Jennifer Ellmer
About Jennifer Ellmer
Jennifer Ellmer serves as the VP of Finance, Accounting & Financial Shared Services at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in finance and accounting, previously holding leadership roles at GateHouse Media and The New York Times.
Current Role at Gannett
Jennifer Ellmer serves as the Vice President of Finance, Accounting & Financial Shared Services at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK since 2019. In this role, she oversees financial operations and shared services, contributing to the strategic financial management of the organization. She is based in Tampa, Florida, and has been instrumental in establishing a Finance Project Management Office, which includes a resource demand intake process to prioritize the CFO’s Finance Project Portfolio.
Previous Experience at GateHouse Media
Prior to her current position, Jennifer Ellmer worked at GateHouse Media as the Vice President of Finance, Accounting & Financial Shared Services from 2015 to 2019. During her tenure, she managed financial operations and contributed to the overall financial strategy of the organization, leveraging her extensive experience in finance and accounting.
Career at The New York Times
Jennifer Ellmer has a significant history with The New York Times, where she held multiple roles over several years. She served as the Division Director of Finance from 2006 to 2012, and as Accounting Manager from 1998 to 2005. Additionally, she was the Group Controller from 2008 to 2012. Her responsibilities included overseeing financial operations and supporting the integration of financial processes for acquired properties.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Ellmer studied at Old Dominion University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in finance and accounting, enabling her to implement effective financial strategies and processes in her roles.
Achievements in Financial Operations
Throughout her career, Jennifer Ellmer has led significant initiatives in financial operations. She managed the Global Business Process Outsourcing transition of over 500 roles under remote conditions and conducted a vendor selection process that exceeded savings expectations. Additionally, she implemented a Digital Transformation integration program that included Robotic Process Automation and AI-based workflow tools, enhancing efficiency within financial operations.