Holly Palmer
About Holly Palmer
Holly Palmer is a Senior Manager Finance Systems at Benson Hill, where she has worked since 2021. She has a strong background in finance, having previously held positions at Stifel Financial Corp., Scottrade, and Wells Fargo Advisors, and holds multiple degrees in business and accounting.
Current Role at Benson Hill
Holly Palmer serves as the Senior Manager Finance Systems at Benson Hill since 2021. In this role, she has implemented financial systems improvements that have enhanced reporting accuracy and efficiency. Her expertise in financial systems contributes to the overall effectiveness of the finance department, ensuring that financial data is managed and reported accurately.
Previous Experience at Stifel Financial Corp.
Prior to her current position, Holly worked at Stifel Financial Corp. as the Financial Planning and Systems Manager from 2016 to 2021. During her five years in this role, she was responsible for overseeing financial planning processes and managing systems that supported financial operations in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Background in Financial Analysis
Holly Palmer has a solid background in financial analysis, having worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Scottrade from 2014 to 2016. In this position, she utilized her analytical skills to support financial decision-making and reporting. Additionally, she worked as a Financial Consultant at Wells Fargo Advisors from 2012 to 2014, further enhancing her expertise in financial management.
Educational Qualifications
Holly Palmer holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. She also earned a Master's degree in Business Administration from Missouri Baptist University between 2008 and 2010. Furthermore, she obtained a Graduate Accounting Certificate from the University of Phoenix in 2013, which complements her financial expertise.
Financial Systems Expertise
Holly has developed proficiency in Oracle Hyperion Essbase and Hyperion SmartView, which are essential tools for financial analysis and reporting. At Benson Hill, she created a comprehensive operating budget model that is now utilized as a standard across multiple departments, showcasing her ability to enhance financial processes.