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Mary Urrutia

@maryurrutia

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Accomplished finance leader with expertise in cost reduction and analysis.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values process improvement and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am an accomplished Accounting and Finance leader with over 16 years of experience specializing in plant-level financial controls, cost reduction, and process improvement. My extensive expertise in financial planning, analysis, and accounting has enabled me to drive significant efficiency gains, including a 28% increase in reporting efficiency at Educational Testing Service and over 30% labor cost savings at Lancer Worldwide.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a proven ability to streamline financial processes, conduct thorough variance analyses, and implement cost-saving measures. My role as an FP&A Senior Financial Analyst at Lancer Worldwide involved crafting financial models and collaborating with leadership to build accurate forecasts, which contributed to increased profitability. I take pride in my ability to mentor teams and improve productivity through targeted coaching, ensuring that financial insights lead to informed decision-making.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

AML Compliance Analyst

Robert Half San Antonio

Apr 2025 - Present (4 months)

Interpreted AML Risk Standards guidelines, policies, and procedures, ensuring accurate collection and documentation of alert data. Conducted quality analysis to determine whether alerts were properly cleared by Compliance Alerts Analysts.

AML Risk Management Data Analysis Quality Assurance Regulatory Compliance

Plant Costing Manager

Cuisine Solutions San Antonio

Aug 2024 - Present (1 year)

Monitored plant performance against budget, tracked local cost trends, and assessed financial outcomes, identifying improvements that led to over 30% cost savings. Guided plant managers and supervisors on cost targets by conducting cost-benefit analysis and assessing key performance indicators (KPIs) of WIP project status, costs, progress, and profitability.

Cost Benefit Analysis Budget Management Financial Planning KPI Tracking Data Collection

FP&A Senior Financial Analyst & Accountant

Lancer Worldwide San Antonio

Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)

Executed variance analysis and crafted financial models on monthly financial statements to identify trends, assess inventory valuation, and pinpoint profitability opportunities for leadership. Directed the re-engineering of the month-end close process, leading initiatives that reduced the close cycle from 15 to 5 days and cut labor costs by over 30%.

Financial Modeling GAAP IFRS Inventory Management Budgeting Financial Forecasting Process Improvement Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable

Financial Analyst

Aramark Corporation San Antonio

Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Enhanced financial models to analyze historical data and project future performance, resulting in precise financial forecasts. Tracked cost of goods sold, food cost percentage, and menu costing to enhance profit margins.

Financial Modeling Pricing Analysis

Fiscal Analyst

City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health

Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)

Administered financial aspects of grant projects, ensuring compliance with funding guidelines and regulatory standards. Prepared timely and accurate financial reports outlining project expenses, revenues, and budget variances for grant funders.

Grant Management Financial Reporting Cost Volume Profit Analysis Data Compilation

Senior Financial Analyst & Accountant

Educational Testing Service San Antonio

Jan 2006 - Present (19 years 7 months)

Renewed financial models, including variance and trend analysis, along with budgeting using scenario analysis techniques and identified cost-saving opportunities that led to report efficiency by 25%. Streamlined core accounting and reporting processes, including cost allocations and month-end reporting, resulting in a 28% increase in departmental efficiency.

Financial Modeling Budgeting Cost Control Process Improvement Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Capella University

Master of Business Administration, Accounting

2014 - 2017

Completed a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting. Focused on advanced accounting principles and business management strategies.

Capella University

Master of Science, Human Resource Management

2010 - 2013

Obtained a Master of Science in Human Resource Management. Studied various aspects of human resources, including talent management and organizational development.