Peter Sefcik

Experience

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  PwC

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

  Junior IT analyst

  • client PC management and on-site technical support as a part-time IT Department Intern while attending university.• Streamlined inventory management by maintaining an organized spare parts catalog and storeroom, ensuring accurate labeling and cataloging of components.

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  Manpower Slovakia

  Jan 2010 - May 2010

  Recruiter

  • Global talent acquisition for a premier international corporation, driving strategic recruitment initiatives and delivering exceptional candidate matches for diverse international clients.• Excelled as a team member by prioritizing professional courtesy and meticulous note-taking to enhance recruitment outcomes.

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  ZUNO BANK AG

  Sept 2011 - Sept 2012

  Management trainee

  • Accelerated career development via rotational roles in Project Management, Product Development, and Internal Audit within a pioneering bank.• Distinguished as part of an elite management trainee group, tasked with driving innovation and mastering adaptive strategies in a dynamic banking landscape.

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  OC Madaras SNV

  Oct 2012 - Mar 2013

  Marketing Manager

  • Managed dynamic marketing initiatives at a bustling shopping center, expertly coordinating high-impact events and overseeing robust advertising campaigns, including the publication of a widely-circulated newspaper.

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  Business Partner Academy

  Apr 2013 - Mar 2014

  Project Manager

  • Lead diverse project portfolios, adeptly leading a dynamic team of 5 to drive successful outcomes.• Thrived in an Agile workflow, seamlessly navigating projects across IT, construction, and more.

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  IBM

  Nov 2014 - now

  • Lead comprehensive IT transformation initiatives, adeptly coordinating with Product Owners across multiple departments to prioritize backlogs and define project scopes.• Led and empowered a cross-functional team comprising 8 Business Analysts, 3 Operations Specialists, and 3 Developers, fostering a collaborative environment to remove impediments swiftly.• Conducted and facilitated key Agile ceremonies, including daily standups, retrospectives, and iteration planning, to drive project momentum and team engagement.• Developed and managed project tracking dashboards utilizing tools such as JIRA, JIRA Service Desk, Trello, Monday.com, and ServiceNow, enhancing visibility and control over project progress.• Delivered articulate project status reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment through effective communication channels.• Optimized iteration processes for peak efficiency, guaranteeing the punctual achievement of project milestones and the upkeep of thorough, accessible documentation for seamless knowledge transfer and standardization of practices. Show less • Spearheaded financial analysis and reporting for major accounts, delivering critical forecasting and balance sheet insights to Country and Region CFOs, enhancing strategic decision-making.• Expertly managed stringent monthly closing processes, supplying essential data to Accounting and Operations teams.• Drove financial reporting consolidation for Market CFO, offering analytical insights on market performance and elucidating forecast variances with in-depth account knowledge.• Crafted comprehensive monthly reports and presentations, contributing to budget formulation and forecast planning.• Maintained a pivotal role as Finance Business Analyst for 5 years, underpinning financial integrity and organizational success at IBM. Show less

  • Iteration / Project manager

    Feb 2019 - now

  • Financial Analyst / Consolidation lead

    Nov 2014 - Feb 2019
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  Thermo Fisher Scientific

  Jul 2024 - now

  Product Owner / Project manager