Valerie Dumont
Torrance,CA
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
VP of Finance and Operations
Method Studios
08.2019 - Current
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Controlled accounting operations and oversaw transactions related to payroll, financial reporting, payables and receivables.
- Introduced software tools and process improvements to mitigate loss and drive operational growth.
- Strategically anticipated long-term business needs by analyzing revenue trends to inform process improvements.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
Head of Technology Resource Management
Company 3/Method Studios
01.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with the CTO and all engineers in purchasing, renewing or cancelling all hardware and software needed for all of the Company 3 companies in the US, Canada and Pune.
- Maintained or built relationship with vendors to receive best price for all renewals or new purchases.
- Worked with a team of 3 to create Purchasing Orders, organize data and give CTO relevant information needed when renewing products.
Director of Finance
Beast Editorial
12.2010 - 07.2019
- Responsible for creating budgets and forecasts (Revenue, EBITDA and CAPEX), submitting bi-weekly sales flashes, month-end reporting (reviewing P&L, creating deck for corporate) and any ad hocs analysis required by President, Executive Producers and corporate for 7 post-production facilities across the US
- Responsible for coming up with and calculating artists compensations and helping create terms for new or renewed contracts
- Liaison between corporate departments (AP, AR, HR, Legal) for any matters between them and the 7 facilities
Director of Finance
Metro Goldwyn Mayer
09.2003 - 12.2010
- Responsible for all aspects of finance for the Home Video department (budget, forecast, actuals, cash flow, AP and AR, ad hoc analysis, audits)
- Worked very closely with the President of Home Video and the Controller of MGM
- Helped implement SAP for the organization
CFO
HollyShorts Film Festival
01.2004 - Current
- Responsible for all accounting and the finance need of the festival
- Reconcile credit cards and statements in Quickbooks, pay vendors, create budget for the festival, review contracts, create 1099 and work closely with CPA for year-end taxes
Education
Master of Science - Finance
Florida International University
Miami, FL06.2003
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Florida International University
Miami, FL06.2001
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Job Central
- CETA
- SAP
- D365 F&O
- Quickbooks
- OnBase
- Xytech
- Hyperion
- Organizational skills
- Analytical thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Head of Technology Resource Management
Company 3/Method Studios
01.2023 - Current
VP of Finance and Operations
Method Studios
08.2019 - Current
Director of Finance
Beast Editorial
12.2010 - 07.2019
CFO
HollyShorts Film Festival
01.2004 - Current
Director of Finance
Metro Goldwyn Mayer
09.2003 - 12.2010
Master of Science - Finance
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Florida International University
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