Margaret A. Szewczyk
Cary,NC
Summary
Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Dedicated [Industry] professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with proven track record of successfully managing and growing business. Leveraged strategic planning and operational expertise to enhance productivity and drive profitability. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement innovative solutions.
Experienced with strategic planning, financial management, and team leadership. Utilizes industry knowledge to drive business growth and operational efficiency. Track record of creating and implementing innovative strategies to enhance profitability and productivity.
Professional with deep expertise and readiness for leadership. Proven track record in driving business growth and operational efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Known for reliability, adaptability, strategic vision, and effective problem-solving. Skilled in business management, financial planning, and customer relations.
Business professional prepared for this role, bringing wealth of experience in strategic planning and operational management. Delivered impactful results through effective leadership and resource optimization. Focused on fostering team collaboration and achieving exceptional outcomes with adaptability and reliability. Skilled in financial management, strategic growth, and customer relations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner and Baker
Chef Chick’s Bakery, LLC
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed comprehensive business plan including pro forma profit and loss, cash flow, and balance sheet projections, as well as short- and long-term strategies to procure funding.
- Provided in-depth marketing, sales, and implementation strategies, including risk and competitor evaluation. Created internal analysis and reporting based using data from POS systems, social media, and customer feedback to increase revenue streams, identify cost drivers, reduce waste, downtime and payroll expense.
- Managed relationships with vendors, customers, and team members, as well as back-end operations, including accounting, payroll, onboarding, human resources, and system management.
Consultant
Trinseo LLC/ NexTier Solutions
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Supported Global Finance Vice President with monthly international consolidation and reporting, including P&L budget, forecast and management.
- Refined the budget and forecast files with automated formulas to reduce the reporting time by 2 days.
- Functioned as Controller for nonprofit, providing accounting and operational services including month-end close, process improvements, the US consolidated forecast and budget process for three business units, consolidated monthly management reports, and financial and operational analytics for seven business functions.
VP, Finance
International Farming
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Served as Interim CFO at $100M fruit company during acquisition, assisting with due diligence analytics as well as post-acquisition transition to new CFO, including financial modeling.
- Created M&A models for analyzing and forecasting financial impact of potential deals.
- Performed financial analysis of data provided by the acquired company and prospective targets, including risk assessments across the supply chain.
- Communicated regularly with C-Suite, including board meetings and presentations with alternative strategies to ensure strong competitive deals and increased market share.
Senior Manager
Mayne Pharma
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Managed the US consolidated forecast and budget process for three business units.
- Consolidated monthly management reports and provided financial and operational analytics for seven business functions.
- Delivered financial presentations to the C-Suite.
- Utilized Tableau and Power BI for reporting, integrating with Excel and SAP to create dynamic models.
- Created working capital metrics, cash flow reporting, and budget tracking reports for the management team.
- Served as administrator for the FP&A reporting system in Workday Adaptive Planning—created reports and trained users.
Controller, Finance Manager
FMC Corporation
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Promoted to Finance Manager in NAC in 2015 and Finance Manager/Leadership Team in GSS in 2016 based on exemplary performance during acquisition and integration, while continuing prior responsibilities during transition.
- Developed data warehouse to produce automated financial reports with consistent KPIs across three international segments: product margins, P&L analysis, sales growth, cost savings, business unit and group profit margins.
- Presented monthly analysis and annual budget to the leadership team and executive committee.
- Collaborated with international leadership to identify ~$1MM in upside revenue and ~$500K in cost savings.
- Converted payroll system from Paychex to ADP—negotiated with vendor, minimized errors, reduced payroll processing time by 50%, and decreased payroll costs by 25%.
Senior Financial Analyst
Allscripts
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Partnered with VP of Services on complex projects; developed ad hoc analyses and financial models to support strategic initiatives.
- Performed financial close and forecast activities, analyzed actuals, and provided insights for short- and long-term improvements.
Revenue Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Controller
Arizent (fka SourceMedia)
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Promoted to Controller while maintaining Assistant Controller responsibilities.
- Managed accounting, billing, collections, fulfillment, and accounts payable departments (35 staff, 4 direct reports).
- Spearheaded three ERP implementations and identified ~$500K in savings through reorganizations and streamlined processes.
- Created board presentations and ensured compliance with internal controls and financial reporting.
Senior Auditor, Controller
Cox Enterprises
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Promoted to Controller based on SOX implementation leadership.
- Managed accounting team, led month-end close, and prepared financial reports.
- Trained and managed 15 auditors and 3 consultants.
- Tested and evaluated 18 markets including corporate office and facilitated compliance reporting to Audit Committee.
Senior Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Planned and staffed audit engagements, directed fieldwork, and engaged with client executives.
Education
Master of Accounting -
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Skills
- Financial leadership
- Cross-functional communications
- Creative solutions
- Coaching and motivation
- ERP system experience
- NC CPA (inactive)
- NetSuite, Business Intelligence (BI), QuickBooks, QBO, Workday Adaptive Planning, Tableau, Power BI, SAP
- Oracle Hyperion Financial Management, Microsoft Dynamics 365, ADP, Office 36
Accomplishments
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Certification
NC CPA (inactive)
Tools & Technologies
- NetSuite
Timeline
Owner and Baker
Chef Chick’s Bakery, LLC
01.2022 - 01.2024
Consultant
Trinseo LLC/ NexTier Solutions
01.2020 - 01.2022
VP, Finance
International Farming
01.2018 - 01.2020
Senior Manager
Mayne Pharma
01.2017 - 01.2018
Controller, Finance Manager
FMC Corporation
01.2013 - 01.2017
Senior Financial Analyst
Allscripts
01.2011 - 01.2013
Revenue Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Controller
Arizent (fka SourceMedia)
01.2006 - 01.2011
Senior Auditor, Controller
Cox Enterprises
01.2003 - 01.2006
Senior Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.2000 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Master of Accounting -
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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