Melinda Artis
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Resourceful financial leader with a proven track record of implementing effective financial management practices resulting in increased revenue and cost-efficient operations in global business environments. Recognized for optimizing financial planning and cost controls through standardization, process improvement, and automation of financial systems. Skilled at providing clear and accurate cost reporting to drive informed short and long-term business planning. Committed to creating mature enterprises that are agile, efficient, and focused on high-ROI activities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President, Global Controller
Frost & Sullivan
San Antonio, USA
10.2019 - Current
- Managed financial operations, overseeing budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis activities.
- Oversaw human resources functions such as recruitment, employee relations, training and benefits administration.
- Implemented process improvement procedures that resulted in cost savings across the board.
- Maintained relationships with key stakeholders by attending meetings and responding promptly to inquiries or requests for information.
- Cultivated a culture of collaboration among department heads to facilitate cross-functional project execution.
- Reviewed reports from functional areas to assess progress towards organizational goals.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state and local laws related to employment practices.
- Oversaw technological improvements, successfully reducing waste and eliminating business bottlenecks.
- Led strategic planning and execution to enhance profitability and company growth.
- Managed the preparation of accurate global consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
- Supervised a team of accounting professionals responsible for the production of timely and accurate financial reports.
- Coordinated intercompany reconciliations across multiple countries worldwide.
- Analyzed foreign currency transactions to identify potential risks associated with exchange rate fluctuations.
- Implemented new processes to streamline existing procedures while maintaining accuracy standards.
- Established policies and procedures related to general ledger activities including accounts payable, receivables, cash disbursements, fixed assets, inventory management and revenue recognition.
- Provided technical guidance on complex accounting issues such as impairment evaluations, business combinations or divestitures.
- Prepared detailed forecasts of expected future cash flows in order to assess liquidity needs.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and corporate policies related to financial matters.
- Liaised with tax advisors regarding international taxation issues such as transfer pricing or double taxation agreements.
- Identified areas where cost savings can be achieved through improved operational efficiency.
- Developed annual budget and compared actual expenses against projected budget.
- Assisted external auditors in completing audits by providing necessary documents and information.
- Oversaw financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, asset coordination, account management and budgets.
- Modified comprehensive financial reporting package to reflect growing organizational complexity and managed financial reporting processes to validate internal and external financial results align with GAAP.
- Led adoption of several accounting pronouncements including ASC606 and ASC842
Sr. Accounting Director
HIMSS
Chicago, USA
08.2011 - 09.2019
- Developed and implemented accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP.
- Created financial statements, reports, summaries, and analyses for senior management.
- Conducted financial analysis of company operations to identify potential cost savings and revenue opportunities.
- Managed monthly close process including journal entries and reconciliations.
- Prepared balance sheet reviews for executive staff on a quarterly basis.
- Coordinated the annual audit process with external auditors.
- Provided guidance to accounting team members in resolving complex technical accounting issues.
- Monitored accounts receivable aging and cash flow forecasts to ensure timely collection of payments from customers.
- Led special projects such as system implementations, acquisitions and divestitures, software conversions.
- Developed budgeting models that accurately forecast future trends in income statement items.
- Analyzed variances between actual results and budget projections.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
- Recommended new financial and accounting software packages. replacing various non-integrated offerings.
- Identified areas needing improvement in existing processes and proposed solutions to enhance efficiency.
International Accounting Manager
Hostway
Chicago, USA
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Reviewed general ledger accounts for accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
- Evaluated internal control systems to ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures.
- Monitored cash flow, prepared bank reconciliations, and managed accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing processes and procedures and suggest improvements when necessary.
- Developed budgets, prepared forecasts and monitored financial deadlines.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, perform variance analysis, and recommend financial actions.
- Developed and implemented effective accounting policies and procedures.
- Analyzed financial data, identified trends, and developed strategies to improve profitability.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Accounting Supervisor
CRA International
Chicago, USA
01.2000 - 11.2008
- Prepared monthly balance sheet reconciliations for review by management.
- Assisted with the annual audit process by providing account analysis, schedules, and other requested documents.
- Coordinated payroll activities including employee time tracking and payroll processing services.
- Provided guidance to staff on accounting issues such as tax regulations, expense reporting guidelines.
- Created financial models in Excel to project future trends in revenue, expenses, capital expenditures.
- Reconciled intercompany balances with subsidiaries on a monthly basis.
- Implemented new accounting systems to streamline workflow processes and increase efficiency.
- Tracked fixed assets including purchase dates and costs; calculated depreciation amounts and recorded disposals.
- Conducted special projects related to budgeting and forecasting, when needed.
- Developed and maintained accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Monitored cash flow and prepared budget forecasts to ensure sufficient liquidity.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes for accuracy and timeliness of payments.
- Produced and audited quarterly and annual SEC financial reports
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Purdue University Calumet
Skills
- Inter-company accounting
- Revenue recognition
- Corporate income tax
- Transfer pricing
- Audit
- ASC606 & ASC842
- Internal control management
- Tax Compliance
- Office workflow improvements
- General ledger accounting
- Account Reconciliation
- Team Oversight
- Payroll Processing
- Pricing and costing
- ERP Implementations
- Excel Power User
- Accounting systems (NetSuite, Microsoft Great Planes, Elite, Solomon, QuickBooks, Sage)
- Hyperion
- SQL
- CRM (Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Salesforce, Infor Sales Logix)
- Payroll Systems (ADP Payroll, Ceridian/Dayforce Payroll)
- FRx Reporting
- Adaptive Insights
- SharePoint
- Data Analysis
- Operational decision making
- Accounting principles understanding
- Process Improvement
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Performance data analysis
- Policy and procedure development
- Corporate Communications
- Human Resources Management
- Critical Thinking
- Results-Driven
- Team Leadership
- Performance metrics analysis
- Training and mentoring
- Documentation And Reporting
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Variance Analysis
- Capital budgeting
- Revenue Forecasting
- Profitability analysis
- Cash Flow Management
- Dashboard creation
- Report Writing
- Budgeting expertise
- Asset Allocation
- International finance knowledge
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Financial analysis expertise
- Financial Reporting
- Quantitative Analysis
- Logistical oversight
- Intellectual property management
- Commission calculation
- Month-end and year-end closings
- Non-profit accounting
- US GAAP proficiency
Timeline
Vice President, Global Controller
Frost & Sullivan
10.2019 - Current
Sr. Accounting Director
HIMSS
08.2011 - 09.2019
International Accounting Manager
Hostway
01.2009 - 01.2011
Accounting Supervisor
CRA International
01.2000 - 11.2008
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Purdue University Calumet
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