Hi, I’m
ELIZABETH NOWICKI
Severna Park,MD
Summary
Dynamic and energetic leader with a proven track record of driving operational excellence in international organizations through effective process management, organizational development, and strategic planning. Exceptional communicator and facilitator adept at fostering strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Demonstrates advanced proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting, ensuring timely and accurate dashboards that support informed decision-making. Known for delivering impactful presentations to diverse audiences while navigating complex analytical challenges to promote process improvements and enhance overall performance.
Overview
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Catholic Relief Services
Senior Financial Advisor, FP&A
01.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Lead enterprise-wide FP&A cycle for a $1B+ global nonprofit with 7,000+ employees across five continents.
- Analyze complex data sets and clearly communicate financial performance, insights, and metrics to senior leadership, business partners, and Board of Directors.
- Develop and implement strategic, integrated, and collaborative approaches to all forecasting, planning, and budgeting processes, aligning with organizational objectives, policies, and donor requirements.
- Prepare and present financial analysis, models, and reporting to support fact-based decisions, optimize resource allocation, and improve fiscal accountability.
- Facilitate training and capacity building for global staff, expanding financial literacy and planning capabilities.
- Collaborate with IT and HR partners to ensure confidentiality, data integrity, and system optimization for workforce planning and reporting.
- Combine data storytelling with advanced analytics and visualization platforms (Power BI, AI tools) to deliver compelling insights that inform strategy and innovation.
OneMain Financial
Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A
01.2016 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Managed planning, forecasting, and budgeting process for a publicly-traded financial services company with a $1.2B annual expense base and 10K+ global staff.
- Maximized team agility and performance by directing daily activities and mentoring junior FP&A analysts.
- Developed financial models to forecast revenue, expenses, branch footprint, and staffing accurately.
- Presented and defended divisional budget submissions to executive leadership, finance leadership, and business partners with clarity, accuracy, and creativity.
- Led quarterly financial reviews, presenting findings and strategic recommendations to executives.
- Conducted monthly variance analysis reviews between actual results and budget/forecast expectations.
- Evaluated macroeconomic indicators and trends (HPI, CPI, Unemployment Rate, etc.) to inform branch optimization and strategic decision-making.
OneMain Financial
Investor Relations Senior Analyst
01.2014 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Established Investor Relations function and supported SEC filings, earnings calls, and board presentations.
- Prepared quarterly earnings materials, investor presentations, and press releases, aligning messaging with executive leadership and financial reporting.
- Drafted the CFO’s earnings call script with precision, ensuring consistency with financial disclosures and legal compliance.
- Led CEO and CFO preparation for analyst Q&A by anticipating likely questions, crafting compliant responses, and conducting rehearsal sessions.
- Analyzed market trends, peer performance, and shareholder feedback to refine investor messaging strategies.
CitiFinancial
Senior Financial Analyst, Branch Operations
06.2001 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Developed annual budget and monthly forecasts for revenue and expenses for multinational branch network; collaborated with department heads to allocate resources strategically.
- Analyzed branch, state, and market profitability statistics, tracking and communicating KPI measures.
- Performed ad-hoc analyses supporting cost reduction initiatives across departments.
- Completed 5-year strategic plan and analyses for the annual Federal Reserve Supervisory Stress Test process, consistently achieving strong capital ratings.
Education
Towson UniversityTowson, MD
Bachelor of Science (BS) from Business, concentration in Finance
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Financial Modeling & Analysis
- Leadership & Project Management
- Reporting & Data Visualization
- Nonprofit & International Finance
- Training & Staff Development
- Financial Systems Integration
Additional Experience
Financial Analyst - Aether Systems (2000-01) | Budget Analyst - The Coca-Cola Company (1998-2000) | Cost & Pricing Analyst - Raytheon (1996-98)
Timeline
Senior Financial Advisor, FP&A
Catholic Relief Services
01.2020 - Current
Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A
OneMain Financial
01.2016 - 01.2020
Investor Relations Senior Analyst
OneMain Financial
01.2014 - 01.2016
Senior Financial Analyst, Branch Operations
CitiFinancial
06.2001 - 01.2014
Towson University
Bachelor of Science (BS) from Business, concentration in Finance