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Jennie Griffin

Clemmons

Summary

Dynamic financial leader with extensive experience at Reynolds American Inc., excelling in cash flow analysis and data-driven decision support. Achieved significant improvements in financial forecasting and reporting accuracy, while mentoring junior analysts. Proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and optimize resource allocation, enhancing overall corporate performance.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Financial Analyst-Discounting

Reynolds American Inc
01.2020 - 02.2024
  • Implemented robust financial controls that improved accuracy of reported results while minimizing manual errors in data entry or reconciliation.
  • Supported internal audits by providing timely responses to information requests and facilitating collaboration between departments.
  • Enhanced financial forecasting models for better decision-making, utilizing advanced data analytics techniques.
  • Developed custom financial models to support strategic planning and resource allocation, driving alignment with long-term corporate objectives.

Lead Financial Analyst-Master Settlement Agreement

Reynolds American Inc
01.2012 - 12.2019
  • Researched macroeconomic, industry and company-specific data to inform investment decisions.
  • Created financial strategies to optimize portfolio performance and reduce risk.
  • Reviewed and analyzed project spending throughout project life cycle.
  • Supported internal audits by providing timely responses to information requests and facilitating collaboration between departments.
  • Oversaw the annual budgeting process from start to finish, collaborating closely with department heads to align resources with strategic priorities.
  • Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and repo
  • Generated comprehensive reports on portfolio performance and risk assessment.
  • Enhanced financial forecasting models for better decision-making, utilizing advanced data analytics techniques.
  • Assisted companies with choosing and timing investments for optimal results.

Senior Financial Analyst/General Accounting

Reynolds American Inc
01.2008 - 12.2011
  • Provided valuable insights by leading monthly variance analysis reviews between actual results and budget/forecast expectations.
  • Enabled informed decision-making by presenting key findings from complex data sets in clear, concise formats for senior leadership team members.
  • Trained new analysts on corporate policies and procedures and implemented mentoring program, reducing onboarding time.

Education

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

- In House Self Paced Training For Expert Use/Excel

Pivot Tables, V Look Up, SAP Monthly Journal Entries

Skills

  • Proficient in cash flow analysis

  • Skilled in analyzing financial reports

  • Data-driven decision support

  • Analytical decision support

  • GAAP

Timeline

Lead Financial Analyst-Discounting

Reynolds American Inc
01.2020 - 02.2024

Lead Financial Analyst-Master Settlement Agreement

Reynolds American Inc
01.2012 - 12.2019

Senior Financial Analyst/General Accounting

Reynolds American Inc
01.2008 - 12.2011

East Carolina University

- In House Self Paced Training For Expert Use/Excel

Pivot Tables, V Look Up, SAP Monthly Journal Entries

Leadership Financial Awards

Numerous occasions won a yearly Leadership financial reward ($5,000) for demonstrating Above and beyond forecasting verses actuals expense based on variance analysis for New Settlement agreements.  Variance +/- 5% for Billions in yearly Settlement Expense.  Built forecast model for new NPM (Non Participating Manufacturers)  Settlement Agreements.  

Built forecasting/actuals analysis for Discounting using new policy/procedures on Shipments to Wholesale and Shipments to Retail.  Occurred during COVID along with current employee retirement with short timeframe for current process training.  

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