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Veronica Millar

Waukesha

Summary

Dynamic finance and pricing professional with over 10 years of experience delivering measurable results through strategic pricing, cost modeling, and margin improvement. Known for delivering high-quality work with precision and insight. A collaborative team player with strong communication skills, driven by results and highly self-motivated to support strategic decision-making and financial performance improvement.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager Corporate Pricing and Cost

Generac Power Systems
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Product Management to align pricing strategies with product positioning, customer value, and overall business goals
  • Influence customer pricing and contractual terms through strategic analysis and negotiation support
  • Conduct in-depth financial and profitability analyses to evaluate the impact of pricing decisions on revenue and margin performance
  • Lead pricing execution within SAP, ensuring accurate and timely implementation of pricing strategies
  • Manage internal transfer pricing processes across multiple global markets to ensure compliance and consistency
  • Partner with Product teams to understand cost structures and integrate cost inputs into dynamic pricing models
  • Work closely with Engineering and Product Management to develop cost estimates and 3-year financial plans for new product introductions and redesigns
  • Lead and mentor a team of cost analysts across corporate locations in Waukesha, WI and Mexico City

Supervisor Corporate Pricing and Cost

Generac Power Systems
01.2020 - 01.2023

Cost Analyst

Generac Power Systems
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Performed proactive data mining, aggregation, and financial analysis to identify opportunities for price, cost, and margin improvement
  • Monitored product cost fluctuations and conducted root cause analysis to minimize P&L variances and protect corporate margins
  • Collaborated with Engineering and Product Management teams to develop cost estimates for new product introductions and design modifications
  • Partnered with senior leadership to develop and manage the Corporate Profitability Enhancement Program (PEP), resulting in over $300 million in cost savings for Generac since its launch in 2018

Financial Analyst / Finance Business Partner

Cielo Talent
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Compiled and analyzed monthly financial reports to identify trends, performance drivers, and key variances impacting business results
  • Led monthly financial portfolio meetings with Account Management to review performance, discuss forecasts, and address budget variances
  • Maintained and updated forecasting tools; provided detailed variance analysis to senior leadership
  • Created and delivered monthly financial presentations for executive and board-level meetings
  • Supported the preparation and analysis of the annual budget, contributing to strategic planning and resource allocation

Financial Accountant

Cielo Talent
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Performed month-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries and detailed income statement reviews
  • Conducted financial statement analysis and prepared board reporting commentary for month-end reporting packages
  • Recorded and reconciled bi-weekly payroll transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Collaborated with operations teams to process and issue customer invoices; conducted detailed billing reconciliations to validate billing accuracy, inventory levels, and fill rates for proper deferred revenue recognition

Accounting Associate

Cielo Talent
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Performed month-end close activities, including journal entry preparation and income statement review
  • Conducted financial statement analysis and developed board reporting commentary as part of month-end reporting
  • Recorded and reconciled bi-weekly payroll transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
  • Collaborated with Operations to process and issue customer invoices; completed detailed billing reconciliations to validate invoice accuracy, inventory balances, and fill rates for appropriate deferred revenue recognition

Education

BS Degree - Accounting and Business Administration

Ottawa University
Brookfield, Wisconsin

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel
  • Experienced in SAP and SAP Business Intelligence (BI) systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and data storytelling
  • Effective communicator, able to collaborate across teams and engage with all levels of management
  • Highly adaptable and dependable, with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines in fast-paced environments

Timeline

Manager Corporate Pricing and Cost

Generac Power Systems
01.2023 - Current

Supervisor Corporate Pricing and Cost

Generac Power Systems
01.2020 - 01.2023

Cost Analyst

Generac Power Systems
01.2017 - 01.2020

Financial Analyst / Finance Business Partner

Cielo Talent
01.2014 - 01.2017

Financial Accountant

Cielo Talent
01.2011 - 01.2014

Accounting Associate

Cielo Talent
01.2008 - 01.2011

BS Degree - Accounting and Business Administration

Ottawa University

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