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Maxine Lawson

Trumbull

Summary

Dynamic Vice President with experience in financial forecasting, strategic planning, and risk management. Proven track record in budgeting processes and enhancing financial reporting accuracy to drive organizational success.

Work History

Vice President

Citibank, NA
New York
11.1997 - 03.2026
  • Optimized budgeting process ensuring alignment with company goals
  • Compiled monthly quality review decks to enhance executive strategy meetings on banking objectives
  • Fostered partnerships with internal audit and governance to ensure compliance with policy
  • Prepared gap analysis between current state and desired future state for cards risk management requirements.
  • Created or reviewed technical design documentation to drive accuracy of reporting solutions.
  • Analyzed and tracked data to prepare forecasts and identify trends.
  • Conducted competitive analysis to inform strategic planning and positioning.
  • Conducted insightful, ad hoc analyses to investigate ongoing or one-time operational issues.

Senior Financial Accountant

American Express
New York
06.1989 - 11.1997
  • Prepared detailed financial statements in accordance with regulatory standards.
  • Managed month-end close processes for accurate financial reporting.
  • Conducted detailed reviews of journal entries before posting to ensure accuracy and integrity of general ledger.
  • Examined financial documents and records for accuracy and compliance with established procedures, enhancing overall financial integrity.
  • Supported development of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans to guide organizational strategy.
  • Conducted financial analysis and research to advise senior management on forecasting decisions.
  • Complied with Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GAAP principles to maintain complete transparency.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles standards.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.

Education

MBA - Banking And Finance

Hostra Universtyi
Hempstead, NY
12-1997

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

York College
Jamaica, NY
05-1989

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Financial forecasting
  • Budgeting
  • Risk management
  • Financial reporting
  • Data analysis
  • Competitive analysis
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Vice President

Citibank, NA
11.1997 - 03.2026

Senior Financial Accountant

American Express
06.1989 - 11.1997

MBA - Banking And Finance

Hostra Universtyi

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

York College

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