4 percentage points in 6 months
- Led team of 5 to cut labor rate reporting time by 75% through automation
- Bolstered Budget attainment percentage by 15% through usage of Agile techniques
- Led the Manufacturing Plant efficiency and effectiveness plan execution in both USA offices, which increased production by 13%
- Creation of Forecast and Budget for 5 Sales Channels (Retail, Onboard Services, National Restaurant Chains, Depot, and Military)
- Provide financial analysis and reporting for Management
- Streamlined Budget vs Actual performance review
- Developed KPI metrics report and development of formula pricing model
- Financial Statements Analysis, Analyzing of P&Ls, and Reconciliation of balances
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Financial Analyst - Treasury Department
Sagicor Bank
01.2015 - 10.2016
- Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.
- Facilitated smooth month-end close processes by efficiently reconciling accounts and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Streamlined financial reporting for better decision-making with clear, concise analysis and presentation.
- Trained junior analysts on best practices in financial modeling, contributing to a stronger overall team performance.
- Developed KPI metrics report and development of formula pricing model. This allowed the business to be within 1.7% of its budget consistently.
Accountant
Ashburn C. Simon & Associates
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled 15 accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
Education
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management - Business Operations
University Of Wisconsin - Platteville
Platteville, WI12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University Of The West Indies
Kingston, JA10.2016
Skills
- Project Management
- Power BI
- Forecasting
- Budgeting
- Data Analysis
- Risk Management
- Process Improvement
- Lean Six Sigma
- Microsoft Project
- Excel
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Six Sigma
Timeline
Senior Business Analyst - Investment Startegy
Baltimore Gas & Electric
06.2021 - Current
Manager - Project Financial Operations
Cuisine Solutions
12.2016 - 05.2020
Financial Analyst - Treasury Department
Sagicor Bank
01.2015 - 10.2016
Accountant
Ashburn C. Simon & Associates
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Six Sigma
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management - Business Operations
University Of Wisconsin - Platteville
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University Of The West Indies
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