Bruce Larson
Beaumont,CA
Summary
Dynamic Finance Manager with a proven track record at Anheuser-Busch Sales, excelling in P&L tracking and budget management. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiencies and driving revenue growth through strategic financial analysis and effective team collaboration. Committed to fostering customer satisfaction and continuous improvement in high-pressure environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Anheuser-Busch Sales
01.2020 - Current
- Led financial planning and analysis for sales initiatives, driving strategic decision-making across teams.
- Managed budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.
- Oversaw expense management programs, identifying cost-saving opportunities and enhancing operational efficiencies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize pricing strategies based on competitive analysis and customer insights.
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team capabilities in financial analysis.
- Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Managed multimillion-dollar budgets, ensuring accurate allocation across departments.
- Implemented cost-control measures that substantially decreased unnecessary expenditures.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
Planning & Project Manager
Anheuser-Busch Sales
06.2016 - 01.2020
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with organizational objectives.
- Developed and managed project timelines, ensuring on-time delivery of key initiatives.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced costs.
- Coordinated stakeholder communications to facilitate project updates and foster collaboration.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
Sales Execution Coordinator
Anheuser-Busch Sales
01.2012 - 06.2016
- Coordinated project timelines and resources to ensure successful completion of initiatives
- Developed training materials and facilitated sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and enhanced efficiency
- Managed stakeholder communications, ensuring alignment on project goals and expectations
- Analyzed data to identify trends, providing actionable insights for strategic decision-making
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Developed comprehensive training materials for new staff, leading to quicker onboarding and higher initial productivity levels.
Business Services Manager
Anheuser-Busch Sales
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to drive revenue growth and improve customer satisfaction.
- Managed vendor relationships to optimize service delivery and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product expansion and competitive positioning.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making practices to enhance operational transparency and accountability.
- Optimized staff performance with ongoing training programs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Led change management initiatives to support organizational growth while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Created, managed, and executed business plan and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Management
DeVry University
Pomona, CASkills
- Performance reviews
- P&L tracking
- Sales support
- Budget management
- Customer satisfaction
- Internal controls
- Financial analysis
- Debt management
Timeline
Finance Manager
Anheuser-Busch Sales
01.2020 - Current
Planning & Project Manager
Anheuser-Busch Sales
06.2016 - 01.2020
Sales Execution Coordinator
Anheuser-Busch Sales
01.2012 - 06.2016
Business Services Manager
Anheuser-Busch Sales
01.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Management
DeVry University
United States Navy
Gulf War Veteran served during Desert Storm/Desert Shield.