Mary Scheffler
Olathe,KS
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in commodity settlements and contract management. Proven ability to optimize workflows and ensure compliance in high-volume financial operations. Expertise in delivering actionable market insights and enhancing operational efficiency. Strong focus on accuracy in financial transactions and collaboration within teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchant Assistant
Cargill
Olathe, KS
02.2024 - 02.2026
- Partnered with merchants to manage customer contracts, track loads, and proactively drive fulfillment of contractual obligations.
- Managed commodity settlements in Lynx for soybean meal transactions, ensuring accurate contract application and facilitating timely payment approvals.
- Oversaw ownership assignments and freight settlements, resolving invoices and processing carrier payments to streamline operations.
- Designed and implemented efficient tracking sheets for high-volume customers, reducing inbound inquiries and improving operational efficiency.
- Participated in micro and macro-level meetings to monitor market trends and plant operations, providing timely insights to enhance customer communication.
Compliance Analyst
Farmers Bank and Trust
Overland Park, KS
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Conducted regulatory audits, providing management with detailed reports to inform strategic decisions.
- Compiled analytical reports with targeted recommendations to enhance risk mitigation and compliance processes.
- Monitored federal and state banking laws and compliance standards to ensure regulatory adherence.
Credit Analyst
Farmers Bank and Trust
Overland Park, KS
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Projected cash flows and identified risks in credit relationships to support informed lending decisions.
- Assessed creditworthiness of commercial, consumer, and agricultural loan portfolios by analyzing financial statements and tax returns.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local regulations in loan reporting processes.
Credit Assistant
Farmers Bank and Trust
Overland Park, KS
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Efficiently processed loan requests and documentation for consumer, commercial, and agricultural loans, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and timely completion.
- Collaborated with loan officers and borrowers throughout loan process, addressing inquiries and ensuring regulatory compliance to maintain confidentiality.
- Processed construction loan draws and updated monthly loan reports for senior management, ensuring accurate financial tracking.
Database Coordinator & Education Aide
Olathe Public Schools
Olathe, KS
10.2016 - 10.2019
- Managed student data transfers and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with district protocols to support informed decision-making.
- Reported student progress and provided accessible data to administrators and staff, facilitating timely interventions.
- Provided academic support and tutoring across multiple subjects to enhance student performance.
Education
MBA - Agricultural Business
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS01-2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE01-2000
Skills
- Contract management
- Contract Management Software
- Lynx
- Customer management
- Supply Chain Management
- Market analysis
- Data analysis
- Financial analysis
- Credit Analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Jupiter
Community Service
- Volunteer, local food banks and Salvation Army - community outreach support.
- Assisted with school district activities and initiatives to promote student engagement.
- Park Assistant, City of Olathe, KS - supported park operations and visitor services.
Timeline
Merchant Assistant
Cargill
02.2024 - 02.2026
Compliance Analyst
Farmers Bank and Trust
04.2023 - 06.2023
Credit Analyst
Farmers Bank and Trust
07.2022 - 04.2023
Credit Assistant
Farmers Bank and Trust
10.2019 - 07.2022
Database Coordinator & Education Aide
Olathe Public Schools
10.2016 - 10.2019
MBA - Agricultural Business
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Nebraska