Stacey Chase CPA

Experience

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  Siemens Postal, Parcel & Airport Logistics

  Apr 2010 - Jul 2016

  I forecasted, scheduled, and analyzed costs for $50MM+ construction projects. I compiled, interpreted, and validated data, summarizing basis, drivers, and assumptions to track performance. I crafted easy to understand dashboards and reports for internal and external stakeholders. Key Achievements: ★ Pioneering new methodologies to promote financial integrity; I received a ‘You Answered’ award for leading implementation of a new financial forecasting system, Business Warehouse.★ Employing lean management tools and agile methodologies to maximize profitability; I streamlined communication amongst project managers and technical leads to manage project plans and budgets. ★ Leading financial analysis and reporting; I prepared budgets, installed cost controls, performed root cause analysis, and executed process efficiencies to increase company’s competitiveness. Show less I managed financial planning, including monthly forecasting, actuals, and budget review. I conducted Balance Sheet and P&L flux analysis, and I prepared Asset and Cash Flow statements and supporting documentation.Key Achievements: ★ Owning ERM process for Business Unit; I planned, organized and controlled activities, incorporating COSO Integrated Framework concepts to provide financial stewardship.★ Coordinating multiple segment inputs into consolidated financial statements on a monthly basis; I consolidated and analyzed data from four Business Segments to guide Business Unit decision making.★ Repeatedly recognized for exceptional performance; I earned awards for efforts with carve out and related divestment, leading Business Unit in using Hyperion Essbase and creating financial reports using Smart View, and initiating first Foreign Currency Hedging Process. Show less

  • Commercial Project Manager

    Nov 2015 - Jul 2016

  • Senior Financial Analyst

    Jul 2013 - Nov 2015

  • Financial Analyst II

    Apr 2010 - Jul 2013
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  Siemens

  Jul 2016 - now

  I provide financial and thought leadership as part of a five-person Americas leadership team. I create buy-in and manage audits across business lines. I own the audit activities globally for Data Privacy, Global Business Services, and Oil & Gas (previous to carveout) at Siemens. I conduct risk assessments, evaluate audit findings, determine appropriate audit cycles, report finding to the Managing Board, institute continuous monitoring programs, and manage stakeholders as a trusted business partner. I train and coach staff with an emphasis on people development. I serve as a "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Champion" for the global audit team.Key Achievements: ★ Championing big picture thinking; I consolidate audit findings into insightful analysis for audit committee and facilitate information sharing across stakeholders to transform risk with effective action plans. ★ Driving process optimization and innovation; I leverage technology to launch new digital assurance tools such as continuous portfolio monitoring with prediction modeling and Data Privacy crawler to automate review of thousands of documents to identify sensitive data, delivering tomorrows assurance today. ★ Fostering a culture of empowerment and inclusion; I was selected as a Diversity Champion for the Audit group and one of only five Siemens US Coaches, supporting the next generation of leaders with a focus on the professional development of women.★ Cultivating and sustaining relationships to mitigate risk; I liaise with the Data Privacy Officer and Global HR Directors to identify threats and opportunities related to data privacy, create buy-in to develop audit plans, enact testing procedures, and perform exception-based reporting to drive change.★ Spearheading audit activity for Oil & Gas, a multi-billion Euro Business Unit; I leverage big data to identify emerging risks, utilize AI to predict future project loss across backlog, and collaborate with Global Heads to mitigate potential losses. Show less I managed project audits in Oil& Gas, Energy Management, Siemens Gamesa Renewables, Digital Factory SSE, and bid audits in Oil & Gas. I oversaw implementation of Global Audit topics for Gas & Oil and Data Privacy. I reviewed accounting documentation, performance reports, and order entry calculations. Key Achievements: ★ Catalyzing change; I offered insightful analysis to inform audit scope, identifying and capitalizing on opportunities while monitoring interventions to minimize risks. ★ Performing due diligence; I compiled, analyzed, and summarized data, identified discrepancies, and initiated corrective actions to achieve compliance related to audit activities. ★ Motivating and mentoring staff; I modeled best practices in performance management, construction accounting principles, and Time & Materials, Fixed Price, and Cost-Plus contract administration.★ Serving as a trusted business partner; I generated accurate, timely reports presenting audit results and corresponding recommendations for executive team. Show less

  • Practice Manager Internal Audit

    Jun 2020 - now

  • Senior Audit Manager

    Sept 2019 - Jun 2020

  • Senior Internal Auditor

    Sept 2018 - Sept 2019

  • Internal Auditor

    Jul 2016 - Sept 2018