Yanessy Zajac
@yanessyzajac
Strategic finance leader with expertise in financial planning and analysis.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic finance leader with extensive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. My proven expertise lies in leveraging data-driven insights to optimize financial performance, streamline reporting, and drive business growth. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, improving financial processes, and influencing strategic decision-making at the executive level. I am fluent in both English and Spanish, which allows me to communicate effectively in diverse environments.
In my current role as a Senior Manager of FP&A at TelevisaUnivision, I lead variance analysis and forecasting improvements, successfully reducing budget deviations by 2%. I have designed and implemented financial models and automation tools that have improved reporting efficiency and decision-making speed. My initiatives to standardize and automate financial reports have reduced manual effort by 40%, providing executive-level insights that aid in revenue forecasting and corporate submissions.
Previously, I served as a Manager at Club Med, where I developed advanced financial dashboards that enhanced real-time decision-making and delivered strategic recommendations that improved cost efficiency. My experience as a Business Analyst at Costa Farms involved developing cost models and financial frameworks that enabled better pricing and profitability analysis. I hold an M.B.A. in Management and a B.S. in International Business with a minor in Computer Science, which have equipped me with the skills necessary to thrive in dynamic financial environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Manager, FP&A
TelevisaUnivision
Aug 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)
Leads variance analysis and forecasting improvements, reducing budget deviations by 2%. Designs and implements financial models and automation tools, improving reporting efficiency. Spearheads initiatives to standardize and automate financial reports, reducing manual effort by 40%. Provides executive-level insights for revenue forecasting and financial performance analysis.
Manager
Club Med
Feb 2019 - Nov 2019 (9 months)
Developed and maintained advanced financial dashboards to enhance real-time decision-making. Delivered strategic financial recommendations, leading to a 2% improvement in cost efficiency. Partnered with Accounting to streamline closing processes and served as a subject matter expert for Hyperion Planning.
Business Analyst
Costa Farms
Oct 2015 - Mar 2019 (3 years 5 months)
Developed cost models and financial frameworks for pricing and profitability analysis. Designed Power BI and Excel dashboards for sales performance tracking. Provided data-driven insights to optimize resource allocation and conducted commission analysis to streamline payout structures.
Financial Analyst
St. Thomas University
Aug 2012 - Oct 2015 (3 years 2 months)
Managed a $10M departmental budget, ensuring optimal resource utilization. Conducted variance analysis and forecasting, achieving budget efficiency improvements. Prepared and presented financial reports to senior leadership and auditors, enhancing transparency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
St. Thomas University
Master of Business Administration, Management
2012 - 2014
Completed an M.B.A. in Management, focusing on strategic decision-making, financial analysis, and leadership skills essential for managing organizations effectively.
St. Thomas University
Bachelor of Science, International Business
2007 - 2011
Earned a B.S. in International Business with a minor in Computer Science, gaining insights into global business practices and technical skills for data analysis.
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