Teri Kelly

About Teri Kelly

Dynamic finance leader with 20+ years of experience driving global accounting operations, compliance, and transformation initiatives. Proven track record of zero audit deficiencies, successful ERP implementations, and measurable efficiency gains. Recognized for building high-performing teams, fostering inclusion, and delivering operational excellence across complex organizations. Expertise spans SOX compliance, GAAP reporting, SAP/Oracle Cloud/PeopleSoft/BlackLine deployment, and process automation. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, leveraging process improvement methodologies to optimize workflows and enhance efficiency. Passionate about mentoring talent and enabling global finance strategies that enhance stakeholder value. Short-term goal: advance to Director-level leadership with an inclusive mindset and focus on operational excellence. Long-term aspiration: build and support a scalable global accounting function with expanded responsibilities, driving continuous improvement and global impact.

Experience

1. Senior Manager Finance Accounting

   Gilead Sciences

   Apr 2021 — Present · Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, US

   Led SAP (Bluestream) and BlackLine implementation, including design, testing, and training; closed first quarter in SAP with streamlined processes.Maintained zero SOX and audit findings for 5 consecutive years, including successful external audits and RCM walkthroughs.Reduced month-end close cycle time through standardized cutoff processes, MEC checklist, and automation (RPA for JE uploads).Achieved 90%+ reconciliation quality scores and PwC recognition for best practice in MRE documentation.Implemented auto-certification for FA subledger reconciliations in BlackLine, ensuring SOX compliance and efficiency.Served as Interim Director for RTR in 2025, guiding team through year-end close and audit with zero deficiencies.Managed global transitions: lift-and-shift of GFS operations to Raleigh and later transition of RTR functions to Cork, ensuring continuity and compliance.Mentored team members, enabling promotions and achieving 72%+ inclusion index; led IDP programs and quarterly development sessions.Awards: CFO Leadership Award (Runner-up), Key Contributor LTI Award, VAW Award for CFO EDC contributions.

Education

• Florida Atlantic University

  BBA Finance

• Florida Atlantic University

  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Financial Analysis
• Editing
• Customer Service
• Project Management
• Budgeting
• System Administration
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Retail
• Microsoft Word
• Business Process Improvement
• Financial Reporting
• Process Improvement
• Budgets
• Accounting
• Team Building
• Management
• Leadership
• Inventory Management
• Forecasting
• Training
• Public Speaking