Margareta Caran-Maxin
Gilbert
Summary
Analytical and detail-oriented finance professional with proven success in accounting, financial analysis, cash and treasury operations, AR/AP, and payroll. Adept at delivering data-driven insights, supporting audits, and partnering cross-functionally to improve reporting, forecasting, and compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
The RealReal
07.2023 - 02.2025
- Managed payroll for 3,000+ employees and ensured compliance with internal controls and labor regulations.
- Led monthly close activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Built and maintained dynamic financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
- Partnered with FP&A to prepare budgets, analyze spending trends, and provide insights for cost control.
- Delivered monthly budget vs. actual (BvA) reports and executive dashboards to leadership.
- Supported scenario planning, ROI analysis, and business case evaluations for new initiatives.
- Collaborated with IT to streamline reporting tools for enhanced data visualization and KPI tracking.
- Prepared materials for executive leadership presentations and audit reviews.
Accountant, Cash – Treasury
Horizon Therapeutics
Deerfield
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed daily cash positioning and short-term liquidity reporting across multiple bank accounts and entities.
- Prepared and maintained rolling 13-week cash flow forecasts and variance commentary.
- Executed and tracked intercompany loans, FX transactions, and global cash settlements.
- Processed ACH, wire transfers, and manual payments with full compliance to SOX/internal controls.
- Supported cash pooling and optimization strategies to enhance liquidity management.
- Worked with banking partners to open/close/maintain accounts and ensure compliance with KYC requirements.
- Assisted with covenant tracking and documentation for corporate debt agreements.
- Participated in audit support and treasury process automation initiatives.
AR/AP Analyst
Graham Enterprise Inc.
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Managed full-cycle AR/AP including invoice processing, payment application, and reconciliations.
- Monitored aging reports, followed up on overdue receivables, and reduced DSO.
- Prepared vendor payments, ensured timely disbursements, and resolved invoice discrepancies.
- Performed month-end close duties, including accruals and account reconciliations.
- Processed EFT, ACH, and credit card payments while adhering to internal controls and GAAP.
- Assisted with 1099 reporting preparation and year-end compliance tasks.
Meeting Compliance Specialist
Shire Pharmaceuticals
Bannockburn
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Oversaw compliance for HCP and patient events, ensuring alignment with company policy.
- Maintained complete and auditable documentation in internal compliance systems.
- Trained vendors on Shire’s reporting system (Shire4Compliance) and monitored reporting accuracy.
Communications Coordinator
Baxalta - Shire Pharmaceuticals
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Coordinated regional educational events for patients and HCPs, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Negotiated vendor contracts, managed event budgets, and reported on financial outcomes.
- Analyzed financial impact of events and provided recommendations to support cost-efficiency.
Education
Doctorate - Financial Accounting
West University of Timisoara
12.2015
Master’s - Finance and Financial Strategies
West University of Timisoara
07.2012
Bachelor’s - Banking and Financing
West University of Timisoara
07.2010
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Budget analysis
- Forecasting techniques
- Management accounting
- Account reconciliation expert
- Account reconciliation
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Management accounting
- SAP, Workday, NetSuite, Blackline, Salesforce, AuditBoard, DeskPlus, JPM Access, Interact
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, Word, Outlook
- SharePoint, Laserfiche, Shire4Compliance, Shire Select
References
Available upon request
Core Competencies
- Financial Analysis & Modeling
- Cash & Treasury Operations
- Payroll Administration
- Accounts Receivable & Payable
- Variance & KPI Analysis
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Audit Support & Compliance
- ERP Systems (SAP, Workday, NetSuite)
Timeline
Accountant
The RealReal
07.2023 - 02.2025
Accountant, Cash – Treasury
Horizon Therapeutics
05.2022 - 07.2023
AR/AP Analyst
Graham Enterprise Inc.
04.2018 - 06.2018
Meeting Compliance Specialist
Shire Pharmaceuticals
02.2017 - 07.2017
Communications Coordinator
Baxalta - Shire Pharmaceuticals
11.2016 - 02.2017
Doctorate - Financial Accounting
West University of Timisoara
Master’s - Finance and Financial Strategies
West University of Timisoara
Bachelor’s - Banking and Financing
West University of Timisoara
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