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Laurie Latham

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Seasoned Cost Controller with solid background in financial analysis, cost management and budgeting. Demonstrated skills in identifying cost-saving opportunities and implementing financial controls for business efficiency. Strong communicator with ability to liaise between departments to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting. Significant contributions made in previous roles include enhancing operational productivity through strategic cost control measures.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Cost Controller

CMA CGM America
Norfolk, VA
03.2016 - Current
  • Participated in monthly meetings with executive team members to review overall financial performance results compared against budget projections.
  • Prepared ad hoc analyses as requested by senior management.
  • Generated monthly revenue summaries for executive review.
  • Advised business units on best practices related to cost optimization.
  • Investigated discrepancies between actual versus projected results.
  • Developed recommendations for improving operational efficiencies.
  • Developed financial models and dashboards to track performance metrics.
  • Monitored changes in pricing structures to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Analyzed revenue trends to identify opportunities for improvement.

Revenue Auditor

CMA CGM AMERICA
Norfolk, VA
03.2006 - 03.2016
  • Evaluated existing processes for accuracy, efficiency, and scalability improvements.
  • Analyzed revenue trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Created reports and presentations to communicate progress and results.
  • Coordinated deal financing by gathering resources from financial institutions, public agencies or private companies.
  • Reviewed costs, expenses and revenues associated with construction projects.

Contract and Bid Specialist

CMA CGM America
Norfolk, VA
03.2005 - 03.2006
  • Maintained digital and paper and contractual files, ensuring compliance with regulatory mandates and company policies.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to diverse clientele even in high-stress environments.
  • Reviewed current contracts to identify upcoming contract expirations and coordinated with stakeholders to analyze contract renewals and re-negotiation.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Applications

Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach

Skills

  • Invoice Verification
  • Variance Analysis
  • Cost estimating
  • Internal controls development
  • Cost Analysis
  • Internal Controls
  • Statement Reconciliation
  • Trend Analysis
  • Data Tracking
  • Revenue Generation
  • Audit Coordination

Timeline

Cost Controller

CMA CGM America
03.2016 - Current

Revenue Auditor

CMA CGM AMERICA
03.2006 - 03.2016

Contract and Bid Specialist

CMA CGM America
03.2005 - 03.2006

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Applications

Tidewater Community College
Laurie Latham