Nelson G.
About Nelson G.
Nelson G. serves as the Senior Director of Finance (FP&A) at Advance Auto Parts, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in finance, having held various leadership roles across multiple organizations, including significant positions at Advance Auto Parts, Kellogg Company, and Stanley Black & Decker.
Work at Advance Auto Parts
Nelson G. currently serves as the Senior Director of Finance (FP&A) at Advance Auto Parts, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on financial planning and analysis, contributing to the company's strategic financial decisions. Prior to this position, he worked at Advance Auto Parts in various finance roles, including Director of Working Capital & Capital Planning from 2018 to 2020 and Director of Working Capital from 2017 to 2018. His tenure at Advance Auto Parts spans several years, showcasing his commitment to the organization.
Education and Expertise
Nelson G. earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Radford University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in finance. He possesses expertise in social and emotional intelligence, public speaking, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity. His skills include building relationships and operational execution, with a strong focus on remote leadership and problem-solving.
Background in Finance
Nelson G. has a diverse background in finance, having held various positions across multiple organizations. He worked at Bank of America as an Operations Representative from 2001 to 2003. He then transitioned to Kellogg Company, where he served as Manager of Cost Accounting from 2003 to 2009 and later as Controller from 2009 to 2011. His experience also includes roles at Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., where he was Senior Manager of Finance Operations and Manager of Finance. Additionally, he worked at Resolute Forest Products as Director of Finance from 2015 to 2017.
Achievements in Financial Leadership
Nelson G. has demonstrated a deep success in recommending major financial decisions to C-Suite leadership and Boards of global organizations. At Advance Auto Parts, he stepped into a newly created role focusing on working capital improvements to drive free cash flow. He has optimized payables, receivables, and inventory processes to enhance cash flow, showcasing his ability to influence financial performance positively.