Gwen Gipe
Nipomo,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and goal-driven Financial Analyst skilled in collecting, monitoring and studying data to analyze financial status and recommend business strategy. Experienced in qualitative and quantitative analysis, contract management and forecasting. Tech-savvy in use of spreadsheets, accounting and financial management software.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Financial Analyst
Safran Cabin
08.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the financial analysis and the completion of daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Monitor BPC Compliance report on a weekly basis and work with GL team to correct data as needed
- Responsible for the financial analysis and the completion of daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Reconcile ERP transactions to BPC reports to ensure consistency and reliability
- Support Controller, by collecting, preparing, reviewing and publishing various monthly financial reports (income statements, forecasts, headcount, KPI, etc.) according to published schedules
- Review monthly reports to help identify trends, variances, and track performance by comparing actual results to forecasts
- Assist in identifying Financial Reporting process improvements and recommend actions to Controller
- Maintain Financial Reporting process documentation
- Assist with special projects, and development of various ad hoc financial analysis, as needed
- Performs other duties as assigned by management
Credit Analyst - Remote
Sysco Inc
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Responsible for timely collection of AR balances and identifying and resolving the root cause of delinquency issues.
- Make decisions to hold or release customer orders that are systematically placed on credit hold.
- Ensure accuracy of customer’s account data, billing address, credit limit and payment terms.
- Build and leverage relationships with a variety of functional areas (Customer Service, Sales, Accounts Receivable, Merchandising Department, Operating Company Finance Department, and Profit Management) in order to address customer and/or process related issues.
- Analyze account portfolio to identify and address risk and provide reporting and KPI Metrics to management.
- Analyzed credit scores to determine borrowers' creditworthiness.
- Analyzed accounts and communicate with Sales and Customers to ensure timely collection of customer payments.
- Prepared reports relevant to Credit Department key metrics and perform systematic credit analysis of new and existing contract multi-unit accounts.
- Coordinated with the outside collection and legal counsel pursuing delinquent accounts.
- Assisted with preparing period-end bad debt (doubtful account) and monthly reporting.
Accounts Receivable Team Lead
Curation Foods
05.2019 - 03.2022
- Improved cash flow by streamlining accounts receivable processes and implementing efficient collection strategies.
- Reduced outstanding balances for faster revenue generation by diligently monitoring aged accounts and promptly resolving disputes.
- Enhanced team productivity by developing and conducting comprehensive training programs on accounts receivable procedures.
- Boosted customer satisfaction with timely resolution of billing issues, fostering positive relationships between the company and clients.
Produce Account Manager
Sysco Inc
11.2012 - 04.2019
- Increased Operating Company satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
- Developed customized account plans for clients to help them achieve their business goals.
- Collaborated with sales team, Operating Companies to identify potential upsell opportunities and expand client base.
Replenishment Analyst/Sales Assistance
Ocean Mist Farms
06.2006 - 01.2010
- Optimized inventory levels by analyzing sales trends and forecasting demand.
- Improved stock availability for high-demand items through effective collaboration with suppliers and buyers.
- Enhanced order accuracy by closely monitoring purchase orders, shipment schedules, and delivery confirmations.
- Expedited order processing times by streamlining communication channels between internal departments and external vendors.
Grower Accounting Specialist
Dole Fresh Vegetables
09.1999 - 06.2006
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies within the grower accounting system.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in the general ledger by comparing them to bank account statements each month.
- Input financial data and produced reports using AS400 mainframe.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, and statements.
- Verified items billed against items ordered and reconciled differences through follow-up with the vendor.
- Assisted Month-end processes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA08.2021
Accounting Certificate - Accounting
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA08.2024
Skills
- Reporting and Analytical Skills
- KPI Monitoring and Management
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Power BI and Advanced Microsoft Skills
- ERP Systems
- Account Management
- Reconciliation
- Problem Solving
- Sales and Merchandising
- Procurement
- Grower Accounting
- Collections and Accounts Receivable
- Credit Analysis
Timeline
Senior Financial Analyst
Safran Cabin
08.2023 - Current
Credit Analyst - Remote
Sysco Inc
03.2023 - 08.2023
Accounts Receivable Team Lead
Curation Foods
05.2019 - 03.2022
Produce Account Manager
Sysco Inc
11.2012 - 04.2019
Replenishment Analyst/Sales Assistance
Ocean Mist Farms
06.2006 - 01.2010
Grower Accounting Specialist
Dole Fresh Vegetables
09.1999 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
California State University - Fullerton
Accounting Certificate - Accounting
Allan Hancock College
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