KJKatrina Johnson
@katrinajohnson
Finance and operations analyst specializing in bonus systems and data strategy.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a finance and operations analyst with over 5 years of experience in managing complex bonus programs and compensation logic. My expertise lies in translating high-volume, multi-variable data into reliable outputs that executives can trust. I excel at bringing structure to ambiguity, identifying issues before they escalate, and ensuring the accuracy of payouts across HR, payroll, and finance.
Currently, I lead all quarterly and annual bonus program operations for over 1,200 employees at BrightSpring Health Services. My role involves maintaining complex Excel-based payout models and acting as the primary liaison between Finance, HR, Payroll, and field leadership. I am known for my ability to simplify complex bonus data and ensure audit readiness through proactive quality control.
Throughout my career, I have developed a strong proficiency in tools such as Adaptive Insights, Power BI, and advanced Excel modeling. I have a proven track record of improving financial reporting accuracy and optimizing workflows, making me a valuable asset to any cross-functional team.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Financial Analyst
BrightSpring Health Services
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Led quarterly and annual bonus program operations for over 1,200 employees, maintaining complex Excel-based payout models encompassing $22M+ in compensation. Acted as the primary liaison between Finance, HR, Payroll, and field leadership, integrating data from various systems to ensure payout accuracy and executive visibility. Conducted proactive audits of thousands of Excel formulas, resolving in
Accountant, Accounts Receivable
Schneider Electric
Sep 2019 - Apr 2023 (3 years 7 months)
Managed day-to-day accounts receivable operations, reconciling over $500K in daily incoming payments and resolving unapplied cash by tracing payment chains. Maintained clean, audit-ready financial records across high-volume transactions, supporting real-time reporting accuracy for finance and audit teams. Became a key internal resource for AR lookups and invoice troubleshooting due to high accurac
Invoice Analysis & Validation Associate
Schneider Electric
Jan 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year 8 months)
Audited utility invoices to identify overbilling and recover refunds for enterprise clients, successfully recovering hundreds of thousands of dollars in overcharges. Conducted recalculations using Excel and CBMS, incorporating market and regulatory data to confirm the validity of charges. Performed market and legal research across diverse regions to support findings and secure corrective payouts.
Actuarial ISGBI Data Specialist Intern
Anthem, Inc
Apr 2017 - Jan 2018 (9 months)
Extracted and analyzed insurance pricing data from hundreds of regulatory PDFs to build Excel-based models for actuarial teams. Utilized Access and Tableau to visualize competitor positioning and provide insights. This role supported the actuarial department in understanding market dynamics.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ULUniversity of Louisville
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration - Finance
Studied Business Administration with a focus on Finance. Gained foundational knowledge in financial principles and practices.
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Location
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