Anthony Zebekow
Workforce Strategy & Insights Specialist
Wayne,PA
Summary
A dedicated professional with experience in multiple disciplines of the financial services industry and a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand, process innovation, and collective and personal development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Workforce Strategy & Insights Specialist
The Vanguard Group Inc.
Malvern, PA
12.2020 - Current
- Provided consultancy and data insights in support of divisional resource (headcount) planning efforts with an eye on future state IT talent needs
- Partnered closely with workforce stakeholders & business partners on the types of data and analysis that will assist with effective workforce strategy development and planning including
internal data and external sources
- Managed the negotiation and deal execution of Staff Augmentation hourly rate card for four industry leading vendors resulting in $9.3 million on cost avoidance
- Developed intricate financial models to assist business partners in understanding the cost translation and expense variables associated with converting contingent workers into full-time employees
- Formulated groundwork for IT talent attraction initiatives (i.e. Direct Placement Agency utilization, Full Time Employee Visa Sponsorship)
Financial Analyst
The Vanguard Group Inc.
Malvern, PA
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Provided sound and thoughtful financial analysis and decision support for the Retail and Financial Advisor Technology divisions
- Led and gained buy-in through the creation of a $140 million business case in support of the productivity gained in a division-wide implementation of Lean and Agile practices
- Assisted Project Management Offices and Managing Directors with establishing achievable financial solutions with efficient, cost-effective workforce utilization
- Trained new hires, senior associates, and finance managers on how to use frequently utilized tools (i.e. Hyperion Essbase, Peoplesoft Financials, Oracle Data Management) and in understanding business planning procedures
Junior Financial Analyst
The Vanguard Group Inc.
Malvern, PA
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Performed financial analysis, planning, and reporting for the Global Sourcing Office and Chief Technology Office while providing comprehensive support to analysts and their business clients
- Created customized P&L statements and analyze actual vs. budget variances for business clients and leadership (i.e. monthly run rate analysis)
- Spearheaded efforts to ensure the accurate and complete capitalization of internally developed software
- Proactively identified short-term liabilities to increase the accuracy of expense forecasting and to minimize invoice spillover during year-end accounting closes
Financial Administrator
The Vanguard Group Inc.
Malvern, PA
09.2016 - 11.2017
- Provided FP&A and Cost Accounting support to the Investment Management and Fund Accounting divisions
- Budgeted for intricate research-related vendor spend (i.e. Bloomberg terminals, Blackrock Aladdin, Factset services, Morningstar Licenses)
- Assumed ownership over ad-hoc requests such as the submission of regulatory filings and reconciliation of annual operational gains and losses
- Developed new processes and accurately accrued for 40% of the firm-wide key general ledger accounts (i.e. Index License Agreements and Registration Fees)
Client Relationship Associate
The Vanguard Group Inc.
Malvern, PA
10.2012 - 08.2016
- Delivered exceptional client service by providing account and plan information for Defined Contribution, Defined Benefit, and Specialty Clientele
- Communicated intricate plan provisions to participants in a manner than can be easily understood
- Educated clients on their plan’s unique offerings (i.e. Managed Account Program, Brokerage Option, Lump Sum Windows)
- Functioned as a subject matter expert in the areas of Call Quality, Technology, and Industry Briefing
- Served as a mentor and coach during new hire training and fielded ambiguous inquiries at the contact center Help Desk
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA 08.2008 - 05.2012
MBA - Finance
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA 06.2014 - 05.2017
Skills
Data Organization
Accomplishments
Vanguard Finance Leadership Development Graduate
Earned company-branded recognition for cross-functional Finance support during an organization restructure
Timeline
Workforce Strategy & Insights Specialist
The Vanguard Group Inc.
12.2020 - Current
Financial Analyst
The Vanguard Group Inc.
01.2019 - 12.2020
Junior Financial Analyst
The Vanguard Group Inc.
11.2017 - 01.2019
Financial Administrator
The Vanguard Group Inc.
09.2016 - 11.2017
MBA - Finance
Saint Joseph's University
06.2014 - 05.2017
Client Relationship Associate
The Vanguard Group Inc.
10.2012 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
08.2008 - 05.2012
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