Stef Layne

Experience

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  Cable Connection

  Mar 2000 - Apr 2001

  Inside Sales Representative
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  Calpine

  Apr 2001 - Jun 2006

  • Senior Treasury Analyst

    Nov 2002 - Jun 2006

  • Accounting Administrator

    Apr 2001 - Nov 2002
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  PayPal

  Jun 2006 - Aug 2011

  -Manage banking infrastructure, relationships and controls, including SOX 404 requirements to support global expansion of eBay Inc and subs.-Manage a team of four analysts responsible for global cash management operations, forecasting and management reporting.-Review new product designs, bank RFI’s and evaluate impact to Treasury function. Make recommendations and ensure Treasury is a strategic partner in all applicable initiatives.-Key contributor to acquisition and integration of Israel-based Company, and numerous other international initiatives. Show less -Managed customer cash flow forecast for all “FBO” entities to maintain sufficient liquidity across 100+ bank accounts in up to 30 different currencies.-Identified and articulated pre-funding practices by a key banking partner. Led to access of $80M+ of working capital one day sooner. -Directly influenced investment decisions upon FDIC authorization to invest customer funds in interest bearing accounts. Ensured strict adherence to corporate investment policy guidelines while maximizing interest income (revenue). 340% increase in first quarter of active management.-Responsible for SAP Treasury workstation implementation and architecture, including diagramming and articulating the complex account structure. Final product aggregated balances at concentration accounts providing access to $2B in cash flows. Show less

  • Sr. Treasury Manager

    May 2007 - Aug 2011

  • Senior Treasury Analyst

    Jun 2006 - May 2007
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  EBay Inc

  Aug 2011 - May 2014

  -Developed quarterly scorecard aligned with key value drivers and timelines. Develop risk scoring framework and bubble diagram to uniformly compare acquisitions of different sizes and price.-Led integration of a 26 person, Seattle-based technology and talent acquisition to drive seller tools on eBay Marketplaces. -Led functional integration of a 220 person, innovative payments company based in Chicago with global operations and a separate P2P mobile company. Activities include, developing bottom-up $40m integration budget, leading large, cross-functional planning sessions, monthly ES reporting, deep integration planning and execution. Show less North America eBay Marketplace Controllership - Led project to analyze the eBay gift card program to develop better reporting, understand legal requirements and secure a $2M benefit for released liabilities held for unused gift card balances.PayPal Retail Services FP&A - Led deal review process for onboarding merchants to the PayPal POS platform. Managed full P&L for the Retail Services business unit.Germany eBay Marketplace FP&A - Moved to Berlin, Germany, to lead FP&A restructuring from a centralized EU finance function to an in-country German model.eBay Inc M&A Integration - Co-led acquisition of 27 person classified business based in Amsterdam; Developed onboarding materials and selection criteria for M&A Integration Executive role. Show less

  • Sr. Manager, M&A Integration

    Aug 2013 - May 2014

  • FLDP: Finance Leadership Development Program-2yrs

    Aug 2011 - Jul 2013
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  Box

  Jun 2014 - Apr 2019

  Senior Director, Treasury, Sourcing & Chief of Staff to CFO

  Responsible for leading procurement, treasury and operations with a high-growth mindset, requiring continuous transformation and iterations of an accelerating business to a successful IPO in 2015. Reputable leader of an engaging, company-wide initiative (Yo!FCF) to educate, inspire and involve employees in Wall Street promise of reaching free cash flow breakeven by Jan 2017 and ultimately reduce costs by $15M. Pioneered finance function by expanding operations in Canada, Australia, and Sweden. • Refinanced Credit Facility multiple times to align with company evolution and working capital demands to continually lower cost of funds, extend term and restructure.• Partnered with Dev and Finance to launch 12 new exotic currencies to drive $1.2M in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) and a localized experience for online buyers.• Designed and launched global Group Mentorship Program across all functions, job levels and offices which connected ~200 employees with one another enabling a safe development atmosphere.• Improved employee experience with selection and implementation of new global Travel partner, Navan (formerly, Trip Actions), offering rewards, improving spend visibility and enabling a slick consumer-like experience. Show less

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  Zavely Inc

  Mar 2017 - Nov 2022

  Founding Advisor

  Advise on complex financial architecture to create a marketplace for students to prepare for their future by kick-starting early entrepreneurship, creativity, and savings

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  Tesorio

  Aug 2017 - Aug 2022

  Customer Advisory Board & Investor

  Tesorio empowers CFOs and finance teams to boost profits by using artificial intelligence to better manage, predict, and collect cash.-Provide insights on cash flow forecasting to enable Tesorio to build a comprehensive, multi-faceted product.-Frequent panelist - https://www.tesorio.com/webinars/solving-the-cash-flow-disconnect-direct-method-forecastinga

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  Hipower

  Jan 2019 - Dec 2019

  Executive Member, Ring 7, Menlo Park

  Hipower is a network of leaders laser-focused on accelerating the goals and ambitions of the women in our network. We thrive on our deep bonds with each other and within our communities.

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  Navan

  Apr 2019 - Apr 2020

  VP, Strategic Programs

  Hired to be the “right-hand to the CEO” to free-up his capacity and focus on projects, such as, company-wide $4B FP&A annual planning process and creating the framework and cadence for executive staff interactions to drive momentum and focus. Rewarded with opportunity to lead 30 VIP Services Support representatives and launch new white-glove support model across $12M+ travel budget across 70 companies and 700+ executive travelers.• Led first ever global employee summit in Palo Alto bringing all 800 employees from across the globe together to build connections, learn and build strategic alignment.• Redefined procurement process flow which centralized ~500 historical vendor contracts giving visibility into our total vendor obligations.• As an advocate for employee development, facilitated 12 internal transfers and three promotions within three months. Show less

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  Unity Technologies

  Jun 2020 - Oct 2021

  Treasurer

  Raised $1.5B in the successful initial public offering (IPO) of company despite market uncertainty amidst a global pandemic. Responsible for recruiting and leading treasury team to support ~30% annual revenue growth, $1B+ short duration investment portfolio and an ever-evolving product platform. • Constructed comprehensive share count model projecting EPS calculations and dilution analysis in pre and post public company status. • Funded acquisition and integration of three M&A transactions in seven months across companies in various business verticals and internationally dispersed adding complexity (US, Israel, and Spain).• Established strong, trusting relationships across the business (while fully remote) to gain ownership and understanding of working capital demands creating visibility into cash flow trends. Show less

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  F45 Training

  Oct 2021 - Jul 2023

  Certified Personal Trainer

  -Taking a pause in coaching to focus on IWF Fellows Program (Oct 2023-June 2024)-Instruct and motivate members through pre-determined group classes-Well-versed in strength training, cardio and hybrid HIIT sessions

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  Klaviyo

  Oct 2021 - now

  VP, Treasury, Payroll & Sales Compensation

  Responsible for mentoring and guiding international financial operations, treasury, payroll and GTM comp units for fast-growing successful high-tech company leading to a successful IPO in Sept 2023. Swiftly executed diversification of cash during Mar 2023 Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) collapse safely securing 46% of cash while still returning interest income of $5.5M for fiscal year 2022 and $22.1M for fiscal year 2023. • Appointed Officer for financial and signatory authority on bank accounts and stock certificates.• Developed real-time, cash flow forecast model to accurately predict end of period Statement of Cash Flow within 10% variance.• Engagement leader on cross-functional global sales compensation project to improve controls, accountability, remove friction and add process efficiencies. Show less