Ariane Ojo
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Dynamic finance leader with a proven track record, enhancing operational efficiency and driving profitability through innovative pricing strategies. Expert in financial modeling and stakeholder management, delivering strategic insights that improved forecasting accuracy and compliance. Committed to fostering high-performance teams and achieving organizational growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Of Finance
Four Brown Girls
New York, NY
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Enhanced operational efficiency by spearheading implementation of enterprise-wide financial systems with improved reporting capabilities.
- Drove company profitability by developing new pricing strategies, achieving 30% increase.
- Facilitated business expansion through strategic partnerships while managing key stakeholder relationships.
- Ensured compliance and risk management by implementing robust internal controls.
- Increased forecasting accuracy using advanced analytical modeling techniques.
- Controlled financial reporting processes, overseeing month-end close procedures.
- Delivered strategic insights through comprehensive financial planning and analysis efforts.
Director of Finance
AWA Studios
New York, USA
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Built comprehensive five-year financial model, outlining path to profitability within three years.
- Established in-house finance expertise center, achieving annual savings of $170,000 on consultant costs.
- Orchestrated Series B funding strategy encompassing financial modeling, budgeting, and investor presentations.
- Led team of seven finance professionals, promoting high-performance standards and professional development.
- Managed relationships with banking institutions, investors, and key financial stakeholders.
- Ensured regulatory compliance and timely filing of all necessary financial documentation.
- Collaborated with department heads to enhance resource allocation and operational efficiency.
- Worked with executive team to develop long-term financial strategy aligned with growth objectives.
Finance & Operations Manager
CDNBCA
Montreal, Canada
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Managed the month-end closing process to guarantee timely completion of accurate financial statements.
- Created and monitored departmental budgets while identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Standardized financial reporting templates for improved data consistency and analysis.
- Negotiated contracts and payment terms with vendors to resolve cash flow challenges.
- Supported annual audit completion by addressing inquiries and supplying documentation.
- Conducted thorough checks on payroll, vendor payments, and accounting disbursements for compliance.
Sr Account Receivables
Belron
Montreal, Canada
10.2013 - 06.2017
- Company Overview: Montreal
- Montreal
Account Specialist
Ally
Toronto, Canada
03.2010 - 09.2013
- Company Overview: Toronto
- Toronto
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
08-2009
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Forecasting accuracy
- Financial modeling
- Risk management
- Budgeting strategies
- Stakeholder management
Certification
CMA, Institute of Management Accountants, In progress
Languages
- French, Native or Bilingual
- Spanish, Limited Working
Work Availability
monday
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Accomplishments
· Led Series B funding preparations, creating comprehensive financial models demonstrating a 3-year path to profitability
· Implemented data-driven pricing strategies resulting in a 30% profitability increase
· Established an in-house finance expertise center, reducing external consultant costs and yielding $170,000 in annual savings
· Streamlined financial operations and reporting systems across multiple organizations
Timeline
Head Of Finance - Four Brown Girls
07.2023 - 03.2025
Director of Finance - AWA Studios
01.2021 - 07.2023
Finance & Operations Manager - CDNBCA
06.2017 - 06.2019
Sr Account Receivables - Belron
10.2013 - 06.2017
Account Specialist - Ally
03.2010 - 09.2013
Concordia University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
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