Rachel Wright

About Rachel Wright

I’m a seasoned accounting leader with over 10 years of experience in both public and corporate accounting, including high-level roles within publicly traded Fortune 500 companies. My career has been defined by a commitment to excellence, where I’ve built a strong reputation for cultivating relationships through mentorship, fostering trust, and consistently delivering timely, accurate financial results.My passion lies in tackling challenging projects and driving process improvement. I thrive on identifying inefficiencies and redesigning accounting processes to enhance operational efficiency, significantly reducing working hours and minimizing the risk of human error. In previous roles, I’ve led initiatives that not only streamlined workflows but also empowered teams to focus on higher-value tasks, contributing to the overall success and financial health of the organization.In addition to my core accounting expertise, I have extensive experience in FP & A, including annual budgeting and forecasting. I’ve successfully developed and implemented comprehensive budgeting strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while optimizing resource allocation. My FP & A work has involved in-depth financial forecasting, variance analysis, and providing actionable insights to support executive decision-making and long-term strategic planning.I also bring specialized experience in manufacturing and cost accounting, with a focus on complex manufacturing variance allocations. My work in this area has included managing complex variance allocations, analyzing cost drivers, and managing the accounting and budgeting processes for international and offshore manufacturing facilities. This global perspective has enabled me to support streamlined operations and enhance profitability across multiple locations.With a deep understanding of the complexities of accounting in both public and corporate settings, I bring a strategic approach to financial management, ensuring that processes are not only in compliance with GAAP, but also optimized for efficiency and growth.

Experience

1. ITG Brands

   Present

Education

• University of North Carolina at Greensboro

  Master’s Degree, Accounting

  2015 — 2016

• University of North Carolina at Greensboro

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting

  2012 — 2015