Results-driven senior analytics professional with a passion for solving complex business problems through data. Known for exceptional communication skills, technical expertise, and leadership across cross-functional teams. Proven success in deploying scalable business intelligence tools, automating workflows, delivering insights that drive strategic decision-making and providing high ROI on data centric projects.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Data Analyst, VP of Reporting and Analytics
Huntington Technology Finance
Bloomfield Hill, MI
10.2013 - Current
Led cross-functional teams in developing innovative data solutions to complex business challenges.
Spearheaded the development, deployment and utilization of Power BI across the organization.
Led the integration of dataflows from core ERP and CRM systems into full blown business reporting solutions across all departments.
Designed, developed and implemented ETL processes for data integration from multiple sources.
Successfully led the implementation of data and reporting processes during Oracle 11i to R12 conversion, along with two other portfolio conversions to the Oracle platform
Developed, fine tuned and maintained SQL queries (Sql Developer, SQL Server, MySQL) used for data collection, analysis and reporting
Headed customer behavior analysis that resulted in $50MM+ tax benefit for the company
Developed collections platform in Power BI that made data easily accessible to the team which resulted in decreased delinquency numbers by 40% without adding head count
Multi-level Residual Realization, Margin and Yield Reporting to identify most profitable customers, asset types and geographies
Developed RPAs using Power Automate to create no touch workflows for reporting and other operational tasks.
Performed statistical analysis on customer data to identify patterns and correlations in their behavior
Working on predictive analysis for forecasting customer behavior, originations and payment behavior
Developed financial models for inventory portfolio analysis: Required reserves, aging and residual valuations
Developed Power BI financial models that utilized scenario analysis to help forecast variations for FP&A
Headed a process review within the finance department to improved process, create efficiencies and help reduce duplicated efforts
Financial Analyst, Sr. Business Analyst
Vivid Seats, Ltd
Chicago, IL
02.2012 - 10.2013
Creation of financial and operational models and dashboards for analysis of many financial aspects of business to drive strategic plan for the company
Write and maintain SQL scripts to extract data for analysis and reporting
Helped lead the deployment of excel dashboards using excels Power Tools (Power Query, Power Pivot and Power View) and other business reporting in a startup company environment
Designed star schema models with fact and dimension tables to meet the reporting needs of the organization.
Reporting for CFO and owners on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis
Created a pro forma Channel P&L model for variance analysis with variables for forecasting and scenario analysis within Power BI
Cost / Benefit analysis for web service marketing partners that led to a 20% savings in affiliate marketing costs
Multi-Level Margin and profitability analysis for all channels of business
Expected Value, ROI and Breakeven analysis of current and potential partnerships
Developed several reports and models to drive company efficiency, help strategic growth and drive high impact decision making
Accounting Intern, Staff Accountant
Mast, Foulds & Co., P.C
Saginaw, MI
05.2008 - 02.2012
Review, generate and analyze financial statements, bank reconciliations, and investment statements
Began work with tax projection program to help project taxes for clients for planning purposes
Produced monthly sales and use tax returns, quarterly payroll returns, month and year end compilations, personal property taxes and asset management and depreciation schedules
Monthly reconciliation of client bank, revenue and expense accounts and provide adjusting entries
Work in depth with MS Office programs creating an extensive variety of financial spreadsheets as well as variance analysis of companies
Worked with financial models during potential M&A deals for clients.
Sr. Data Analyst, VP of Reporting and Analytics at Huntington Technology FinanceSr. Data Analyst, VP of Reporting and Analytics at Huntington Technology Finance
<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.