Elizabeth Reed Gphr, Pmp
About Elizabeth Reed Gphr, Pmp
Elizabeth Reed Gphr, Pmp, serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer at VertexOne, where she has worked since 2008. She has extensive experience in strategic direction, merger and acquisition integration, and financial reporting across multiple regions.
Current Role at VertexOne
Elizabeth Reed Gphr, PMP, serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer at VertexOne, a position she has held since 2008. In this role, she has implemented strategic direction and business processes across various regions, including North America, India, and the UK. Her responsibilities have included overseeing general ledger accounting, forecasting, budgeting, and managing mergers and acquisitions. Elizabeth has also held several key positions within VertexOne, including Director of North American Payroll, Director of HRIS and Benefits, and Director of Global Payroll.
Professional Background
Elizabeth Reed has a diverse professional background in finance and human resources. She began her career as an Accounting Intern at Coopers & Lybrand from 1994 to 1996. She then worked at Electronic Data Systems as an Accountant for 10 months in 1999. Following this, she joined Alliance Data, where she held various roles from Senior Accountant to Finance Manager over a span of nine years. Elizabeth joined VertexOne as part of the Alliance Data acquisition in 2008.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Reed studied at The University of Texas at Austin from 1994 to 1998, where she earned a degree in Accounting and Finance. She possesses strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, which have been instrumental in her career in finance and human resources. Additionally, she has expertise in merger and acquisition integration services, which has been a significant aspect of her roles at VertexOne.
Achievements in Financial Management
Throughout her career, Elizabeth Reed has demonstrated significant expertise in financial management. She has created customized financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting systems that have enhanced organizational efficiency. Her experience includes facilitating and managing SOX and SAS 70 audits, ensuring compliance and operational integrity. With over ten years of financial and accounting experience, she has played a crucial role in various financial operations within her organizations.