Brandi Barrow
@brandibarrow
Senior Financial Planning and Analysis Manager with 17 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a highly self-motivated and accomplished Senior Financial Planning and Analysis Manager with over 17 years of experience in performance reporting, financial analysis, operations, forecasting, budgeting, and business support. My expertise lies in producing professional results while adhering to deadlines, focusing on process improvements, and implementing cost-saving solutions.
Throughout my career, I have served as a strategic advisor to operations teams, providing data-driven financial insights to support key business decisions. I have successfully led the annual operating plan, budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with company financial initiatives. My ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams has allowed me to assess cost structures and profitability drivers, ultimately driving company profitability and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Global Financial Manager
Xylem
Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)
As a Global Financial Manager, I provide strategic financial insights to support key business decisions, lead annual operating plans, and collaborate with IT to enhance financial data accuracy. I drive profitability and support continuous improvement initiatives while preparing executive summaries and presentations for the Executive Team.
Global Commercial Controller
ITW Automotive
Sep 2022 - Aug 2023 (11 months)
In my role as Global Commercial Controller, I supported the sales team by analyzing sales pipelines and driving topline growth. I created systems for price/cost management and developed KPIs for the Global Sales Team, while also implementing Power BI for enhanced reporting.
North American Commercial Controller
DSM Engineering Materials
Jan 2022 - Jun 2022 (5 months)
As North American Commercial Controller, I supported marketing and sales to meet strategic growth targets. I managed direct reports, focused on pricing analysis, and conducted risk management assessments while presenting financial performance to the Global Executive Board.
Global Sr. Manager Financial Planning & Analysis
HDT Automotive Solutions
Feb 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year 8 months)
In this role, I managed the global capital budget and led a team of controllers. I performed financial analysis, prepared business reviews, and presented to the Board of Directors while overseeing the financial planning process.
Sr. Manager Financial Planning & Analysis
MacLean-Fogg
Nov 2014 - Nov 2019 (5 years)
As Sr. Manager, I provided fiscal data analysis for decision-making, created financial models, and automated reports to identify process improvements. I oversaw management reports and recommended fiscal changes to enhance profitability.
Finance Manager
Philips Automotive Lighting
Jul 2013 - Oct 2014 (1 year 3 months)
In my role as Finance Manager, I conducted meetings on financial performance, managed risk, and facilitated sales proposals. I also improved the monthly close process and prepared annual corporate budgets.
Sr. Financial Analyst
General Motors
Jun 2012 - Jul 2013 (1 year 1 month)
As a Sr. Financial Analyst, I identified at-risk companies within the GM Supply Base and provided financial projections. I coached staff and produced analyses to highlight business issues and profit opportunities.
Corporate Events Manager
BNY Mellon
Aug 2007 - Jul 2012 (4 years 11 months)
As Corporate Events Manager, I developed strategies to reduce fees and supported process restructuring. I generated analyses to provide equity balance sheet information for client reporting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Art, Economics
2001 - 2005
Bachelor of Art in Economics, focusing on the principles of economics and their application in real-world scenarios. Developed analytical skills and a strong understanding of economic theories and practices.
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