Jody P.
About Jody P.
Jody P. is a Deal Finance Manager at Hitachi Vantara, where they have worked since 2017. They have extensive experience in finance roles, particularly at Cisco, and hold a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of Sussex.
Work at Hitachi Vantara
Jody P. has been serving as a Deal Finance Manager at Hitachi Vantara since 2017. In this role, Jody is involved in supporting Managed Cloud Solutions initiatives. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with VSOE, SOX, and HDS policies for assigned transactions. Jody also conducts balance sheet analytics and reviews revenues and margins as part of month-end and quarter-end close processes. Additionally, Jody prepares financials for Country/District Quarterly Business Review (QBR) decks and participates in the financial non-pricing aspects of Request For Proposal (RFP) responses.
Previous Experience at Cisco
Prior to joining Hitachi Vantara, Jody P. worked at Cisco in various finance roles from 2007 to 2016. Jody's positions included Revenue Accounting Manager, Commissions Operations Segment Lead, and Commissions Operations Team Lead. Jody also served as a Commercial Finance Solutions Executive and FP&A Finance Manager for a total of over five years. These roles involved responsibilities such as managing financial operations and ensuring compliance with internal policies.
Education and Expertise
Jody P. holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Physics from the University of Sussex, which was completed from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, Jody achieved ACMA qualification from The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants between 2007 and 2010. This educational background provides a strong foundation in analytical and financial management skills relevant to Jody's career in finance.
Background in Business Analysis
Jody P.'s career began with a role as a Business Analyst at Procter & Gamble in 2007. This position lasted for two months and marked the start of Jody's journey in finance and analytics. Jody also participated in the UK JET Programme as an Assistant Language Teacher in Japan from 2003 to 2005, which contributed to a diverse professional background.
Financial Responsibilities and Contributions
In the current role at Hitachi Vantara, Jody P. is involved in large deal compensation analysis and potential scheme adjustments. Jody's work includes preparing financials for quarterly business reviews and participating in the financial aspects of RFP responses. These contributions are essential for the financial health and strategic planning of the organization.