CHRISTI HAMLIN
Alabaster,AL
Summary
Dynamic professional with proven expertise in cost analysis and financial modeling. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, resulting in streamlined accounting processes that enhance reporting accuracy and drive cost improvements. Recognized for effective communication and problem-solving abilities, consistently delivering actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Shelby County Schools
Calera & Columbiana, AL
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and collaboration.
- Incorporated technology into lessons, increasing student engagement and facilitating interactive learning experiences.
- Implemented assessment tools to measure student progress and understanding.
- Partnered with parents to enhance student learning and development, ensuring consistent support and communication.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Cost Accounting Manager
Gestamp
McCalla, AL
01.2005 - 05.2006
- Developed and maintained standard costing models for product lines.
- Streamlined cost accounting processes for improved accuracy in financial reporting.
- Analyzed production costs to identify areas for efficiency improvements.
- Evaluated financial data across departments to pinpoint cost control improvement opportunities.
Cost Accounting Manager
CRH
Clanton, AL
07.2005 - 01.2006
- Managed cost accounting processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Developed and maintained standard costing models for product lines.
- Analyzed production costs to pinpoint opportunities for efficiency improvements, supporting cost reduction initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support budgeting initiatives.
- Worked independently and as part of a team to provide analysis, budget, product cost, and produce monthly/weekly reporting for site manufacturing operations.
- Developed reports and templates for operations using SAP, Excel, and PowerPoint to enhance decision-making.
- Provided training on SAP software for site personnel.
- Integrated cost accounting methodologies with existing company accounting and administrative systems to streamline reporting processes.
Cost Analyst
Solutia
Trenton, MI
09.2001 - 05.2005
- Budgeted product costs, provided analysis, and prepared monthly and weekly reports for the Astaris 3rd party phosphates operation.
- Analyzed cost data to identify trends and discrepancies.
- Conducted variance analysis to assess budget performance and resource allocation.
- Calculated total costs and compared budgets with actual expenses.
- Compiled detailed financial statistics and reports on expenses, costs, and forecasts to support strategic planning.
- Utilized data analysis to project and adjust expense and cost transactions.
- Analyzed price variances and approved special pricing to optimize cost management.
- Analyzed trends in production costs over time and generated forecasts based on this information.
- Developed reports and templates for operations using SAP, Excel, and PowerPoint to enhance data visibility.
- Presented findings and recommendations to stakeholders for informed decision-making.
- Provided training on SAP software for site personnel, both group, one-on-one, and through video modules.
Cost Analyst
Solutia
Springfield, USA
06.1999 - 09.2001
- Compiled financial statistics and reports on expenses, costs, and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
- Utilized data analysis to project and adjust expense and cost transactions.
- Investigated price variances and approved special pricing.
- Developed financial models to assess impact of pricing changes on profitability, guiding management in pricing strategy.
- Analyzed cost data to identify trends and discrepancies.
- Calculated total costs and compared budgets with actual expenses.
- Conducted variance analysis to assess budget performance and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop budget forecasts.
- Collaborated with site management team to implement cost improvement strategies, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Worked independently and with a team to provide analysis and reporting for manufacturing operations
- Analyzed cost data and identified areas for cost savings opportunities.
- Presented findings and recommendations to stakeholders for informed decision-making.
- Mentored non-exempt employees and facilitated their professional development
- Created video modules to train site personnel, providing group and one-on-one training
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL12-2017
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL04-1999
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
UAB
Birmngham, AL12-1993
Skills
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Cost analysis
- Forecasting
- Variance analysis
- Standard costing
- Cost evaluation
- SAP proficiency
- Financial modeling
Timeline
Teacher
Shelby County Schools
08.2018 - 05.2020
Cost Accounting Manager
CRH
07.2005 - 01.2006
Cost Accounting Manager
Gestamp
01.2005 - 05.2006
Cost Analyst
Solutia
09.2001 - 05.2005
Cost Analyst
Solutia
06.1999 - 09.2001
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Montevallo
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
UAB