Karen Jamieson
About Karen Jamieson
Karen Jamieson is a Purchasing & Costing Controller at Faurecia in Columbus, Indiana, with over 17 years of experience in the role. She has a background in project coordination and accounting, along with expertise in managing travel arrangements and financial data analysis.
Work at Faurecia
Karen Jamieson has been employed at Faurecia as a Purchasing & Costing Controller since 2007. In this role, she is responsible for monitoring budgets and preparing graphical representations of financial data. She utilizes the JDE system to manage accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks. Additionally, she engages in data-entry and financial statement preparation using the Hyperion Accounting system. Her responsibilities also include coordinating calendars and arranging meetings, dinners, and special events.
Previous Experience at ArvinMeritor
Prior to her tenure at Faurecia, Karen Jamieson worked at ArvinMeritor as a Project Coordinator from 2002 to 2007. During her five years in this position, she gained experience in project management and coordination, which contributed to her skill set in managing complex tasks and supporting team efforts.
Education and Expertise
Karen Jamieson studied at Ivy Tech Community College, where she earned an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems from 2003 to 2006. She also attended Ball State University, where she studied Accounting for one year from 1980 to 1981. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both information systems and financial management.
Document Control Coordinator Role
In her earlier career, Karen served as a Document Control Coordinator for QS-9000. In this role, she created procedures and provided administrative support for engineers. This experience enhanced her organizational skills and her ability to manage documentation effectively within a technical environment.
Travel Coordination and Expense Management
Karen Jamieson has extensive experience in coordinating domestic and international travel arrangements. She prepares related expense reports and handles foreign exchange conversion, demonstrating her ability to manage complex logistical tasks and financial documentation.