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Brandon Krasner

West Chester, PA

Summary

Adept at transforming financial and operational frameworks, I spearheaded a 15% variance reduction and enhanced forecasting accuracy at Albertsons Companies. Renowned for automating processes and mentoring teams, my expertise in budget forecasting and collaboration has significantly boosted efficiency and strategic decision-making.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Manager

Albertsons Companies (ACME, Safeway, Kings, & Bald
04.2005 - Current


  • I run real estate proformas analyses for store remodels, and potential new stores.
  • Designed and implemented advanced budgeting tools that facilitated variance analysis for 10+ departments, resulting in improved financial accuracy and a streamlined process for quarterly reporting, now completed in less time than previously done.
  • Orchestrated cross-departmental workshops to enhance forecasting techniques, achieving a notable improvement in accuracy and reducing variances by 15%, ultimately supporting strategic decision-making across the organization.
  • Launched a cross-departmental feedback mechanism involving monthly check-ins among finance personnel which enhanced communication flow between divisions, ultimately contributing towards better alignment on strategic objectives.
  • Established a data-informed labor planning framework that refined forecasting reliability, and modernized staffing processes across the enterprise, enhancing overall productivity and operational effectiveness through targeted insights.
  • Facilitated bi-weekly feedback sessions to foster a culture of continuous improvement; led to a 25% reduction in error rates across projects while enhancing overall team engagement and collaborative skills.
  • Launched an interactive training program focused on advanced Excel techniques tailored specifically for non-financial staff members; participation among employees grew rapidly, improving overall data literacy within six months.
  • 13 years of retail store experience through March, 2018 includes positions such as Person in Charge, Bookkeeper, Customer Service Manager, and Hiring & Training Manager.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Designed and implemented advanced budgeting tools that facilitated variance analysis for 10+ departments, resulting in improved financial accuracy and a streamlined process for quarterly reporting, now completed in less time than previously done.
  • Orchestrated cross-departmental workshops to enhance forecasting techniques, achieving a notable improvement in accuracy and reducing variances by 15%, ultimately supporting strategic decision-making across the organization.
  • Launched a cross-departmental feedback mechanism involving monthly check-ins among finance personnel which enhanced communication flow between divisions, ultimately contributing towards better alignment on strategic objectives.
  • Established a data-informed labor planning framework that refined forecasting reliability, and modernized staffing processes across the enterprise, enhancing overall productivity and operational effectiveness through targeted insights.
  • Facilitated bi-weekly feedback sessions to foster a culture of continuous improvement; led to a 25% reduction in error rates across projects while enhancing overall team engagement and collaborative skills.
  • Launched an interactive training program focused on advanced Excel techniques tailored specifically for non-financial staff members; participation among employees grew rapidly, improving overall data literacy within six months.
  • 13 years of retail store experience through March, 2018 includes positions such as Person in Charge, Bookkeeper, Customer Service Manager, and Hiring & Training Manager.
  • Revamped the entire fresh inventory process for all stores which changed the way all store and field staff took inventory and submitted inventory adjustments. Included in this, I also developed guides on how to analyze the inventory data and related P&L metrics
  • Successfully assisted with the successful conversion of the company-wide accounting system from Lawson to Oracle Cloud.
  • Continually supported all areas of the business to create various reports, macros, etc to transform the way our people work and analyze data. There have been countless times that I created a report or analysis that saved somebody time in their job duties. I am well known for automating reports and files for many people and departments in the organization, saving countless hours of valuable time for people of all levels of the organization
  • Completely changed the way we handle our budgeting process in the company, and developed many upload templates for various P&L budget lines. Like many other things, I heavily automated this process as well, saving countless hours each quarter when we are budgeting various items.
  • Became the "go-to" person for almost anything anyone had a question on. I am the person that always knows who to direct people to, in order to get things done. I pride myself on knowing the ins and outs of the business, and who is in each role
  • Revamped the forecasting process in order to quickly provide and receive data from multiple other departments within the organization. Also automated many parts of this process as well.
  • Completely changed the way we budget and forecast labor spending through the use of automated analyses and reports. This has saved precious time when trying to budget for ~300 stores and about a dozen departments within each store.
  • Mentoring the analysts on my team to achieve common goals, keep them investing and interested in the business and work, and help them grow in their careers.
  • Developed a training program for all store and office staff on how to read, understand, and ask questions about the P&L.

Investor Reporting Analyst

AccessLex Institute
09.2015 - 03.2018
  • Provided support during audits, ensuring all documentation was readily available and accurate.
  • Consistently met deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality reports to stakeholders.
  • Played a key role in investor relations by consistently providing accurate, timely, and relevant information to stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and relevancy of reported information.
  • Analyzed 20+ student loan asset-backed securities, delivering comprehensive reports that revealed key financial metrics and identified trends, enhancing transparency and supporting informed strategic decision-making for the investment team.
  • Spearheaded the monthly financial reporting process by automating data extraction and report generation, reducing turnaround time by 40% and enhancing accuracy in financial presentations to the Board of Directors.
  • Streamlined payroll processing for over 50 employees, ensuring 100% accuracy in payroll tax calculations, which enhanced compliance and eliminated discrepancies during audits and promoted processing efficiency.
  • I was originally hired as a Staff Accountant, and managed the payroll process. Working together with HR, I was able to simplify and partially automate the payroll process. Previously, it involved a very manual review process to make sure everything was calculated and updated correctly
  • I showed an interest in financial reporting, and a position was created for me (Financial Accounting Analyst) to help build up my skills. In this newly created role, I was tasked with generating a snapshot of the Balance Sheet, P&L, and writing the associated commentary in order to create a quarterly report for the Board of Directors. In this role, I gained tremendous experience with learning how to read and analyze financial statements, and write commentary based off of those in a way that is geared toward someone on a Board of Directors.
  • When I moved into my final role with this company as an Investor Reporting Analyst, I was tasked with creating an Excel workbook w/macros to keep track of the company's student loan portfolio, and its financials related to the underlying securities. We were using a program from Moody's called Lewtan at the time, and the cost was too high for the company to renew. So, I was able to create workbook for each loan, and created a lot of automation which ultimately served as the replacement to Lewtan. This also saved time of having to navigate and use the old software as well, as the new process w/the Excel files became pretty automated.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail while reviewing financial statements, ensuring correct calculations were made before distribution.
  • Proactively identified potential areas for improvement within current workflows, recommending solutions as appropriate.
  • Maintained a strong understanding of industry trends, keeping abreast of changes that may impact reporting requirements or methodologies.
  • Implemented new software tools designed to streamline data gathering processes; increased efficiency across departments as a result.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry best practices and emerging trends in financial analysis/reporting techniques.

Accounting, Mortgage Administrator

Pettinaro Construction Co., Inc
09.2013 - 09.2015
  • Efficiently managed pipeline of loans from origination to closing, ensuring smooth transactions.
  • Ensured compliance with regulations, conducting thorough audits on loan documents.
  • Handled sensitive client information securely, adhering to strict data privacy policies.
  • Navigated complex financial scenarios skillfully, developing viable mortgage options for challenging cases.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of loans, ensuring timely payments and minimal delinquency rates.
  • Assisted in the development of new lending products, contributing to increased company revenue.
  • Developed a systematic budgeting approach for a diverse portfolio of 450 commercial and 2,000 residential tenants; this approach resulted in enhanced operational efficiency and improved financial outcomes across the property management division.
  • Revamped the invoice approval workflow by standardizing cost code assignments and implementing automated reminders, leading to a 30% reduction in invoice discrepancies and maximized accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Implemented a centralized database for mortgage payments and lender documentation, improving accessibility for team members and ensuring that critical information was available to over 10 stakeholders in real-time.
  • Revamped the entire Accounts Payable process, resulting in reduced discrepancies, and a much quicker payment turnaround time. Previously, invoices would sit for up to a month before being paid. I was able to get the process for getting an invoice paid down to about just 2 business days or less, depending on the volume.
  • Created an Excel workbook detailing all mortgages the company held with complete details about each such as various terms, milestone dates for various things such as escrow, prepayment, etc. Prior to this, everything was on paper in an individual binder for each loan.
  • Collaborated with loan officers to develop tailored mortgage solutions for clients'' unique needs.
  • Optimized workflow within the department by regularly updating internal procedures and guidelines.
  • Consistently met monthly sales targets by fostering strong rapport with clients and referral sources.
  • Streamlined mortgage application processes by implementing efficient tracking and reporting systems.
  • Supported underwriters in their decision-making process by providing accurate documentation and information.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting

Strayer University
09.2018

Bachelor of Science - Finance

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
05.2013

Skills

Budget Forecasting

Financial Budgeting

Customer Satisfaction

Internal Controls

Portfolio Management

Data Interpretation

Accounting Principles

Teamwork and Collaboration

Financial and operational reporting

Document Review

Client Confidentiality

Pipeline Management

Timeline

Investor Reporting Analyst

AccessLex Institute
09.2015 - 03.2018

Accounting, Mortgage Administrator

Pettinaro Construction Co., Inc
09.2013 - 09.2015

Finance Manager

Albertsons Companies (ACME, Safeway, Kings, & Bald
04.2005 - Current

Master of Science - Accounting

Strayer University

Bachelor of Science - Finance

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

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