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Michelle Strong

@michellestrong

Senior Financial Analyst with 9+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, margin and variance analysis, credit risk, and financial reporting across th

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to apply financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and risk-management

I am a Senior Financial Analyst with 9+ years of experience in FP&A, financial reporting, and credit risk management across the energy and corporate finance sectors. Currently, I leads gross margin reporting and forecasting for a multi-hundred-million-dollar portfolio at bp, building on a track record that includes managing $500M+ in collateral risk at RWE and driving reporting process improvements throughout my career. Skilled in financial modeling, variance analysis, and SAP-based GL operations, she holds an M.S. in Accounting from Syracuse University and a B.S. in Accounting from Xavier University of Louisiana.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Financial Analyst

Current

Dec 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)

Lead finance contact for Integrated Gross Margin across East Gulf Coast Midstream and U.S. B2B, delivering monthly/quarterly reporting and variance analysis. Partnered on forecasts, implemented process efficiencies, and supported IBP reporting tool implementation.

FP&A Forecasting SAP Process Improvement Financial Reporting Business Partnering

Senior Consultant

Robert Half Management Resources

Nov 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 2 months)

Engaged as Senior Accountant for a district energy company, managing close-cycle journal entries and ensuring accurate accounting. Prepared monthly account reconciliations and restructured presentations for clarity.

Account Reconciliation Journal Entries Financial Analysis Process Improvement

Senior Credit Risk Analyst

RWE

Feb 2018 - Oct 2021 (3 years 8 months)

Led middle-office risk function and collateral management for North America, overseeing counterparty assessments and a $500M+ collateral inventory. Evaluated creditworthiness and assessed contract valuations for high-value agreements.

Credit Risk Collateral Management Financial Analysis Risk Assessment

Senior Financial Analyst

RWE

Mar 2014 - Jan 2018 (3 years 10 months)

Partnered on monthly/quarterly reporting and forecasting for solar business unit, delivering ad-hoc financial modeling. Managed analysis of corporate overhead and costs, supporting long-term financial planning.

Financial Modeling Forecasting Budgeting Financial Reporting SAP

Senior Analyst, General Ledger & Fixed Assets

RWE

Mar 2012 - Mar 2014 (2 years)

Posted and reviewed journal entries to SAP general ledger, investigated variances, and maintained fixed asset sub-ledger. Prepared roll-forward schedules and documented accounting processes.

General Ledger Accountant Fixed Assets SAP Account Reconciliation Journal Entries Process documentation

Consultant

General Growth Properties

Jun 2011 - Feb 2012 (8 months)

Supported treasury system conversion for a large REIT, managing general ledger data accuracy and testing system functions. Updated accounting templates and supported peak payment cycle operations.

General Ledger Accountant System Conversion Accounting Treasury

General Ledger Analyst

Heidrick & Struggles

Sep 2009 - Apr 2011 (1 year 7 months)

Reconciled global cash general ledger accounts exceeding $100M and managed A/R and treasury sub-ledgers. Restructured fixed asset procedures and mentored new analysts.

General Ledger Accountant Account Reconciliation Accounts Receivable Fixed Assets Mentor

Senior Staff Accountant, Property Accounting

United Airlines

Feb 2006 - Feb 2009 (3 years)

Managed accounting for owned properties, including financial reporting and compliance. Developed capital appropriation tracking process and reviewed requests exceeding $10M.

Property Accounting Financial Reporting Compliance SOX