Matthew C. Vanderbilt

Expertise

Data Expertise

Highly analytical and outcome-focused with extensive experience managing, educating, and performing complex financial, mathematical, and statistical data analytics, modeling, and forecasting. Specialized background in highly regulated accounting, with experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, drafting expert testimony and legal briefs, and building consensus in multi-party negotiations through relationship-management strengths. Adept in the application of GAAP principles and internal auditing standards. Advanced technical strengths, having repeatedly developed and maintained various financial, engineering, and other data tools, systems, databases, and applications to enhance profitability, revenue management, reporting, and compliance. Key expertise in streamlining and automating systems and processes.

Academic Information

Degrees & Credentials

Master of Science in Business Analytics with Distinction
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
Associate of Arts, Humanities
Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt (SDG&E)

Graduate Courses Taught

USD ADS-500A: Probability & Statistics for Data Science
USD MSHA-590: Data Visualization & Analytics
NU ANA-600: Fundamentals of Analytics
NU ANA-605: Analytics Models & Data Systems

Summary

Throughout my 25-year career focused on business and operational intelligence, I have demonstrated leadership in financial management and reporting in both the for-profit and academic/non-profit realms, auditing and oversight, budgeting, variance analysis, and statistical forecast modeling. My background includes progressive advancement culminating in my current positions. Applying finely honed analysis, communication, and technical strengths, I have made significant contributions to ensuring effective financial performance and promoting total accountability. Specific skill and qualifications that have contributed to my success in dedication of corporate missions include:

  • Broad technical proficiencies, with proven talent for leading the creation of systems, tools, models, and simulations for analyzing, tracking, reviewing, and reporting compliance;
  • Excellent project and team management strengths, expertly guiding projects from initiation to completion while meeting deadlines, managing stakeholder expectations, and mentoring personnel;
  • Knowledge of budget development and administration; internal control evaluation and refinement; audit planning, execution, and remediation activities; and
  • Experience coordinating across business levels to report findings, provide strategic advice, and contribute to decision-making processes.

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