Adept at driving operational excellence, I leveraged analytical thinking and project management skills at Walton Signage to streamline processes and enhance team collaboration. My leadership significantly improved project success rates, demonstrating a strong blend of strategic analysis and team leadership abilities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Efficiency Analyst
Walton Signage
2023.01 - Current
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
Increased efficiency by streamlining data analysis processes and implementing automation tools.
Optimized operational efficiency by redesigning workflow processes.
Director of Project Management
Walton Signage
2018.01 - 2023.01
Increased overall project success rates by providing expert guidance to team members and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by establishing performance metrics for regular evaluation and identifying areas for further enhancement.
Ensured timely completion of projects through diligent monitoring of progress, proactive risk mitigation, and decisive action when necessary.
Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in possible opportunities.
Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Responsible for projecting and hitting monthly and yearly sales and order goals.
Account Manager
Apex Signage (Previously Southwest Signs)
2016.01 - 2018.01
Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
Conducted regular account reviews to identify areas for improvement and ensure continued success.
Cultivated long-term relationships with key stakeholders in assigned accounts, fostering trust and loyalty among clients.
Fostered a culture of collaboration within the accounts team, resulting in improved communication between departments and better overall performance outcomes.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, ensuring informed decision-making on account management initiatives.
Project Manager
Apex Signs (Formerly Southwest Signs)
2014.01 - 2016.01
Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Project Coordinator
Southwest Signs
2012.01 - 2014.01
Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring parties.
Insurance Agent
USAA
2003.12 - 2011.01
Recommended type and amount of coverage based on analysis of customers' circumstances using persuasive sales techniques.
Calculated quotes and educated potential clients on insurance options.
Leveraged knowledge of company insurance products and services to advise customers on appropriate choices.
Enhanced cross-selling success by identifying complementary products that would further protect clients'' assets or reduce liability exposure.
Attended continuing education courses and workshops to gain additional insurance industry knowledge.
Office Administrative Assistant
Imagery Graphic Systems
1999.01 - 2001.12
Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Maintained a clean and welcoming office environment, fostering positive impressions among clients and visitors alike.
Expedited invoice processing, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions in the accounting system.
Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient filing and organizational systems.
Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.
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