Michael Heske
Bethel,CT
Summary
Currently driving Winchester Interconnect's financial future as Forecast Manager, my role leverages expertise in financial planning and analysis. With over six years of Corporate FP&A experience, I've honed skills in financial modeling, reporting, and analytics to support strategic decision-making.
I have led several initiatives to improve our team's ability to streamline budgeting and forecasting processes, including the development and implementation of Workforce Planning, dynamic financial reporting, and introducing new analytical tools. This commitment to improvement reflects my dedication to not just meeting, but exceeding the evolving needs of our industry.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cartus Corporation
Senior Business Consultant, Corp F&A
02.2019 - Current
- Analyze revenues, expenses, gross margin, and profitability.
- Develop revenue and expense forecasts; provide strategic support.
- Prepare P&L statements and budgets for assigned business units and present to senior leadership, including CFO.
- Perform daily KPI reports, including Flash Report.
- Lead monthly meetings with business owners to review performance reporting packages and provide financial recommendations.
Cartus Corporation
Business Consultant, Corp F&A
06.2018 - 02.2019
Cartus Corporation
Senior AP Controls Analyst
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Handled daily A/P processes, supervised direct reports, and oversaw the timely handling of bank reconciliation reports.
- Implemented technologies and process automation, including a daily bank reconciliation database. Served as the primary developer, troubleshooter, and trainer, which propelled efficiency and cost savings.
Cartus Corporation
AP Controls Analyst
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Completed daily bank reconciliations at a 99.9% accuracy level.
- Maintained Atlas 'Pay When Paid' exception queue requiring strong familiarity with client contracts.
- Audited manual wire payment requests requiring knowledge of country-specific banking instructions.
Education
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Finance
University Of Vermont
Burlington, VT2015
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strategic financial planning
- Financial reporting
- Preparing budgets
- Financial Modeling
Computer Applications
- MS (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access)
- Oracle
- Atlas
- Hyperion Planning
- Essbase
- Cognos
Interests
- Hiking, Snowboarding, Golfing
Timeline
Cartus Corporation
Senior Business Consultant, Corp F&A
02.2019 - Current
Cartus Corporation
Business Consultant, Corp F&A
06.2018 - 02.2019
Cartus Corporation
Senior AP Controls Analyst
05.2017 - 06.2018
Cartus Corporation
AP Controls Analyst
06.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Finance
University Of Vermont