Melissa C.
About Melissa C.
Melissa C. is a Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis at American Tower, with over 13 years of experience in financial management. She previously held various roles at BNY Mellon, including Vice President and Senior Financial Analyst, and has a strong educational background in finance.
Current Role at American Tower
Melissa C. serves as the Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis (FPA) at American Tower, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing financial planning processes, budgeting, and forecasting. Her expertise in financial reporting contributes to the strategic decision-making within the organization. Prior to this role, she worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at American Tower from 2019 to 2021, where she further developed her skills in financial analysis.
Previous Experience at BNY Mellon
Melissa C. has extensive experience at BNY Mellon, where she held several positions over a span of more than a decade. She served as Vice President - Asset Servicing LOB Controller IV from 2017 to 2018 and as Vice President - Asset Servicing LOB Controller II from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she worked as a Wealth Management Senior Financial Analyst from 2011 to 2015 and as an Accounting & Reporting Senior Supervisor from 2005 to 2011. Her roles involved significant responsibilities in financial oversight and reporting.
Education and Expertise
Melissa C. holds a Master's degree in Financial Planning from Bentley University - McCallum Graduate School of Business, which she completed from 2006 to 2008. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from the University of New Hampshire Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics, graduating in 2005. Her educational background supports her over 13 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
Professional Skills
Melissa C. is recognized for her strong analytical and organizational skills. She has expertise in accounts reconciliation and month-end close processes. Her decision-making abilities, combined with effective communication and leadership skills, enable her to identify problems and implement cost-effective business solutions. These competencies have been integral to her success in various financial roles.
Mentorship and Leadership Initiatives
During her tenure at BNY Mellon, Melissa C. participated in the WIN New England Mentoring Program from 2013 to 2014. She also served as a Global Facilitator for the VOICE initiative, which aimed to encourage open communication between employees and executives in Wealth Management Boston from 2012 to 2014. These experiences reflect her commitment to professional development and leadership within the financial services sector.