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Jodi Grimsley

Orange Park,FL

Summary

Accomplished Finance Director with expertise in financial strategy and team leadership, honed at CWG Botanicals. Spearheaded initiatives that optimized budget management and enhanced cross-functional collaboration. Proven track record in strategic planning and risk assessment, driving operational efficiency and financial stability. Recognized for effective communication and mentoring, fostering a culture of excellence. Results-driven Finance Director known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in strategic financial planning, risk management, and capital budgeting. Excel in leadership, negotiation, and communication, ensuring successful financial operations and team collaboration. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Finance Director

CWG Botanicals
San Francisco, California
01.2019 - 02.2024
  • Developed financial strategies to optimize budget allocation and resource management.
  • Managed cash flow to ensure operational liquidity and financial stability.
  • Oversaw financial reporting processes for accurate and timely compliance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with business objectives.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify financial vulnerabilities and implement controls.
  • Led forecasting efforts to project revenue trends and inform strategic planning.

Office VP

ProWebcast
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
02.1997 - 02.2015
  • Oversaw budgeting processes and resource allocation for various projects.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to align goals and strategies.
  • Mentored junior staff in leadership skills and project management techniques.
  • Established performance metrics to evaluate departmental effectiveness.
  • Identified problems and implemented solutions to better streamline operations.
  • Implemented process improvement procedures that resulted in cost savings across the board.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for services, products and supplies.
  • Oversaw human resources functions such as recruitment, employee relations, training and benefits administration.

owner cosmetologist

Total Image Hair Salon
Sunrise, Florida
03.1992 - 03.1997
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw inventory management and procurement to maintain stock levels.
  • Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and attract customers.
  • Trained staff on best practices for customer service and product knowledge.
  • Established supplier relationships to negotiate favorable terms and pricing.
  • Coordinated special events to promote community engagement and increase sales.
  • Monitored financial performance through budgeting and expense tracking systems.
  • Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
  • Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
  • Monitored financial performance of the business on a weekly basis to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Calculated net income and adjusted strategies to increase income and bottom-line profits.

Dental Assistant

Dr M.Ruda
Hollywood, Florida
08.1975 - 03.1980
  • Assisted in preparing treatment rooms for dental procedures and patient care.
  • Supported dentists during procedures by handing tools and suctioning fluids.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
  • Managed patient records and scheduled appointments using dental software systems.
  • Performed X-rays while adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and provide comfort.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
  • Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
06-1978

Skills

  • Budget management
  • Financial strategy
  • Strategic planning
  • Team leadership
  • Budget planning
  • Employee mentorship
  • Effective communication
  • Strategic financial planning
  • Working capital management
  • ERP system management
  • Reporting
  • Account reconciliation
  • Internal controls management
  • Organizational skills
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • General ledger accounting

Certification

  • licensed cosmetologist
  • BA degree
  • hardworking

Timeline

Finance Director

CWG Botanicals
01.2019 - 02.2024

Office VP

ProWebcast
02.1997 - 02.2015

owner cosmetologist

Total Image Hair Salon
03.1992 - 03.1997

Dental Assistant

Dr M.Ruda
08.1975 - 03.1980

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Broward College