Laura J. Carlson

m & a Integration Director @MGT

Tampa, FL, US

Spearheaded cross-functional M&A financial and accounting transactions, collaborating effectively with diverse business teams.• Managed comprehensive due diligence processes, coordinating with multiple functional groups and external partners to ensure thorough evaluation.• Developed and maintained dynamic presentation materials for key stakeholders, including board members, executives, and investors.• Designed and implemented a systematic tracker to oversee earn-out schedules for acquisitions, ensuring adherence to full term agreements.• Conducted regular financial performance reviews for executive leadership, focusing on the tracking of synergies and operational efficiencies.• Collaborated with business units to identify and strategize on filling FP & A gaps, enhancing overall business operations and financial planning.• Created detailed financial models for industry benchmarking, peer comparison, and macroeconomic forecasting, providing strategic insights.• Monitored and analyzed industry trends and opportunities using Grata, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic planning.• Led ad hoc implementations of enterprise applications, such as Concur and Deal Room, to streamline processes and improve organizational efficiency.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Master of Science - MS

UAB Collat School of Business

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)