Rebecca Cameron
Roseville
Summary
Dynamic Project Management and Finance Specialist with a proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve short- and long-term project objectives. Expertise in budget management and cost monitoring ensures timely project delivery within financial constraints. Adept at leveraging analytical skills to drive efficiency and optimize resource allocation, contributing to overall project success. Committed to fostering a results-oriented environment that promotes strategic planning and effective execution.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PROJECT AND FINANCE SPECIALIST
Land O'Lakes
01.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to develop effective strategies for managing project finances.
- Led the annual development of a $20 million department operating budget and a $6 million capital budget.
- Prepared reports for managers to track financial performance over time and identify trends in operating performance.
- Maintained an organized system of records including documents such as contracts, invoices and change orders.
- Provided administrative support and workplace training to team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Communicated with vendors to discuss project objectives and requirements.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments to ensure successful implementation of projects, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize.
- Reported project progress and updates to key stakeholders.
- Served as a liaison between Real Estate, Facilities and Finance for budget development and capital project approvals.
- Served as the team subject matter expert for SAP Ariba.
- Led economic incentive initiatives by securing over $1 million in training grant funding, demonstrating results-oriented performance.
- Implemented procedures for tracking and recording fixed assets acquisitions, dispositions, and transfers.
PROJECT COORDINATOR
Tek Systems
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Supported nationwide site development projects for a major wireless network provider.
- Engaged with vendors and suppliers to obtain quotes for materials needed for projects.
- Prepared purchase orders ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Accelerated purchase order workflows by implementing process improvements that reduced turnaround time and improved project delivery speed.
- Verified lease agreements and ensured contractual compliance across multiple active site builds.
- Partnered with project managers to monitor construction schedules, prioritize urgent tasks, and meet critical procurement deadlines, showcasing strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize.
ACCOUNTANT
Jorie Healthcare
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Maintained detailed records of all financial transactions including journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy in the general ledger.
- Performed reconciliations between bank accounts and internal ledgers, supporting month-end close activities.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely payments of invoices and contributing to healthy cash flow.
- Developed monthly closing procedures to ensure timely completion of month-end close activities.
- Recovered $25 thousand in past due receivables, demonstrating strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - FINANCE
Bethel University
Arden Hills, MN11.2020
Skills
- Accounting and Financial Analysis
- Strategic financial planning
- Invoice processing
- Project management
- Cost management
- Budget preparation
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Excellent communication skills
- Account reconciliation
- Ability to problem solve complex issues
- General ledger entries
- Data analysis
- Budget analysis
- SAP Ariba
- Detail and results oriented
- Excel
- Stakeholder management
- Vendor management
- Procuring funding
Timeline
PROJECT AND FINANCE SPECIALIST
Land O'Lakes
01.2020 - Current
PROJECT COORDINATOR
Tek Systems
01.2019 - 09.2019
ACCOUNTANT
Jorie Healthcare
11.2017 - 12.2018
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - FINANCE
Bethel University