LYNNE BLACKWELL, MFP

1751 FM 1044, New Braunfels, TX 78130

Email:
Cell: (512) 557-6123
CAREER PROFILE
Accomplished Financial Professional with diverse experience in budget and planni
ng, financial and productivity analysis, human resources and operations. Known f
or strong analytical and problem solving skills, efficiency and performance mana
gement. Expertise includes financial planning, budget and analysis, employee ben
efits and compensation, process and system improvements.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
* Budget & planning, benchmark and analysis
* Policy and procedure development
* SOX compliance and efficiency enhancements
* Benefits and Compensation employee services
* Goal setting, review, and coaching for success
* Pay-for-performance program management
* Microsoft Office suite, ADP for PC, HRIS, and network databases
PROFESSIOrNAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Texas Mutual Insurance Company, Texas 2000 - 2010
Sr. Manager Corporate Services (2007 - 2010)
Managed staff, budget and operations for business support services, including Pa
yroll, Purchasing, Fleet Management, Contract Administration, Risk Management, C
orporate Services, and Corporate Card program.
* Enhanced efficiency through performance and objectives management.
* Assumed responsibilities for corporate services operations which were previous
ly assigned to a Vice President position.
* Enhanced service resources and self-service which reduced routine support call
s by 10%.
* Reduced operating cost by over $20K by upgrading equipment and software.
* Strengthened budget planning for Payroll and Fleet with consolidated analysis.
Benefits & Compensation Consultant (2002 - 2007)
Analyzed business and financial information, benchmark research for employee ben
efits and compensation. Developed recommendations for Human Resources decisions,
budget planning and efficiency, HRIS and Payroll projects and data integrity.
* Automated processes with Access databases for applicant tracking, professional
development, and Claims operations training, and improving merit and bonus anal
ysis.
* Played a key role in Human Resources projects, processes, and HRIS improvement
s, requirement definition, business design, testing, and user education.
Financial Analyst - Planning & Budget (2000-2002)
Administered the budget program, ensuring database integrity and continual enhan
cements. Provided analytical support throughout the organization. Researched and
resolved budget variances.
* Developed comprehensive budget guidelines and ensured consistent procedures th
rough staffing changes.
* Assumed additional responsibilities as financial analyst for Human Resources,
which led to the promotion to the position of Benefits and Compensation Consulta
nt.
JT INTERNATIONAL - AMERICAS EXPORTS, MIAMI, Florida 1998-1999
Financial Analyst (1998 to 1999)
Performed financial analysis and developed management reports for budget, P asse
t management of real estate properties; Accounts Payable and banking operations.
EDUCATION
MS, Management Information Systems, Tarleton State University, Stephenville, Tex
as
BS, Business Administration, The University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, Texa
s
CERTIFICATION
Master Financial Professional, MFP
American Institute of Financial Management