Elie Rappoport
Baltimore,United States
Summary
Dedicated operations and finance professional with a proven track record of driving business growth and optimizing efficiencies. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams, managing financial accounts, overseeing large-scale events, and collaborating with legal entities for multiple international operations. Adept at implementing streamlined processes, developing strategic initiatives, and delivering results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance and Operations Executive
MirageID
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with the MirageID CEO to craft pitch decks, executive summaries, and comprehensive financial projections for equity fundraising initiatives upwards of $1M
- Bridged the gap between internal operating systems, standardizing procedures resulting in streamlined workflows and hundreds of hours saved
- Developed and executed customer retention and acquisition practices resulting in 95% retention and $400k in NNARR
- Oversaw monthly billing operations for all clients, utilizing ChargeBee, Stripe, Quickbooks, and our proprietary administrative system to ensure smooth billing operations
- Performed monthly analysis of operational, financial, and customer acquisition data, collaborating with MirageID CEO to identify growth opportunities and develop effective strategies.
Operational Finance Lead
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed all legal, accounting, and payroll functions for the Israel site ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
- Responsible for forecasting and presenting annual site budget requirements (€3M) to the leadership team and managing the budget for the following year once approved
- Approved equipment requests from product design and engineering teams to ensure the teams' needs were met
- Led project planning and product lifecycle development for a team of 20 engineers, driving the successful production of an ultrafast charging station
- Oversaw contract negotiations with employees, ensuring favorable and equitable terms
- Successfully planned and implemented the onboarding of the Oracle Agile software, significantly enhancing operational efficiency for internal teams
- Managed site-wide procurement of inventory, overseeing a procurement team locally and globally.
Head of Operations
Purple Leads LTD
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Successfully managed an events team of 20 employees, overseeing large-scale events with overattendees
- Oversaw and maintained all company media channels, including Facebook, Taboola, Outbrain
- Google, and affiliated platforms
- Managed P&L sheets, financial accounts, bank accounts, employee salary, AR & AP ensuring company payments, tracking, and reporting
- Led the recruitment and management of a diverse team of 20 employees, both in-office and remotely
- Acted as a key liaison between the CEO and new legal entities, enabling the efficient operation of multiple LLCs and corporations in the USA, Israel, and Ukraine.
Paratrooper, Israel Defense Forces
12.2015 - 12.2017
- Served in IDF Paratrooper Brigade Battalion 202, demonstrating dedication and commitment to the mission
- Assigned to the esteemed Front-Line Advance Guard Infiltration Unit, exemplifying exceptional bravery and resilience
- Undertook a significant role in intelligence operations for a three-month period, showcasing astute analytical skills and attention to detail.
Director of Operations
David Paige Inc
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Responsible for bookkeeping, budgeting, and basic accounting for quarterly NNARR of $1M
- Analyzed company data to maximize revenue and generate future budgets
- Coordinated daily operations including maintaining accounts, delegating shipping, coordinating projects, and nurturing consumer and vendor relationships
- Maintained six domestic and international E-Commerce store accounts
- Implemented and administered company-wide applications ensuring smooth business operations
- Provided network administration and IT support for all hosted client servers.
Education
Associate's degree - Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - BS - Finance | Minor in Computer Science
University of Maryland
05.2024
Skills
- Microsoft products
- Jira
- Oracle Agile
- Photoshop
- Python
- Java
- Administrative Operations
- Human Resources Knowledge
- Monthly Reconciliations
- P&L Management
- Performance Optimization Strategies
Languages
Hebrew
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Timeline
Finance and Operations Executive
MirageID
09.2021 - Current
Operational Finance Lead
09.2019 - 06.2021
Head of Operations
Purple Leads LTD
03.2018 - 08.2019
Paratrooper, Israel Defense Forces
12.2015 - 12.2017
Director of Operations
David Paige Inc
08.2013 - 08.2015
Associate's degree - Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - BS - Finance | Minor in Computer Science
University of Maryland
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