Debra Riggsby
About Debra Riggsby
Debra Riggsby serves as the Director of Finance at The Reynolds and Reynolds Company, where she has worked since 1991. With a background in accounting and business management, she has led significant projects including SAP implementations and business process improvements.
Work at Reynolds and Reynolds
Debra Riggsby has held the position of Director, Finance at The Reynolds and Reynolds Company since 1991. Over her 33 years with the company, she has played a significant role in various financial operations and initiatives. Prior to her current role, she served as Manager, Accounting from 1986 to 1991. Riggsby has been involved in critical projects, including leading the business transition from SAP Payroll to a legacy system and serving as the business lead for multiple SAP implementations.
Education and Expertise
Debra Riggsby earned her Master of Business Administration from Wright State University, where she studied Accounting from 1980 to 1982. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Wittenberg University, which she completed from 1973 to 1976. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in finance and accounting, which she has applied throughout her career.
Previous Experience at Deloitte
Before joining The Reynolds and Reynolds Company, Debra Riggsby worked at Deloitte as a Senior Staff Accountant from 1982 to 1986. In this role, she gained valuable experience in accounting practices and financial management, which contributed to her professional development and prepared her for future leadership positions.
Leadership in SAP Implementations
Debra Riggsby has demonstrated leadership in several SAP implementations during her career. Notably, she served as the business lead for an SAP quote to cash implementation during its blueprint phase in 2006. Additionally, she was the business lead for two SAP implementations involving HR/Payroll and FICO/ECCS from 1999 to 2002. Her involvement in these projects highlights her expertise in managing complex financial systems.
Business Process Improvement Initiatives
Throughout her career, Debra Riggsby has managed a proposal center and spearheaded various business process improvement initiatives. Her focus on enhancing operational efficiency has contributed to the overall effectiveness of financial processes within her organization.