Functional Skills

Machine Learning
Data Analysis
Accounting
Variance Analysis
Financial Modeling
Risk Management
Regulatory Compliance
Communications
Financial Statement Preparation
SQL Analysis
Forecasting / Projections
Pricing Strategy
Leadership Development
Finance Transformation
Market Research

Software Skills

Machine Learning
Microsoft Excel
Python
SQL
PowerBI
Datacenters
Bloomberg
VBA

Certifications

CAIAChartered Alternative Investment Analyst
CFAChartered Financial Analyst

Sector Experience

Business Services
Financial Services
Healthcare
Real Estate
Technology

Notable Clients

H&R Block

Fortune 500

Experience

US Department of Treasury Finance
Revenue Officer
7/2024 - Present
• Utilized strong knowledge of accounting and regulations to resolve $1
● compliance issues for 10 small businesses, ensuring full tax law adherence and mitigating future penalties.
• Delivered clear, actionable guidance to clients, reviewing the impact of their balance sheets on tax obligations and helping them achieve compliance.
• Coordinated with multiple departments to manage 25 concurrent client cases, ensuring timelines were met and client needs were addressed efficiently.

Microsoft Finance
Finance & Investment Analyst
9/2008 - 9/2023
• Directed long-term planning strategies to align with Capital expenditure and COGS objectives, resulting in a $25M cost reduction.
• Oversaw financial planning and budgets for 50M+ server cores across global data centers, ensuring precision through historical data analysis and customer feedback.
• Supported financial decisions under regulatory oversight, in high-stakes environments with commodity style pricing volatility — ensuring compliance and stakeholder alignment.
• Managed risk analysis for a $100 billion investment portfolio, ensuring accurate reporting and providing timely financial recommendations to senior leaders, leading to a 20% improvement in investment decision-making.
• Led cross-functional collaboration across multiple teams to meet tight project deadlines, delivering 100% of reports and projects on time, showcasing strong organizational and expectation management skills.
• Streamlined internal processes, increasing productivity by 50% through the automation of k

Quantitative Finance
Risk Management, Consultant
5/2006 - 8/2008
• Advised financial institutions (banks, loan holding companies, community organizations) on asset-liability management, including assessing market values, pricing strategies, and sensitivity to economic shocks in portfolios.
• Acted as a subject matter expert, responding to client inquiries and offering strategic guidance to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with evolving regulations.
• Analyzed market trends and regulatory changes, delivering actionable insights and recommendations to help clients manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Delivered insightful presentations and case studies at client conferences, focusing on statistical models and receiving positive feedback for clarity and effectiveness.
• Created knowledgebase resources to assist clients in problem-solving and enhance their understanding of valuation techniques and financial analysis.