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Amber Hutton

@amberhutton

I optimize financial systems, Workday operations, and planning processes to improve finance decision-making.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to improve financial systems, Workday operations, reporting, and planning through scalable processes, data-quality controls, automation, and cross-functional partnership.

At CLA, I optimize firmwide financial systems as a liaison between finance and technology, improving data integrity, system performance, and user experience. I also support $200 million in capital expense budgets and Workday enhancements, announcements, and optimization.

I've led financial planning, forecasting, reporting, cash flow, and compensation work across real estate, financial services, and mortgage lending. My work includes managing compensation for 800+ business owners at a $2 billion firm, forecasting $35–45 million in annual revenue, and building scalable finance documentation, controls, and automation opportunities.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) logoCC
Current

Financial Systems Senior

Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 6 months)

As a Financial Systems Senior, I serve as a key liaison between finance and technology teams to optimize and support firmwide financial systems. I focus on improving data integrity, system performance, and user experience by streamlining processes, managing system configurations, and supporting cross-functional business needs. My role emphasizes accuracy, scalability, and strategic alignment of fi

McDuffie Mason Mortgage logoMM

Loan Officer

Aug 2022 - Dec 2025 (3 years 4 months)

• Educate 25+ borrowers and match them with the right loan products based on their needs and program regulations. Accurately and effectively communicate in the cash flow reporting process of liability selection.
• Request and analyze personal and business financial data to determine the ideal file structure to satisfy borrowers, sellers, and regulators.
• Manage loans through closing, ensuring all

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) logoCC

Senior Financial Analyst (Owner Services)

Jan 2024 - Mar 2025 (1 year 2 months)

As a Senior Analyst in the Owner Services pillar at CLA, I managed compensation strategy and execution for over 800 business owners across a $2 billion firm. My responsibilities centered on ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of owner compensation, leveraging data processing and financial analysis to support compliance, tax efficiency, and strategic planning. I collaborated cross-functionally to

CommonWealth Real Estate Group logoCG

Financial Director

Oct 2013 - Dec 2024 (11 years 2 months)

• Conducte regular financial analyses to assess the company's financial performance, identify areas for improvement, and make strategic decisions to optimize profitability. To date, the company has earned $2.9M and with a profitability of 34%.
• Develop and manage budgets and forecasts ensuring that all financial targets were met or exceeded.
• Implement effective risk management strategies to mi

Axia Home Loans logoAL

Loan Officer

Oct 2018 - Aug 2022 (3 years 10 months)

• Educate 350+ borrowers and match them with the right loan products based on their unique needs and the program regulations.
• Closed 71 loans totaling $20.6M in loan volume while maintaining an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars on experience.com.

Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC logoAL

Outsourced Finance Manager

Mar 2015 - Oct 2018 (3 years 7 months)

• Trained and educated unique financial systems for 56 financial advisors, establishing repeatable processes for optimal profitability and cash flow.
• Assisted in managing and forecasting $35-45M in annual revenue through self-created integrative Excel-generated Ad Hoc visualizations utilizing financial data reports from QuickBooks.
• Developed and oversaw the fiscal management department, gathe

Blackstone Hardscape Inc. logoBI

Finance Manager

Apr 2012 - Oct 2013 (1 year 6 months)

• Effectively communicated expectations and results for the business. Prepared and presented materials for senior leadership executive briefings and other key Board of Directors on a weekly and annual basis.
• Coordinated with staff and payroll entity for all HR needs, such as biweekly job reporting, the annual distribution of W2s and W9s, the audit and selection of annual benefits, and onboarding

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

NU

North Central University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology

DC

Dave Ramsey Financial Coach

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National Mortgage License Services

Licensed to lend in: MN

North Central University logoNU

North Central University

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, gaining a strong foundation in understanding human behavior and analytical thinking.

DC

Dave Ramsey Financial Coach

Financial Coach, Financial Coaching

Completed financial coach training, equipping with skills to guide individuals and businesses in financial planning and debt management.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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