Deborah Smith
Plano,TX
Summary
Results-driven CFO with expertise in financial forecasting, P&L management, and budget optimization. Demonstrated success in developing strategies that drive profitability and improve operational efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Financial Officer
Skudo
Dallas, TX
05.2018 - Current
- Oversee organization-wide budget development and financial forecasting.
- Optimize profitability through strategic management of P&L to ensure compliance with fiscal responsibilities.
- Formulate financial strategies enhancing business growth and operational efficiency.
- Manage all aspects of payroll operations, including wage processing, benefits administration, and 401(k) contributions.
- Recruit, train, and manage staff responsible for accounting functions within the organization.
- Supervise technological enhancements that minimize waste and eliminate operational bottlenecks.
Office Manager and Accountant
Skudo
Menlo Park, California
08.2011 - 07.2012
- Managed daily office operations and maintained efficient workflow processes.
- Developed training materials for new hires to ensure smooth onboarding experiences.
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence, and other documents.
- Assisted in budget management by tracking expenses and processing invoices efficiently.
- Executed general bookkeeping tasks including bank statement reconciliations, journal entry creation, and payroll processing.
Management Accountant
Artistic Stone
Sydney, Australia
02.2000 - 06.2010
- Developed and maintained accounting systems to enhance accuracy of financial information and documentation.
- Analyzed business operations, trends, costs, revenues, and financial commitments to project future revenues and expenses.
- Developed cost control measures to optimize resource allocation and reduce expenses.
- Performed month-end closing activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and other related tasks.
- Administered payroll operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and accuracy in processing.
- Assisted in developing marketing and business strategies to enhance profitability.
Administrative Assistant
Macquarie Bank
Sydney, Australia
01.1999 - 10.1999
- Prepared reports and presentations to support decision-making processes.
- Input data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to maintain accurate records.
- Organized and managed confidential documents according to established protocol to ensure data security.
Education
Bachelor of Accounting and Finance -
University of Sydney
Sydney, Australia12-1998
Skills
- P&L management
- Financial forecasting
- Strategic financial planning
- Budget optimization
- Cash flow management
- Payroll administration
- Staff recruitment
Timeline
Chief Financial Officer
Skudo
05.2018 - Current
Office Manager and Accountant
Skudo
08.2011 - 07.2012
Management Accountant
Artistic Stone
02.2000 - 06.2010
Administrative Assistant
Macquarie Bank
01.1999 - 10.1999
Bachelor of Accounting and Finance -
University of Sydney