Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Highlightedcareerachievements
Certification
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ELISHA J. JASTRAM

Sioux Falls,SD

Summary

Finance professional with extensive experience in financial operations and strategic planning. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and driving results within dynamic settings. Proven abilities in financial analysis, along with strong leadership and adaptability.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Finance

Midlands Choice
10.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
  • Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Controller

Encompass Health
03.2020 - 10.2022
  • Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.

Key Financial Strategist

RMS Roller Grinder
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Managed and coordinated all activities within Accounting Department.
  • Implemented innovative solutions for optimizing processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.

Clinical Research Manager

Sanford Research
12.2017 - 07.2019
  • Prepared clinical trial profit/loss analyses and negotiated related budgets
  • Oversaw research billing compliance, determining the billing implications of new studies
  • Supervised staff in multiple regions, coordinated workloads and ensured task completion.

Director of Finance

Sanford Research
06.2015 - 12.2017
  • Managed a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development.
  • Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing more efficient software systems and optimizing data management.
  • Developed accurate monthly forecasts using historical data trends combined with current market conditions for enhanced decision-making capabilities.
  • Reduced overhead costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing targeted cost-saving measures across various departments.

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Financial Analyst/Supervisor

Sanford Research
12.2006 - 06.2015
  • Increased financial accuracy by streamlining budgeting processes and implementing advanced forecasting techniques.
  • Facilitated cross-functional communication among departments, supporting informed decision-making based on sound financial analysis.
  • Managed annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment between departmental objectives and corporate goals while maintaining fiscal discipline.

Education

Professional Accountancy Degree -

Northern State University
12.2000

Skills

  • Strategic Planner
  • Critical Thinker
  • Effective Communicator
  • Proactive and Focused Professional

Highlightedcareerachievements

  • Applied common sense approach when communicating financial results to management by producing monthly financial reports with the necessary financial data in an uncomplicated, useful format.
  • Worked with various levels of Management to prepare and submit realistic and fiscally responsible budgets by giving all stakeholders a voice while at the same time communicating effectively and staying within fiscal goals.
  • Utilized technology to automate processes and increase efficiency by implementing automated subject stipend program.

Certification

  • CPA - Certified Public Accountant

Timeline

Director of Finance

Midlands Choice
10.2022 - Current

Controller

Encompass Health
03.2020 - 10.2022

Key Financial Strategist

RMS Roller Grinder
07.2019 - 01.2020

Clinical Research Manager

Sanford Research
12.2017 - 07.2019

Director of Finance

Sanford Research
06.2015 - 12.2017

Financial Analyst/Supervisor

Sanford Research
12.2006 - 06.2015

Professional Accountancy Degree -

Northern State University
ELISHA J. JASTRAM