Laura Tomko

About Laura Tomko

Highly motivated, flexible, and fluid senior leader and results oriented CPA and CFE with 30 years of finance and accounting experience as a trusted cross functional advisor between Operations and Finance with global Fortune 500, publicly listed, private, and government industries. Results driven performer who demonstrates leadership by investing in developing and upskilling staff, analyzing financial results, and working closely with executive and senior management on solutions for cost reductions without sacrificing operational needs.Specialties:•Highly adaptable and flexible in complex dynamic environments with the ability to pivot quickly to push results across the finish line •Acts as a conduit between Finance and Operations to achieve AOP business objectives by meeting and exceeding targets•Enjoys partnering with Operations, Sales, and Business Development with diverse global organizations•Subject matter expert in financial reporting (income statement and balance sheet), strategic planning, revenue and expense budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and preparing audit support•Expert in vertical and horizontal analysis, gap analysis, KPI reporting, and cost allocations•Experience taking private companies public, collaborating with internal audit teams, preparing PBC support and walkthroughs for external financial statement audits (BIG 4 and regional)•Natural teacher, mentor, team builder, and motivator who thrives in challenging environments•Ability to add value and input for executive leadership through the AOP (Annual Operating Plan) and strategic planning process•Implement process improvements, offer potential solutions, and achieve cost savings•Over 10 years of experience directly managing professional financial analysts, accountants, utility analysts, AP, AR, and Contract Admins•Expert preparing and compiling complex consolidated and single entity financial statements•Ability to build strong relationships internally and externally and strive to empower colleagues•Subject matter expert in implementing and applying GAAP, GASB, regulatory compliance, policies, and SOX internal controls•Experienced in revenue recognition, inventory, and lease standards

Experience

1. Financial Manager Ii

   Austin Energy

   Apr 2022 — Present

   Manage, develop, and mentor a team of 5 financial analysts responsible for O&M field site support and CIP. Completed 2023 Principles of Leadership training.

Education

• Washington & Jefferson College

  Bachelor's Degree, Double Major: Accounting and Psychology