STEPHANIE YOUNG
Sully,IA
Summary
Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
FP&A Manager - Global Part Center & Forage Segment
Vermeer Manufacturing
08.2006 - Current
- Prepared comprehensive financial package and presentations for leadership, highlighting key performance indicators and variance analysis against budget and forecasts.
- Conducted scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to assess potential impact of strategic initiatives and market fluctuations on financial performance.
- Led monthly financial reviews, providing insights and recommendations. Directed financial planning and analysis function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes to support strategic decision-making.
- Maintained financial models to analyze business performance, identify trends, and forecast future financial outcomes - specifically gross margin assessments.
- Collaborated with department heads develop annual operating budgets and long-term financial plans aligned with organizational goals.
- Assists in physical inventory preparation, analysis, and reconciliations.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Staff Accountant
Vermeer Manufacturing
01.1998 - 08.2006
- Assists Financial Manager with cost accounting functions of division, including efficiency of production metrics, analysis of variances regarding routings of machines, assists with physical inventory records, assists in budget reconciliations and proposed business plans.
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
- Maintained fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to establish accurate calculations.
- Collaborated with external auditors to provide information for audit process.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential cost-saving measures, resulting in improved company profitability.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Vermeer Manufacturing
03.1996 - 01.1998
- Coordinates accounts payable paperwork, reconciles vendor statements, receives and issues pack slips into inventory, processes steel charges, maintains decal inventory and quote file, assists purchasing department with entering and faxing orders and changes.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
- Streamlined invoice processing by implementing efficient filing and tracking systems.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
Purchasing Assistant
Vermeer Manufacturing
09.1995 - 03.1996
- Entered and faxed purchasing orders, assisted accounts payable with daily mail extending, maintained decal files, calculated weekly inventory totals for purchasing, various projects assigned by Purchasing Manager.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing, and documentation for audit purposes.
- Prepared purchase orders accurately and followed up with suppliers to confirm receipt and delivery schedules.
- Managed inventory levels effectively.
- Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices promptly, maintaining high level of accuracy in financial records.
Accounts Payable Student Assistant
University Of Dubuque
08.1991 - 05.1995
- Data entry, maintained accurate vendor files, generated purchase orders, handled and routed phone calls, various duties as assigned by controller and Vice President of Finance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
University of Dubuque
Dubuque, IA05.1995
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strategic Planning
- Staff Management
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Business Planning
- Financial Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Timeline
FP&A Manager - Global Part Center & Forage Segment
Vermeer Manufacturing
08.2006 - Current
Staff Accountant
Vermeer Manufacturing
01.1998 - 08.2006
Accounts Payable Clerk
Vermeer Manufacturing
03.1996 - 01.1998
Purchasing Assistant
Vermeer Manufacturing
09.1995 - 03.1996
Accounts Payable Student Assistant
University Of Dubuque
08.1991 - 05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
University of Dubuque
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