Susan O'Connell
Amherst,NH
Summary
Financial executive with 30 years of experience in financial consulting, focusing on financial management and internal control audits across various industries. Demonstrated success in strategic problem-solving and change management, contributing to organizational growth. Expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, risk management, and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
President and CEO
Project Control Companies, Inc.
05.1994 - Current
- Established consulting practice in 1994, specializing in diverse financial management projects across industries.
- Managed budgeting processes to optimize allocation of financial resources for multiple clients.
- Served as Controller for LLC, overseeing environmental cleanup projects exceeding $1 billion since 2009.
- Identified $6.5 million in erroneous invoicing through thorough audits of environmental payments.
- Oversaw cash flow, trust funds, invoice payments, and financial statements for various clients.
- Implemented cost-control measures to enhance operational efficiency and reduce expenses.
- Cultivated strong client relationships to ensure alignment with project objectives.
- Analyzed financial reports to identify trends supporting informed decision-making.
Manufacturing Controller
Millipore Corporation
06.1992 - 05.1994
- Executed comprehensive accounting and financial analysis from reconciliations to month-end close.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to deliver timely reporting on gross margin and overhead expenses.
- Managed a team of 3 cost accountants, ensuring effective performance and accountability.
- Prepared documentation and actively engaged in annual audits conducted by public accounting firms.
- Streamlined inventory processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency.
- Analyzed production costs, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and waste reduction.
- Oversaw budget forecasting for manufacturing operations at Millipore Corporation, optimizing resource allocation.
Manager of Finance
General Electric Company
06.1986 - 06.1992
- Managed finance operations for GE's joint venture with Lockheed on an Aerospace development project in Nashua, NH.
- Oversaw internal auditing functions for GE's aerospace business in Binghamton, NY.
- Served as a member of GE's corporate audit staff, ensuring compliance and risk management.
- Completed GE's financial management training program to enhance financial acumen.
Education
St. Lawrence University - Economics
St. Lawrence University
Canton, NY05-1986
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Strategic planning and budgeting
- Cost control and financial analysis
- Effective communication
- Internal audit expertise
- Proposal writing
- Financial leadership
- SOX compliance
- MS Office proficiency
- Crystal Reports proficiency
- Sage 100 proficiency
Certification
- Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA)
Timeline
President and CEO
Project Control Companies, Inc.
05.1994 - Current
Manufacturing Controller
Millipore Corporation
06.1992 - 05.1994
Manager of Finance
General Electric Company
06.1986 - 06.1992
St. Lawrence University - Economics
St. Lawrence University