Lori Feier
South Haven,MI
Summary
Accomplished management professional adept at building high-performing teams. Proven ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and implement innovative solutions to complex business challenges. Committed to delivering results that exceed expectations while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager Financial Business Services, North America
Emergent BioSolutions Inc
Lansing, MI
01.2015 - Current
- Multifunctional Senior Manager of US and Canada Accounts Receivable, Accounts payable and Travel and Expense Teams
- Functional Owner and Project Manager for Integrations to SAP during acquisitions and divestures
- SAP Subject Matter Expert in areas of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable and Vendor and Customer Master Data
- PTP Internal Control Owner for mid-size publicly traded company
- Continuous Improvement focus leading to paperless processing, increasing electronic payment from approximately 10% to 98.9%
- Reporting KPI success utilizing tools such as PowerBI
- Developed plan to automate workflow and invoice issue tracking by utilizing tools such as power automate and Sharepoint lists
- Managed a team of 10+ employees by providing guidance, setting goals and objectives, delegating tasks, and monitoring performance.
- Identified areas of improvement within existing operations through process analysis and benchmarking studies.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures across all business units.
- Implemented process improvements to increase operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Guided change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new business practices.
- Reported to executive leadership on performance metrics, challenges, and strategic opportunities.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
Corporate Accounts Payable Manager/Rebate Analyst/Intercompany Analyst
Multi Packaging Solutions
Lansing, MI
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Monitored daily accounts payable activities and ensured compliance with established internal control procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of invoices, purchase orders, and other financial documents.
- Developed and implemented effective strategies to reduce costs associated with accounts payable processes.
- Performed ad hoc analysis as requested by senior management or executive staff.
- Worked cross-functionally with various teams and departments to improve operations.
- Created new audit procedures, reducing voided checks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Analyzed accounts payable processes and implemented improvements to reduce processing time.
- Developed and enforced accounts payable policies and procedures to mitigate risk and enhance operational controls.
- Implemented and maintained accounts payable software and systems, improving efficiency.
- Provided regular training and updates on accounts payable best practices and regulatory changes to team members.
- Led month-end and year-end closing processes for accounts payable, ensuring deadlines were met and financial reports were accurate.
Corporate Accounts Receivable/Credit Manager
Multi Packaging Solutions
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Assessed customer creditworthiness based on financial reports, payment histories and other sources of information.
- Assisted external auditors by providing requested documentation pertaining to customer accounts.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with sales, management and other departments to maintain effective operations.
- Implemented new initiatives, which resulted in quicker payments and better turnaround times to resolve customer issues.
- Determined resources required to achieve successful software conversion and validation upgrade.
- Utilized financial modeling to forecast future credit trends and inform policy adjustments.
- Implemented credit scoring models to streamline the credit approval process.
- Prepared and presented regular reports on credit risk exposure and performance to senior management.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
General Accountant
Multi Packaging Solutions
Lansing,, Michigan
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Responsible for period close process assisting Cost Manager with Financial Reporting
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends in revenue, expenses, and other key metrics.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management review.
- Accruals for missing expenses including but not limited to Utilities/Payroll/Legal/Prepaid/Insurance
- Instrumental in finding $500K of unbilled revenue within first 6 months of employment.
- Reviewed and reconciled financial statements and general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy.
Accounting Assistant
Spartan Stores
Byron Center, MI
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Accrual Account maintenance for Rent, Utilities, CAM and Other Miscellaneous accruals
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
- Processed journal entries for accruals, amortization and other adjustments.
- Instrumental in the implementation of receivable process that improved accuracy of pharmacy reporting from an estimated 90% to a factual 99.29%
- Prepare and Validate Spreadsheets and Reports used in Sarbanes-Oxley 404 testing.
Education
Bachelor of Science Accountancy -
DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY
Grand Rapids, MI01.2001
Skills
- Project Management
- Business Planning
- Staff Development
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Contract and Vendor Management
- Financial Reporting
- Creativity and Innovation
- Corporate Communications
Certification
- Certified Management Accountant
Timeline
Senior Manager Financial Business Services, North America
Emergent BioSolutions Inc
01.2015 - Current
Corporate Accounts Payable Manager/Rebate Analyst/Intercompany Analyst
Multi Packaging Solutions
01.2009 - 01.2015
Corporate Accounts Receivable/Credit Manager
Multi Packaging Solutions
01.2007 - 01.2009
General Accountant
Multi Packaging Solutions
01.2006 - 01.2007
Accounting Assistant
Spartan Stores
01.2002 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science Accountancy -
DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY
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