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Cari West
Old Fort,NC
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Summary
Senior Data and Financial Systems Analyst specializing in transforming data processes and enhancing reporting frameworks. Consistently improved operational efficiency and decision-making for senior leadership through strategic data management and automation initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Financial Systems Analyst
MEDTRONIC
01.2023 - Current
- Managed end-to-end data processing utilizing customized SAP reporting functions
- maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting functions to ensure completeness and accuracy resulting from rigorous data quality checks and validations
- Optimized predictive forecasting decision reporting and automation for 10 senior leaders and 5 VPs
- Spearheaded project for migration of material and finance business warehouse data reporting to BusinessObjects universe
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
Senior Quality Systems Specialist
MEDTRONIC
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Managed business continuity activities involving auditing, reporting, and maintenance of process documentation systems such as Business Objects
- Performed monthly and quarterly financial reporting while conducting UAT testing for software enhancements.
- Implemented and upheld departmental controls and SOPs while designing macros to streamline reporting processes.
- refined documentation through collaboration with IT management, boosting internal operations
- Assessed current business processes to formulate implementation solutions in collaboration with 6 internal teams
- Established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Senior Credit Representative
MEDTRONIC
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Directed management of multi-million-dollar accounts receivable across 500+ accounts, enhancing order-to-cash workflows for Department of Defense.
- Strengthened ~800 long-term customer relationships via focused system upgrades and data insights
- Created macros to enhance reporting efficiency, decreasing statement delivery time by 90%
- Improved understanding of financial statements, which helped in assessing risk.
- Performed credit reviews on corporations to assess financial conditions.
- Maintained compliance with applicable regulations and laws governing consumer credit.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Supervisor, Loss Prevention & Financial Services
MONEYGRAM
Brooklyn Park, USA
- led development of scorecard system for employee performance and reporting system for finance and management teams, enhancing performance monitoring and accountability
- Developed and sustained databases for analyzing trends in fraud and chargebacks, facilitating data-driven decision-making and proactive risk management.
- Secured accurate transaction processing to preserve financial integrity.
- Mentored team members on customer service protocols and operational procedures.
- Orchestrated workflow integration across departments to elevate service delivery efficiency.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Credit Supervisor
OTTOBOCK
Plymouth, USA
- Formulated payment plans and terms that enhanced days sales outstanding by 5.5 days while decreasing office expenses by $500 per month via SAP-driven processes.
- Directed credit department staff and upheld compliance with established policies.
- Analyzed customer credit applications for risk evaluation and approval decisions
- Handled customer inquiries related to credit terms and account statuses.
- Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
- Checked appraisals, title information and insurance documents for each property.
- Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
- Obtained and reviewed credit reports, credit references, credit insurance and financial statements to establish credit limits for new accounts.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
Education
Associate of Science - Managerial Accounting
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
Woodbury, MNBachelor of Science - Sociology & Criminal Justice
NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
Fargo, NDSkills
- SAP reporting
- Financial modeling
- Business intelligence solutions
- Data visualization tools
- Database management systems
- Process automation tools
- Cloud computing platforms
- Project management applications
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Stakeholder engagement
Hobbies and Interests
- Stained Glass
- Laser Engraving
- Antique Shopping
- Flea Markets
Timeline
Senior Financial Systems Analyst
MEDTRONIC
01.2023 - Current
Senior Quality Systems Specialist
MEDTRONIC
01.2017 - 01.2023
Senior Credit Representative
MEDTRONIC
01.2011 - 01.2017
Supervisor, Loss Prevention & Financial Services
MONEYGRAM
Credit Supervisor
OTTOBOCK
Associate of Science - Managerial Accounting
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
Bachelor of Science - Sociology & Criminal Justice
NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY