Marijke Van Nieuwstadt

Rio Vista,CA

Summary

Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at Orora Packaging Solutions, driving revenue growth through strategic pricing analysis and enhancing cash flow management. Proficient in financial modeling and budgeting, while fostering teamwork and collaboration. Recognized delivering accurate financial reporting to support informed decision-making. Cost analysis across multiple manufacturing facilities and implementation of new cost modeling for custom manufacture.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Group Finance Manager

Veritiv Corporation

05.2019 - Current

Successfully managed multiple audits, ensuring a timely and accurate completion while maintaining positive relationships with external auditors.
Increased revenue through strategic pricing analysis, ensuring optimal profit margins across all product lines.
Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
Complied with established internal controls and policies.
Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
Provided valuable insights to senior management through in-depth monthly performance analysis and variance reporting.
Spearheaded efforts towards creating an annual budget that aligned with company goals and objectives.
Developed comprehensive financial models to support decision-making processes and long-term growth strategies for the organization.

Regional Controller

MPP Sycamore a Div of Orora Ltd (Aus)

09.2007 - 05.2019

Coordinated cross-functional collaboration between sales, operations, IT teams to streamline communication channels for better business intelligence integration.
Reduced regional expenses through diligent budget management and cost control initiatives.
Improved cash flow management by optimizing accounts receivable and payable processes.
Analyzed profitability trends within divisions, identifying opportunities for margin improvement through cost reduction or pricing adjustments.
Identified areas for process improvement, implementing solutions that increased efficiency across the finance department.

Regional HR Manager

Mercury Container a Div of Amcor Ltd (Aus)

09.2005 - 09.2007

Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options.
Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
Led cross-functional teams in executing union contract renewal aimed at enhancing overall effectiveness.
Assisted in crafting internal policies that promoted a safe working environment while adhering to industry regulations.

Divisional Controller

Silicon Valley Container a Div of Amcor Ltd (Aus)

11.1998 - 09.2005

Managed accounts receivable and payable functions, ensuring timely processing of transactions.
Upheld compliance with company, accounting and government standards, policies and regulations.
Improved cash flow management, optimizing working capital utilization.
Evaluated capital investment proposals for feasibility and potential return on investment, supporting informed decision-making processes among stakeholders.

Education

Western Governors University

Salt Lake City, UT

07-2014

Associate of Arts - Human Resources Management

San Jose State University

San Jose, CA

01-2000

Skills

Audit coordination
Financial systems implementation
Working capital & cash flow management
Internal controls
Debt management
Verbal and written communication
Financial budgeting & Budget forecasting

Staff training
Skilled in SAP, Amtech, Excel, JD Edwards, Adobe, Quickbooks, Word, Power Point
P&L tracking & consolidation of P&L for multiple locations
Financial & cost analysis
KPI management, development, & reporting
GAAP
Attention to detail & multitasking

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