Lisa Haenisch
Chicago
Summary
Accomplished business leader with a track record of successful budget forecasting and expense control. Known for leveraging data analytics to drive informed decision-making and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Gary Lee Partners / Chai Ming Studios
Chicago
03.2014 - Current
Business Manager
OKW Architects
Chicago
06.2008 - 02.2014
- Developed strategic plans to optimize operational efficiency in projects.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined administrative functions.
- Maintained financial records, prepared budgets, and monitored expenditures across multiple departments for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared monthly financial statements for review by executive leadership team.
- Created comprehensive onboarding processes and activities to acclimate new hires.
- Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and partners.
- Utilized data analytics to inform decision-making and identify areas for improvement.
- Set and monitored performance metrics to evaluate and improve business operations.
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes to ensure financial health.
Business Manager, Associate
The Environemnts Group
Chicago
05.2001 - 07.2007
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration and communication.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline business operations and reduce costs.
- Established partnerships with vendors to strengthen supply chain management.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between different teams within the organization through regular meetings.
- Recommended process improvements that would reduce costs while increasing productivity.
- Reviewed existing contracts with vendors and suppliers to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes to ensure financial health.
Accounting Manager
Ketchm Public Relations
Chicago
07.1994 - 04.2000
- Managed budget preparation and tracked expenses for client campaigns, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
- Managed financial reporting and analysis for public relations projects.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently.
- Reconciled bank statements to ensure accurate financial records.
- Maintained general ledger entries and ensured integrity of data.
- Prepared financial reports for management review regularly.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audit processes.
- Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records.
- Generated invoices for clients and tracked payments received from customers.
- Resolved billing discrepancies with vendors or customers promptly.
- Posted journal entries to the general ledger system accurately and timely.
- Verified accuracy of vendor invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
Education
Mini-MBA Course - Business
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University
Chicago01-2016
Bachelor of Arts - History
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL01-1994
Skills
- Project management
- Financial analysis
- Budget forecasting
- Data analytics
- Strategic planning
- Change management
- Operational efficiency
- Expense control
- Goal planning
- Leadership development
- Relationship management
Timeline
Principal
Gary Lee Partners / Chai Ming Studios
03.2014 - Current
Business Manager
OKW Architects
06.2008 - 02.2014
Business Manager, Associate
The Environemnts Group
05.2001 - 07.2007
Accounting Manager
Ketchm Public Relations
07.1994 - 04.2000
Mini-MBA Course - Business
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Loyola University of Chicago