Melissa Schwartz

Director of Finance @Foran Glennon Palandech Ponzi & Rudloff

Chicago, IL, US

Foran Glennon is an international insurance litigation firm. Since 2001, we have provided sophisticated legal services in a cost-effective manner. With deep roots in the insurance industry, we have evolved over the years to provide full-service counseling to insurance companies, architecture and engineering firms, and other businesses worldwide.As the Director of Finance, I lead and manage all accounting and billing functions and initiatives, including the design and organizational structure, to ensure adequate resources for achieving the department\'s goals and objectives. Collaborate with the Executive Director and the Board to gain institutional knowledge and solicit buy-in for the transformations needed. Modernizing all billing and accounting processes. Manage the implementation and deployment of a reimbursement module in Paylocity while successfully integrating payroll journal entry upload files to be imported into Juris. Developed Excel templates for month-end financial and billing reports, enhancing accuracy and operational efficiency. Mentor team members to foster innovative thinking and professional growth. Identified strategic initiatives that will contribute to increased profitability and revenue growth.

Governors State University

Master of Business Administration

Governors State University

Bachelor of Science in Accounting; Minor in Business Administration