Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Honors
Timeline
Kimberly Matthews

Kimberly Matthews

Brookhaven,PA

Summary

Versatile IT professional with 20+ years' experience in business analysis, process design, and team development. Proven success in dynamic environments, change management, and program implementation.

Work History

BA Manager, CoE Lead & Process Specialist

ASTM International
Conshohocken, PA
11.2019 - Current
  • 2022-2023: Created end-to-end IT process for documenting and tracking from ideation to deployment. Pioneered "Product Central" system for enhanced requirements documentation, work item prioritization, estimation and increased transparency. Managed mature Business Analyst team and established Center of Excellence.
  • 2019-2022: Key member of executive team, transitioning ASTM's IT group to SAFe program with 18 Agile Scrum teams. Re-platformed and reconstructed company applications in 2 years.

Senior Business Analyst & Project Lead

Morgan Lewis & Blockius (contract)
Philadelphia, PA
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Owned and prioritized product backlog.
  • Attended Agile ceremonies, demos and production proving activities.
  • Broke project into epics and implementable user stories.
  • Commended for pivotal role on Agile team that delivered MVP for global event management application in 4 months. Application included integrated scheduling, workflow, and security features.

Senior Business Analyst

Change Healthcare (contract)
King of Prussia, PA
06.2018 - 09.2018

Provided analysis for clients to use ClaimsXten, a clinically-based medical claims payment solution for payers that want to create and deploy flexible, automated rules to help improve payment accuracy, reduce appeals, and realize medical and administrative savings.

Senior Business Analyst & Project Lead

Aramark
Philadelphia, PA
10.2013 - 03.2018
  • 2017-2018: Accomplished Business Analyst and Project Lead, recognized for leading agile-fall development and deployment of Retail Management System. Conducted user interviews, developed functional specs and process flow diagrams, and managed backlog.
  • 2015-16: Recognized for rapid establishment of repeatable requirements process, leading to successful GFF deployment in Ireland. Second deployment to Canada would use same process.
  • 2014-15: Instrumental in designing and deploying interfaces to integrate Global Field Financials with CaterTrax and Heartland Point of Sale systems.
  • 2013-14: Recognized for Agile methodology expertise in requirements collection, solution design, and documentation. Enabled Global Field Financials deployment to Aramark K-12 business.
  • 2013: Engaged in full SDLC, gathering requirements, designing, and documenting solutions for successful Global Field Financials deployment to 90%+ of Aramark sites.

Senior Business Analyst

Savana, Inc.
Malvern, PA
04.2012 - 04.2013
  • Received outstanding review, bonus, and executive recognition for delivering exceptional business analysis, technical architecture, and project management services on FNTG and ServiceLink projects.
  • FNTG: Designed complex business process for Fidelity National Title Group's title insurance clearance house and managed process implementation and testing. Received high praise for design of innovative solution which facilitated cross-discipline sharing.
  • ServiceLink: Successfully delivered automated property valuations, title orders, vendor assignments, and mortgage closing scheduling solutions. Organized teams, gathered requirements, and provided blueprints for lagging projects. Trained in-house Business Analysts for ServiceLink as bonus.
  • GE Capital Bank: Led two high-profile projects with focus on revenue generation. Expanded functionality to encompass back office functions and call center processes, increasing revenue and product exposure.

Senior Business Analyst

J.P. Morgan Chase (contract)
Newark, DE
10.2008 - 10.2010
  • Supported successful project for developing online business record retention program and transitioning 100,000 users to SharePoint.
  • Ensured stakeholder satisfaction through content deployment schedules and customer interviews.
  • Contributed to Quality Assurance efforts by developing and executing test scripts and leading small test team.
  • Received praise for creating high-quality training materials and was recognized for exceptional work then promoted to QA Lead, earning extended contract.
  • Was recommended for permanent hire despite company hiring freeze.

Project Manager

Exelon
Philadelphia, PA
10.2008 - 10.2010
  • Developed project scoping, process flow, and specification documents. Ensured requirements traceability, managed QA resources, and communicated project status to stakeholders throughout SDLC.
  • Successfully implemented multiple business optimization solutions and reporting tools, automating manual processes to enhance efficiency, cut expenses, reduce labor costs, and maximize profits.
  • Headed PMO team managing project analytics, scheduling, earned value management, financial analysis, and reporting/change management for $50 million billing/pricing system replacement project.
  • Handpicked to rescue $50 million Bill Print and EDI project and was awarded for successful efforts in turning project around.

Programmer, Project Director, Social Worker

Various
Pennsylvania
01.1995 - 09.2008
  • Titanium 40 (2005-2008): Developed theme-based training programs from concept to implementation. Prepared sales teams through e-learning platforms with various delivery modes. Managed cross-functional teams and orchestrated large-scale training events. Ensured projects met objectives on time and budget.
  • QVC (1999-2005): Assisted in process modeling, conducted JAD sessions, and supported design reviews. Achieved 10% revenue growth with development of wait list feature for QVC UK. Managed multiple projects internationally, earning promotions for exemplary performance.
  • Fairmount Behavioral Health (1998): Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • Assessment & Treatment Alternatives (1995-1997): Social Worker

Education

No Degree - Programming

The Chubb Institute, Springfield, PA | 4.0 GPA
05.1999

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Temple University, Philadelphia, PA | 3.8 GPA
05.1996

Skills

  • Process Creation & Implementation
  • Business Analysis
  • Team Management
  • Agile & Scrum methodologies
  • SAFe methodology
  • Software Development Lifecycle
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Change Management

Honors

  • Bronze Award for K thru 12 Global Field Financials Solution Design
  • Gold Award for Ireland Global Field Financials Deployment
  • Gold Award for Project Leadership from Scott Maisey, Senior Director

Timeline

BA Manager, CoE Lead & Process Specialist - ASTM International
11.2019 - Current
Senior Business Analyst & Project Lead - Morgan Lewis & Blockius (contract)
09.2018 - 09.2019
Senior Business Analyst - Change Healthcare (contract)
06.2018 - 09.2018
Senior Business Analyst & Project Lead - Aramark
10.2013 - 03.2018
Senior Business Analyst - Savana, Inc.
04.2012 - 04.2013
Senior Business Analyst - J.P. Morgan Chase (contract)
10.2008 - 10.2010
Project Manager - Exelon
10.2008 - 10.2010
Programmer, Project Director, Social Worker - Various
01.1995 - 09.2008
The Chubb Institute - No Degree, Programming
Temple University - Master of Social Work, Social Work
Kimberly Matthews