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Nelly Venegas-Hernandez

Wallingford,CT

Summary

Results-oriented financial analyst with 5+ years of experience in cash flow management and forecasting. Actively pursuing Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) designation to enhance skills in corporate treasury, cash management, and financial risk mitigation.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Analyst

HAI Group
Cheshire, CT
03.2022 - 04.2025
  • Developed cash flow forecasting models for multiple business entities using Excel and Kyriba, enabling quarterly forecast updates, and monthly variance analysis to proactively identify and mitigate cash flow risks.
  • Collaborated with a banking partner to monitor and manage 11 money market accounts, overseeing over $95 million in money market investments, ensuring timely fund transfers, and optimal return on excess cash.
  • Created detailed financial operations reports and dashboards using Excel, highlighting KPIs and trends to support strategic planning.
  • Assessed and improved AR processes by analyzing collection trends and recommending changes, increasing efficiency by 30%, and eliminating accounts overdue by more than 90 days by the end of 2024.

Associate Financial Analyst

HAI Group
Cheshire, CT
03.2020 - 03.2022
  • Managed banking partner relationships by negotiating fees, resolving issues, and processing ACH and wire transfers, reducing costs by 20%, and improving cash flow efficiency.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliations for 15 bank accounts by comparing the general ledger and bank records, resolving discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy and compliance.
  • Supported the financial close process by preparing journal entries and conducting account reconciliations, contributing to a smooth and timely month-end close.

Accounting Associate (Temporary)

Creative Financial Staffing
Cheshire, CT
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Processed incoming payments, including lockbox deposits, wires, and checks by accurately posting to member accounts, ensuring timely and error-free cash application.
  • Generated daily and monthly invoices for members and prepared detailed commission reports to ensure timely and accurate payments to agents.
  • Prepared monthly accounts receivable reports and reconciled general ledger accounts, maintaining financial accuracy and supporting efficient month-end close processes.

Billing & Collections Analyst (Temporary)

Aston Carter
Shelton, CT
08.2018 - 02.2019
  • Managed a regional accounts receivable portfolio totaling $10 million by regularly reviewing account activity and ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding balances, helping maintain healthy cash flow.
  • Resolved billing and payment inquiries via email and phone by investigating discrepancies and providing prompt communication, accelerating dispute resolution, and reducing days sales outstanding.
  • Monitored aging reports and proactively identified delinquent or high-risk accounts, escalating issues to the Credit Manager for timely intervention and improved credit risk management.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Accounting

Utah State University
Logan, UT
05.2018

Associate of Science - Accounting

Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT
12-2013

Skills

  • Liquidity management and cash forecasting
  • Variance analysis expertise
  • Intercompany transaction management
  • ERP software knowledge (Acumatica, SAP)
  • Kyriba software proficiency
  • Excel advanced functionalities
  • Strong analytical thinking
  • Process enhancement initiatives
  • Strong communication skills
  • Adaptability in dynamic environments

Timeline

Financial Analyst

HAI Group
03.2022 - 04.2025

Associate Financial Analyst

HAI Group
03.2020 - 03.2022

Accounting Associate (Temporary)

Creative Financial Staffing
05.2019 - 03.2020

Billing & Collections Analyst (Temporary)

Aston Carter
08.2018 - 02.2019

Bachelor's Degree - Accounting

Utah State University

Associate of Science - Accounting

Gateway Community College

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