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Colleen Gilmartin

Elkhorn,WI

Summary

Skilled and highly analytical Financial Controller with 10+ years of experience in accounting, financial systems, and tracking cash flow. Specialize in business analysis and financial reporting in support of effective decision-making for the senior leadership team. A diligent financial management professional with the ability to manage and improve business processes and financial systems, prepare accurate forecasts, and oversee financial planning and budgets. Directs an accounting team and ensures the accuracy of all transactions, financial statements, tax returns and payments, audits, and governmental agency reports.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Financial Controller Lead

Cypher Labs
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Developed and executed financial planning strategies, budgets, and forecasts aligned with Cypher Labs' strategic vision for web3 and blockchain dynamics, resulting in enhanced financial clarity and goal alignment.
  • Consolidated research into cryptocurrency ledger systems, accounting software, and analytics software in order to stay ahead of financial technology.
  • Successfully negotiated favorable pricing agreements with third-party vendors, optimizing cost efficiency for the organization and decreasing projected costs by 50%.
  • Prioritized the short- and long-term needs of the firm while assuming general financial administration and process improvement responsibilities.
  • Directed and developed scenario modeling and KPI analysis for business partners.

Financial Controller - EMEA

Menai Asset Management (UK) Ltd.
06.2022 - 02.2023
  • Led finance and accounting for the London office, overseeing operations in Europe, London, and Asia, reporting directly to the New York office, resulting in improved financial processes, accounting standards, and compliance (IFRS, U.S. GAAP).
  • Optimized general ledger, A/R, and A/P workflows, collaborating closely with accounts payable team members and suppliers, leading to an 85% increase in efficiency and improvement for UK & European costs. Optimized general ledger, A/R, and A/P workflows while approving and directing payments in close collaboration with accounts payable team members and suppliers for the procurement process, resulting in an 85% increase in efficiency and improvement for UK & European costs.
  • Established and maintained strong professional relationships with external auditors and advisors, coordinating activities across various entities, countries, and continents.
  • Directed the consolidation of financial data to oversee the accounting of consolidated business results effectively and collaborated on comprehensive internal and external financial statements.
  • Supervised business performance metrics, met government reporting requirements, and led financial forecasting while resolving technical accounting challenges to facilitate informed decision-making processes.
    Analyzed and improved accounting functions, implemented new processes, and assessed accounting software efficacy.

Managing Director | Financial Regulation Manager

DRW Europe Derivatives B.V.
03.2019 - 05.2022
  • Shaped, designed, and implemented comprehensive financial plans and strategies while developing analysis and reporting on financial performance.
  • Reviewed past performance, drove accountability, and prepared 5-year operational budgets to avoid additional expenses.
  • Delivered robust support to firm management in executing a variety of responsibilities, such as HR administration, back/middle office operations processing, auditing, tax, and treasury management tasks.
  • Recognized the importance of accuracy in analyzing the reports related to departmental P&L, risk assessment, and financial data summaries.
  • Managed the review and oversight of FCA and DNB regulatory reporting with international board members, resulting in minimal errors.

UK Controller

DRW Investments UK Ltd.
06.2015 - 03.2019
  • Steered day-to-day financial and administrative functions, leading 100% of company audits and financial transactions under HMRC and FCA requirements.
  • Provided expert-level supervision to staff members in managing month-end close processes, completing tax returns, reconciling third-party asset confirmations, and generating P&L and income reports in cooperation with the US team.
  • Identified development opportunities and areas of improvement by assessing the financial details of past, present, and future operations.
  • Leveraged Oracle/SQL and VBA Macros to 100% automate reconciliation processes.
  • Exercised FRX reporting software for tax analysis and internal reporting.

Senior Accountant

DRW Holdings LLC
10.2013 - 05.2015
  • Managed the financial reporting of over 10 entities: the broker/dealer, DRW Securities LLC, real estate entities, and crypto-related businesses (DRW Cumberland LLC).
  • Meticulously developed financial statements for multiple entity organizations, business activity reports, P&L margin documents, and financial regulatory agencies, including SEC, CFTC, and FINRA/CBOE.
  • Supervised audits and financial transactions for SEC-registered entities, ensuring accurate net capital calculations and monthly FOCUS reports for CBOE in adherence to state and federal requirements while reducing discrepancies.
  • Trained and coached staff members to enhance capabilities at individual and group levels.

FINOP - Financial & Operational Principal | Controller

Infinium Capital Management, LLC
11.2005 - 02.2013
  • Provided regulatory agencies (SEC, CFTC, FINRA, CME, KCBT, & MGEX) with financial statements, business activity documents, P&L margin reports, financial position forecasts, and annual budgets.
  • Hired and recruited passionate employees to add value to the existing team with fresh ideas and broad perspectives.
  • Maintained end-to-end compliance controls of all activities with state and federal requirements and statutes while leading company audits and financial transactions.
  • Cultivated strategic partnerships with banking and internal and external accounting personnel to facilitate financial activities.
  • Established proper procedures and policies for the finance department of 5 members by working side-by-side with the CFO.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting - Accounting

University of Illinois
Champaign, IL
05.2001

Skills

  • MS Office Suite
  • QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Net suite
  • SQL
  • Tableau
  • Accounts Payable Management Systems (Concur, Ramp, Trip Actions, Stampli, E-Requester)
  • Cash Flow Optimization
  • Financial Services Delivery
  • Fund Administration
  • Business Process Improvement
  • Relationship Management
  • Customer Services
  • Training & mentoring
  • Capital Management
  • Policies & Procedures

Accomplishments

  • Trained and coached staff members at DRW and Menai to enhance their capabilities at both individual and group levels.
  • Promoted from Chicago to London to lead the London finance team at DRW and build out procedures and regulatory functions.
  • Successfully implemented and conducted in-depth research on cryptocurrency ledger and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, enhancing financial management capabilities.

Certification

Series 27 FINOP License (Expired during London Assignment at DRW)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Italian
Limited Working
Dutch
Limited Working

Timeline

Financial Controller Lead

Cypher Labs
07.2023 - 01.2024

Financial Controller - EMEA

Menai Asset Management (UK) Ltd.
06.2022 - 02.2023

Managing Director | Financial Regulation Manager

DRW Europe Derivatives B.V.
03.2019 - 05.2022

UK Controller

DRW Investments UK Ltd.
06.2015 - 03.2019

Senior Accountant

DRW Holdings LLC
10.2013 - 05.2015

FINOP - Financial & Operational Principal | Controller

Infinium Capital Management, LLC
11.2005 - 02.2013

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting - Accounting

University of Illinois

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