Lisa Duffy
Independence,IA
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in Earned Value related roles. Highly-motivated employee with the desire to take on new leadership challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Planning and Control Analyst
BAE Systems
Cedar Rapids , IA
2020.06 - Current
- Lead communication and shared insights between key departments, including Finance, Operations, and Business Development. To ensure accuracy of forecast assumptions.
- Utilize strong analytical skills to evaluate complex information from multiple sources to make sound recommendations.
- Develop and manage demand forecasts for multiple product lines and diverse teams.
- Provide support during annual operating plan cycles by leveraging forecasts as inputs into financial planning processes.
- Identify potential risks associated with forecast projections and develop mitigation plans accordingly.
Principal Financial Analyst/Earned Value Solutions
Collins Aerospace Systems
Cedar Rapids , IA
2018.05 - 2020.06
- Created and maintained process roadmaps and work instructions for the entire government program, planning, and control group.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Rolled out and managed new earned value software to groups not integrated into the Collins Aerospace SAP system.
- Developed and maintained all tools utilized for earned value management. Specifically, SAP, internally developed tools, and Microsoft Project.
- Engaged in problem solving activities with all levels of staff when issues arose.
- Provided guidance to peers on how to improve their performance and develop new skills.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
- Maintained Earned Value Management System Description
Senior Financial Analyst Supporting Programs
Collins Aerospace Systems
Cedar Rapids , IA
1998.05 - 2018.05
- Implemented improvements across all facets of project controls for several large strategic programs that faced execution difficulties.
- Trained Cost Account Managers in all aspects of earned value management.
- Facilitated program reviews in collaboration with management at all hierarchical levels.
- Conducted multiple highly successful Integrated Baseline Reviews
- Attended professional development workshops related to the management of educational resources.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA1998-05
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Earned Value Management Expert
- Provin ability to work with diverse teams
- Significant experience in program execution and risk management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
- Effective communication skills
Timeline
Financial Planning and Control Analyst
BAE Systems
2020.06 - Current
Principal Financial Analyst/Earned Value Solutions
Collins Aerospace Systems
2018.05 - 2020.06
Senior Financial Analyst Supporting Programs
Collins Aerospace Systems
1998.05 - 2018.05
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
University of Northern Iowa
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