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MAIREAD MCINERNEY

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Summary

Adaptable, self-motivated and innovative Project Manager with over 13 years progressive experience in highly regulated environments. Strong practical and analytical mind set, with great attention to detail and the ability to build long-term relationships by establishing a high level of confidence and trust. Consistently achieves performance goals through enthusiasm and initiative, which complements knowledge and expertise in:

  • Leadership
  • Risk Management
  • Change Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Business Analysis
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Commercial Acumen
  • Strategic Planning

Experienced with managing large-scale programs and leading cross-functional teams. Utilizes strategic planning to streamline processes and achieve objectives. Track record of effective stakeholder communication and problem-solving.

Results-driven professional specializing in program management, known for delivering successful outcomes and fostering collaborative environments. Recognized for strategic planning and problem-solving abilities, consistently meeting and exceeding goals. Relied upon to adapt to changing needs and ensure team alignment.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Program Manager, Global Finance Transformation

Amazon
02.2024 - Current
  • Core Achievements:
  • Currently leading Global, Cross Functional programs for Global Finance Transformation Teams for data streamlining and report automation.
  • Identification of SOX governance policies within Datanet Migration project which required controls review and delivering analysis to stakeholders which changed project scope. This was achieved by close partnership with GFRC and SRA technical team who I worked with to redefine the project scope and quality to allow the project to continue in way that delivered a high quality product to the Customer.
  • Delivery of a key project for Andes 2.0 to 3.0 Migration which was a high priority business project in a short timeframe to mitigate risks to data for Global Accounting. This was delivered end to end in 8 weeks, ahead of schedule.
  • Generation of PMO templates for effective ways of working within the team including SIPOC Requirements Gathering template to assist team in gather project data at initiation stage to the correct level of detail.
  • Principal Duties:
  • Lead and manage programs across multiple organizations and teams across multiple geographies.
  • Interaction with Project Sponsors, Project Stakeholders and multiple accounting and technical teams to define and deliver solutions to complex challenges.
  • Ability to deep dive into problem statements and understand technical requirements to be able to effectively communicate what problem should be solved and how to solve it.
  • Anticipate bottlenecks, provide escalation management, anticipate and make trade-offs, and balance the business needs versus technical constraints.
  • Create, maintain and disseminate project information to stakeholders via project communication planning and communicate project issues and status in a concise, accurate, and professional manner
  • Drive effective teamwork, communication, collaboration and commitment across multiple disparate groups with competing priorities.
  • Build and maintain integrated project schedules that account for internal/external dependencies, numerous constraints and consideration of risk while still showing bias for action
  • Remain flexible to changing priorities, open to new ideas and have Amazon’s success firmly in focus in line with Amazon’s Leadership Principles.
  • Create a collaborative environment within project teams to foster creativity to be able to deliver flexible, scalable solutions that meet Customers needs.
  • Led cross-functional teams to execute program initiatives and achieve strategic objectives.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans to align resources and timelines with organizational goals.
  • Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather requirements, provide updates, and promote collaboration.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced project delivery times.
  • Mentored junior team members on best practices in program management methodologies and tools.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making processes.
  • Facilitated stakeholder communication, leading to improved alignment between business objectives and program goals.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products within scope and budget constraints.
  • Established clear performance metrics for tracking program success, enabling informed decision-making processes throughout each project''s duration.
  • Led process improvement initiatives by conducting thorough analyses of existing workflows, identifying bottlenecks and redundancies that hindered progress toward established targets.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify potential issues early in the project lifecycle, mitigating potential delays or setbacks.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, driving efficiency gains across all projects.
  • Spearheaded change management efforts during organizational transitions, minimizing disruption while maintaining focus on key objectives.

Project Manager (2017 – 2023), Snr. Analyst EMEA Finance Operations (2016 – 2017), Grants Claims Analyst (2015 – 2016)

BioMarin
10.2015 - 05.2023
  • Core Achievements:
  • Led a project on territory expansion, including sourcing of new distribution partners, set-up of supply chain processes and regulatory compliance with government regulations
  • Led a change project for the set-up of new payroll partners across EMEA, including full integrations to allow for data flow between old systems, new partners and finance resulting in reduced compliance risks and increased efficiency
  • Successfully managed 15+ RPA automations across all areas to reduce manual repetitive work, time savings and a reduction to faults
  • Led a project in Brazil, which covered the replacement of all tax reporting software to allow for a cloud-based approach to ensure financial oversight and compliance
  • Principal Duties:
  • Project Manager
  • Responsible for all parts of project planning, including setting of key milestones, parameters and dependencies
  • Lead and manage projects in areas of manufacturing, supply chain, order to cash, source to pay, HR and budgets to ensure a reduction of compliance risks
  • Continuously align project scopes, escalate concerns around change management and documentation requirements to ensure regulatory compliance
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure functional area resources are sufficient to achieve strategic goals and objectives
  • Manage project risks and issues, escalating when deemed necessary
  • Ensure Sprints (Quality Project Management System) are used, when possible, in alignment with agile environment requirements
  • Introduce, lead and influence change management initiatives with stakeholders addressing issues for performance enhancement and capability increase
  • Drive risk mitigation as required to protect supply for key strategic products
  • Utilize PMO processes to devise documentation and reporting as per company’s regulations
  • Consolidate supply and inventory planning through development of process relevant and innovative tools enabling consolidation across all networks
  • Analyse business, financial and HR reports extracting insights for future adjustments
  • Resolve proactively issues with contracts and commercial operations, provide policy development and enforcement content
  • Communicate and engage with contract parties ensuring transparency of financial aspects
  • Snr. Analyst EMA Finance Operations
  • Managed the end-to-end employee reimbursement process including accounting
  • Managed and maintained stakeholder engagement to ensure governance
  • Performed necessary research, communication, follow-up actions and closure activities related to observations during employee expense report reviews
  • Prepared and reviewed various reports and analyses for purposes of monitoring employee reimbursement activity
  • Supported the reporting and analysis needs of the wider business to facilitate oversight of policy compliance within their teams
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
  • Led project planning sessions to define scope, objectives, and deliverables.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
  • Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining costeffectiveness.
  • Oversaw implementation of new project management software, facilitating more efficient workflow and better project tracking.

Finance Business Analyst

Abtran
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends and support decision-making processes.
  • Developed and maintained financial models to forecast revenue and expenses.
  • Assisted in preparing comprehensive financial reports for management review.
  • Recommended process improvements that increased operational efficiency within finance functions.
  • Improved financial forecasting accuracy by conducting in-depth data analysis and implementing advanced modeling techniques.
  • Played a key role in the successful completion of multiple projects, consistently meeting or exceeding project deadlines and deliverables while adhering to budget constraints.
  • Optimized cash management processes, leading to reduced operational costs and improved working capital positions.
  • Worked with application and technical experts on solution design, implementation, support, maintenance and enhancement of information systems.
  • Partnered with business functions to define, determine, analyze, document and communicated objectives, business requirements and priorities for information systems and solutions.
  • Worked closely with auditors during annual audits, facilitating smooth completion of audit engagements with no significant findings or adjustments needed.
  • Managed month-end close processes efficiently, ensuring timely completion of financial statements with minimal errors.
  • Interacted with internal customers to understand business needs and translate into requirements and project scope.

Fixed Assets and Reconciliation Officer

NSW Department of Commerce
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Supported compliance audits by preparing documentation and organizing records for review.
  • Assisted in policy development by conducting research and summarizing findings for stakeholder meetings.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
  • Streamlined report writing processes, allowing for quicker turnover and more accurate record-keeping.
  • Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.

Senior AP Analyst/Treasury Assistant

GlaxoSmithKline Trading Services
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining data analysis processes and implementing automation tools.
  • Streamlined reporting procedures by creating user-friendly dashboards for easy access to key performance indicators.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction rates through detailed analysis of customer feedback data and subsequent improvements in service offerings.
  • Reduced errors in data entry, instituting rigorous quality control checks.
  • Optimized operational efficiency by redesigning workflow processes.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Contributed to risk assessment activities by analyzing currency fluctuations and market trends.
  • Enhanced cash flow management by monitoring daily bank balances and performing timely fund transfers.

GRNI Analyst

GlaxoSmithKline Trading Services
2006 - 01.2008
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
  • Trained junior analysts on data analysis techniques and best practices.
  • Enhanced report accuracy, conducting thorough data audits on regular basis.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and quality standards.
  • Streamlined data collection methods to improve speed and accuracy of analysis.

Education

Project Management Diploma - Level 8/9

MTU
01.2023

Skills

  • Oracle R12 E-Business / OBIEE, OFA, DataCentral, Report Central, HCM, SAP, Exchequer, Concur, JD Edwards Software, Hyperion
  • SAP, SAGE, Timberline, Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project
  • Project leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Scope management
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Change management
  • Agile methodology
  • Software development lifecycle
  • Business analysis
  • Risk control
  • Negotiation and conflict resolution
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving skills

References

Impeccable references available on request

Certification

  • 2021 Kaizen Leader Training
  • 2017 Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  • 2009 Six Sigma Green Belt

Timeline

Senior Program Manager, Global Finance Transformation

Amazon
02.2024 - Current

Project Manager (2017 – 2023), Snr. Analyst EMEA Finance Operations (2016 – 2017), Grants Claims Analyst (2015 – 2016)

BioMarin
10.2015 - 05.2023

Finance Business Analyst

Abtran
01.2010 - 01.2015

Fixed Assets and Reconciliation Officer

NSW Department of Commerce
01.2009 - 01.2010

Senior AP Analyst/Treasury Assistant

GlaxoSmithKline Trading Services
01.2008 - 01.2009

GRNI Analyst

GlaxoSmithKline Trading Services
2006 - 01.2008

Project Management Diploma - Level 8/9

MTU

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