LISA TYNES
Atlanta
Summary
Experienced Financial Analyst and Accountant with 15+ years in corporate finance, external reporting, and GAAP compliance. Proficient in journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis for timely month-end closing. Skilled in variance analysis, SOX compliance, and process improvement in regulated industries. Strong at cross-functional collaboration and communicating financial concepts. Technical proficiency in Oracle, JD Edwards, SAP, and advanced Excel.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Analyst
City Of Atlanta
09.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement financial planning concepts to support budgeting and forecasting.
- Conduct technical analysis to assess current and future financial performance.
- Analyze financial data, trends, and forecasts to provide strategic recommendations.
- Perform economic research on rates of return, depreciation, working capital, and investment performance.
- Evaluate the impact of governmental regulations on financial operations.
- Collaborate with senior peers on financial projects and reporting initiatives.
Affiliate Broker
HomeSmart
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Provide financial analysis and market research to assist clients in making informed real estate decisions.
- Develop financial models to assess property valuations, profitability, and long-term investment potential.
- Negotiate contracts and pricing strategies to maximize client value and ensure successful transactions.
- Collaborate with clients to identify investment opportunities aligned with their financial goals and risk tolerance.
- Monitor market trends, zoning changes, and economic indicators to anticipate shifts and guide strategic property decisions.
- Leverage CRM tools and data analytics to manage client relationships and optimize lead conversion rates.
Account Management Specialist
Pfizer Inc.
05.2019 - 12.2022
- Managed invoicing, collections, and financial reporting processes, improving efficiency and reducing overdue balances.
- Performed financial analysis in accordance with GAAP to support billing and collections operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial records.
- Researched and analyzed unclaimed property, providing insights for compliance and process improvements.
Senior Financial Analyst
Pfizer Inc.
09.2015 - 05.2019
- Led monthly financial close, month-end variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting processes, focusing on cost efficiency and resource management.
- Conducted financial analysis for chargeback methodologies and intellectual property funding, ensuring compliance with SOX and transfer pricing regulations.
- Implemented process improvements using Excel and financial systems (Oracle, JD Edwards), enhancing reporting accuracy and speed.
Staff Accountant
Pfizer Inc.
12.2009 - 08.2015
- Managed month-end financial close operations, including journal entries, balance sheet reviews, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely outcomes across multi-departmental operations.
- Prepared monthly and quarterly financial reports, streamlined reporting processes, and supported operational cost analysis to provide data-driven insights for senior management.
- Administered billing systems, analyzed revenue data, and developed strategies to optimize revenue collection while improving financial performance and resource allocation.
- Evaluated operations enterprise-wide, developed policies and procedures to enhance process efficiency, and implemented audit recommendations for compliance and improvement.
- Established strong client relationships, supported compliance testing efforts, and prepared comprehensive metrics aligned with industry standards to meet organizational and stakeholder needs.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Strayer University
Memphis, TNMaster of Education - undefined
Strayer University
Memphis, TNBachelor of Science - Accounting
Strayer University
Memphis, TNSkills
- Financial Analysis, Budgeting & Forecasting, Variance Analysis
- Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, Financial Modeling)
- Oracle, JD Edwards, SAP, ArcGIS (Desktop, Pro, Online), Microsoft Office Suite
- Cost Accounting & Chargeback Methodologies
- Compliance & Data Integrity, GAAP
Certification
Accredited Receivables Manager - Institute of Finance and Management (IOFM), Six Sigma White Belt, FEMA Certification
Timeline
Financial Analyst
City Of Atlanta
09.2024 - Current
Affiliate Broker
HomeSmart
05.2023 - 09.2024
Account Management Specialist
Pfizer Inc.
05.2019 - 12.2022
Senior Financial Analyst
Pfizer Inc.
09.2015 - 05.2019
Staff Accountant
Pfizer Inc.
12.2009 - 08.2015
Master of Education - undefined
Strayer University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Strayer University
Master of Business Administration -
Strayer University
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