Cathy Mercurio Rahn
About Cathy Mercurio Rahn
Cathy Mercurio Rahn is a Senior Accountant with extensive experience in finance and governance, currently employed at Materion Corporation. She has a strong background in SOX compliance, financial analysis, and strategic planning, having previously worked for Avon Products Inc for 24 years.
Work at Materion
Cathy Mercurio Rahn has been employed at Materion Corporation as a Senior Accountant since 2015. In this role, she is responsible for various accounting functions and financial reporting. Her work supports the financial health of the organization, contributing to informed decision-making processes. Located in Brewster, New York, she has been part of the team for over nine years, applying her extensive experience in accounting and finance.
Education and Expertise
Cathy Mercurio Rahn holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Fordham University, where she studied from 1980 to 1984. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration in Finance from Iona University, completing her studies from 1985 to 1988. Her expertise includes SOX compliance and process redesign, which are critical in maintaining regulatory standards and improving financial processes.
Background
Before joining Materion Corporation, Cathy Mercurio Rahn worked at Avon Products Inc for 24 years, serving as Director of IT Finance & Governance. Her tenure at Avon, which spanned from 1984 to 2008 in Rye, New York, provided her with a solid foundation in finance and governance within a large corporate environment. This experience has contributed to her diverse skill set in supporting various business functions.
Achievements
Cathy Mercurio Rahn specializes in several key financial areas, including annual profit planning, three-year strategic plans, monthly forecasting, financial analysis, capital budgeting, and balance sheet review. She advises senior management on planning and forecasting, ensuring that the organization meets its financial goals and objectives. Her comprehensive approach to financial management supports the overall strategic direction of the companies she has worked for.