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Scott Thorsted

Scott Thorsted

Salinas,USA

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Corporate Financial Management Executive with a proven track record in optimizing financial processes and leveraging cutting-edge tools for streamlined operations. Seasoned expert with well-rounded background effectively guiding various financial projects and processes. Demonstrated strengths in forecasting, reporting, and special project activities to support executive decision-making. Highly adaptable to accomplish goals in fast-paced environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

FP&A / Data Integration Manager

Growers Transplanting, Inc.
Salinas, CA
09.2018 - 11.2023
  • Led the development of a comprehensive product costing matrix and database, optimizing labor ordering across 8 greenhouse locations, resulting in streamlined operations and cost savings
  • Created and maintained consolidated and regional annual budgets and forecasts for 6 regional locations
  • Innovated a Sales Department Product Pricing App, enhancing customer-specific sales strategies and achieving targeted OP %
  • Developed and implemented PowerApps directly connected to our ERP, reducing billing and accounts payable FTEs by 3 and increasing vendor payment discounts by $50k annually (900% increase)
  • Produced real-time financials and variance reports through Power BI dashboards, enabling informed decision-making.
  • Established and managed yearly budgets of up to $60,000,000
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Analyzed actual financial results to budget, preparing variance reporting to functional groups.
  • Created reports summarizing current financial status by collecting analyzing and presenting key data points.

Accounting & Collections Manager

Robert Half (Interim Inc., Markon CoOp, Ream Companies)
Monterey, CA
09.2017 - 08.2018
  • Automated cash operations reporting and A/R lockbox cash posting, optimizing daily processes.
  • Managed accounts receivable, collections and credit activities for a large customer base.
  • Responded to customer inquiries about billing issues, account status, and payment options.
  • Collaborated with legal department to initiate litigation against delinquent customers when necessary.

Accounts Receivable / Tax, Fraud and Vendor Compliance Specialist

Excelligence Learning Corp.
Monterey, CA
01.2013 - 09.2015
  • Managed tax-exempt requests and certificates from diverse customer segments across 28 states.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of vendor projects.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations and laws governing vendor relationships.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Business Management

American InterContinental University Online
05.2017

Skills

  • Financial Statements
  • Balance Sheets
  • Cash Flow Statements
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Financial Analysis Expertise
  • Budget Development
  • Financial Reporting
  • Business Forecasting
  • Internal Controls Development
  • VB, JavaScript, SQL, MSSMS
  • Power Automate, PowerBI, Power Apps
  • Microsoft Dynamics NAV
  • Microsoft Office Suite, MIcrosoft Teams, SharePoint Admin

Timeline

FP&A / Data Integration Manager

Growers Transplanting, Inc.
09.2018 - 11.2023

Accounting & Collections Manager

Robert Half (Interim Inc., Markon CoOp, Ream Companies)
09.2017 - 08.2018

Accounts Receivable / Tax, Fraud and Vendor Compliance Specialist

Excelligence Learning Corp.
01.2013 - 09.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Business Management

American InterContinental University Online

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