[YOUR NAME] Certified Public Accountant (CPA) [Email Address] | [Phone Number] | [City, State] | [LinkedIn Profile] ======================================================================== EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Strategic Finance Manager with [X] years of progressive leadership experience driving financial performance, operational excellence, and business growth. Proven expertise in financial planning, cost optimization, and team development within [industry] environments. Delivered $[X]M+ in cost savings while improving forecast accuracy, streamlining processes, and building high-performing finance teams. ======================================================================== AREAS OF EXPERTISE Strategic Financial Planning Budget Development & Management Cash Flow Optimization Financial Analysis & Forecasting Cost Reduction & Control Process Improvement Team Building & Leadership Stakeholder Relations M&A Due Diligence Systems Implementation Risk Management Compliance & Controls ======================================================================== PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE [COMPANY NAME], [City, State] Finance Manager | [Year] – Present Financial Strategy & Planning • Direct financial planning and analysis operations supporting $[X]M revenue organization • Manage $[X]M operating budget across [X] departments with exceptional accuracy • Develop strategic financial plans aligning with corporate objectives and growth targets • Partner with C-suite executives providing financial insights driving business decisions Operational Excellence & Cost Management • Achieved $[X]M in annual cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations and process optimization • Reduced operational expenses by [X]% while maintaining service quality and team satisfaction • Implemented cost control measures preventing budget overruns and improving profitability • Identified and eliminated $[X]K in redundant spending through comprehensive spend analysis Process Innovation & Technology • Spearheaded ERP implementation project, delivering results $[X]K under budget and [X] weeks early • Automated financial reporting processes, reducing manual effort by [X] hours monthly • Accelerated month-end close from [X] days to [X] days through process reengineering • Designed real-time financial dashboards providing executive visibility into key metrics Leadership & Team Development • Built and lead team of [X] finance professionals supporting complex financial operations • Established mentorship programs resulting in [X] team member promotions • Improved team productivity by [X]% through training initiatives and workflow optimization • Foster collaborative culture promoting professional growth and high performance [PREVIOUS COMPANY NAME], [City, State] Senior Financial Analyst | [Year] – [Year] • Conducted complex financial analysis supporting strategic initiatives and capital investments • Improved forecast accuracy from [X]% to [X]% through enhanced modeling methodologies • Led cross-functional projects generating $[X]K in operational efficiencies • Prepared comprehensive financial presentations for board meetings and investor relations • Supported M&A due diligence activities for [X] transactions totaling $[X]M [EARLIER COMPANY NAME], [City, State] Financial Analyst | [Year] – [Year] • Performed variance analysis and financial reporting for $[X]M business unit • Developed financial models supporting budgeting and forecasting processes • Collaborated with department managers on budget preparation and cost control initiatives ======================================================================== EDUCATION [Degree Name], [Major] | [University Name] | [Year] [Honors or Dean's List if applicable] ======================================================================== PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – [State Board of Accountancy], [Year] [Additional certifications: CMA, CFA, etc.] ======================================================================== TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Enterprise Systems: SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Cloud ERP, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite Planning & Analysis: Hyperion Planning, Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, Prophix Advanced Analytics: Excel (VBA, Power Query), Tableau, Power BI, SQL Accounting Software: QuickBooks Enterprise, Sage Intacct, Xero