Deb Gonzales
About Deb Gonzales
Deb Gonzales is a Treasury Manager at the Jacksonville Transportation Authority, where she has worked since 2020. She holds an MBA from American InterContinental University and has extensive experience in treasury management across several companies.
Work at Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Deb Gonzales has served as the Treasury Manager at Jacksonville Transportation Authority since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the organization's treasury functions. Her work includes managing cash flow, developing financial forecasts, and collaborating with finance leadership to ensure effective financial operations. Gonzales has been instrumental in implementing systems that enhance the visibility of cash movements, which aids in strategic financial planning.
Education and Expertise
Deb Gonzales holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from American InterContinental University, where she studied Business Administration and Management from 2004 to 2006. She also earned a Bachelor of Business Management (BBM) from LeTourneau University, completing her studies from 1997 to 2003. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her expertise in treasury management and financial analysis.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining the Jacksonville Transportation Authority, Deb Gonzales held several key positions in treasury management. She worked at Igloo Products Corp. as Treasury Manager from 2015 to 2017 and at EZCORP in the same role from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she began her career as a Staff Accountant at Copano Energy, where she worked from 1996 to 1999. This diverse experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations across various industries.
Professional Contributions
In her professional capacity, Deb Gonzales has made significant contributions to financial management. She developed a system for a 12-week rolling forecast to improve cash movement visibility for the CFO and finance leadership. Gonzales also worked closely with construction teams to manage cash flow in alignment with Local Gas Tax revenue schedules. Furthermore, she served as a technical advisor to the RFP proposal committee for commercial banking and provided analysis for bond cash flow and debt service related to $200 million in debt.
Financial Reporting and Compliance
Deb Gonzales has played a crucial role in financial reporting and compliance. She prepared treasury, investment, and debt notes for audited financial statements and assisted external auditors during annual reviews. Her attention to detail and thorough understanding of financial regulations ensure that the organizations she works for maintain compliance and transparency in their financial practices.