Becky Nutt
LOS ANGELES
Summary
Accomplished Audio Engineer and Senior Finance Analyst with expertise in budget management and stakeholder collaboration. At Arup, I developed financial models and automated reporting tools, resulting in $11M in recovered project costs. Adept at problem resolution and analytical thinking, driving successful outcomes across diverse projects. Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, enhancing productivity and efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio Engineer/ Producer
Freelance
Los Angeles
01.2021 - Current
- Delivered production and post-production services across diverse genres.
- Developed accurate project budgets while managing production costs effectively.
- Regulated volume levels and sound quality throughout recording sessions.
- Enhanced recordings by optimizing sound quality and integrating various sound effects.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements, music compositions, songs, and albums for superior audio output.
- Separated instrumental tracks, vocals, and peripheral sounds during post-production mixing.
- Facilitated communication among production staff and departments to ensure synchronized workflows.
Senior Finance Analyst
Arup
Los Angeles
01.2017 - 04.2024
- Developed financial models and automated reporting tools to enhance productivity.
- Measured actual performance against operating plans, interpreting results for management review.
- Managed budgeting and invoicing for projects with cap fees ranging from $50,000 to $60,000,000.
- Ensured timely payment of project invoices and managed cash receipts efficiently.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to analyze financial operations and recommend improvements.
- Created an online Fee Portal System for streamlined internal invoicing processes.
- Reconciled invoicing on Loma Linda project, recovering $11,000,000 in project costs.
Project Controller
HDR, Inc
Denver
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Organized charity and staff events as Young Professionals Chair for United States Region.
- Developed HDR's 2017 Strategic Operational Plan by presenting on social media networking strategies.
- Managed over 50 projects annually, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and scope.
- Motivated project teams to enhance collaboration and maintain productivity.
- Resolved payroll processing errors to ensure accurate employee compensation.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to design an internal automated billing system.
Education
Certification - Audio Engineering and Music Production
The Recording Connection
Los Angeles, CA03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Music
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY12.2006
Skills
- Oracle
- Problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Problem resolution
- Budget management
- Cash flow forecasting
- Reporting automation
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Financial statement analysis
Awards
- Pathfinders Award of Excellence in Leadership, 2016
- Crystal Award of Excellence, 2014
Timeline
Audio Engineer/ Producer
Freelance
01.2021 - Current
Senior Finance Analyst
Arup
01.2017 - 04.2024
Project Controller
HDR, Inc
01.2011 - 01.2017
Certification - Audio Engineering and Music Production
The Recording Connection
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Music
University of Wyoming
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