Chris Henry
Massena,NY
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Accountant - Smelting Analyst
ALCOA
Massena, NY
07.2022 - Current
- Conduct thorough reviews of monthly financial data to ensure accuracy in budgeting and forecasting.
- Assist in monthly closing support and reporting for Massena West Smelter.
- Manage a multi-million dollar monthly expense budget for 10+ smelting departments.
- Assist in annual financial planning process for Smelting operations.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and variance analysis (actual vs. budget).
- Identify discrepancies in financial data and use corrective actions to resolve them.
- Analyze trends in financial performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Provide detailed financial insights and data analysis to help the Financial Controller make informed strategic decisions.
- Assist Financial Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting and identify areas for cost control or improvement.
- Organize and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly raw material tracking reports.
- Process accurate raw material consumption in Oracle.
- Complete monthly & quarterly cycle counts to identify any discrepancies between actual and recorded inventory levels.
- Reconcile inventory count results to maintain accurate inventory balances and values.
- Investigate root causes of discrepancies between actual vs projected inventory levels.
- Complete full annual physical inventories and communicate results to inventory managers and Controller for review and reporting.
- Participate in monthly meetings with department managers to review both actual expense versus forecasted expense and take any corrective action.
- Collaborate with department managers to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting processes were followed.
- Coordinate with raw material suppliers regarding delivery schedules and tonnage ordered.
- Review raw material requisitions to ensure accuracy and take any corrective action.
Senior Account Manager
St. Hilaire Insurance Services
Massena, NY
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Research and secure new accounts within assigned territory to increase sales and profitability.
- Act as a daily liaison between insurance company, claims adjusters and clients.
- Coordinate with company underwriters to maximize benefit-cost ratio.
- Review sales reports in order to make informed decisions for the company's future.
- Coordinate team work schedules to prioritize production and agency profitability.
- Establish and enforce sales goals to boost team morale.
Account Manager
State Farm Insurance
Massena, NY
11.2018 - 08.2021
- Design and execute effective marketing strategies to sell new insurance contracts.
- Contact potential clients and create rapport by networking, cold calling and using referrals.
- Review the needs of business or individual customers and implement suitable protection plans.
- Collect information from clients on their risk profiles in order to offer them the proper solution.
Personal Lines Account Manager
Farmer’s Insurance
Massena, NY
06.2015 - 07.2018
- Develop insurance coverage policies to meet personal needs.
- Establish new clients and reunite with previous ones.
- Manage and monitor the daily operations of a business which includes all forms of communication, handle the day to day cash flow, generate sales spreadsheets and profitability charts.
Financial Professional
High Peaks Financial Group
Lake Placid, NY
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Specialized in selling life insurance and annuities.
- Knowledge of financial planning, investment management and estate planning.
New Market Agent
State Farm Insurance
Malta, NY
04.2013 - 12.2013
Senior Commercial Lines Account Manager
Northern Insuring Agency, Inc
Massena, NY
11.2000 - 04.2013
- Identified company needs to provide appropriate insurance coverage.
- Performed review, audit and oversight of insurance claims.
- Worked with management, claims adjusters and attorneys to determine strategies to meet client needs.
- Conducted insurance risk analysis, insurance contract reviews, claims auditing and risk management strategies to benefit the company.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
State University of New York at Canton
2000
Skills
- Financial Accounting
- Proactive worker
- Strong Analytical skills
- Detail Minded
- Adaptability
- Time Management
Technical Skills
- Oracle Applications (Discoverer)
- Orbit Analytics
- Connected Planning
- Microsoft Applications, including Excel and XLEdge
Timeline
Financial Accountant - Smelting Analyst
ALCOA
07.2022 - Current
Senior Account Manager
St. Hilaire Insurance Services
09.2021 - 07.2022
Account Manager
State Farm Insurance
11.2018 - 08.2021
Personal Lines Account Manager
Farmer’s Insurance
06.2015 - 07.2018
Financial Professional
High Peaks Financial Group
01.2014 - 05.2014
New Market Agent
State Farm Insurance
04.2013 - 12.2013
Senior Commercial Lines Account Manager
Northern Insuring Agency, Inc
11.2000 - 04.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
State University of New York at Canton
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