Nicole Ortiz
Experience
Division Controller
ITW Global Brands
Current
Leading financial operations for ITW's Car Care Division, a $330M+ business with 2 distinct business units. Expertise in financial planning & analysis, budgeting & forecasting, cost accounting, and team leadership. Passionate about driving profitable growth and operational efficiency.
Regional Finance Manager
Rotork Controls Inc.
2022 - 2023
Leading financial strategy and operations for a high-growth, $250M+ revenue region within Rotork. Partnering with sales leadership to drive profitability and strategic decision-making across the Americas. Expertise in financial planning, analysis, reporting, and consolidation.
Senior FP&A Manager
TE Connectivity
2018 - 2021
​Responsible for spearheading financial planning, consolidation, reporting, and analysis for a $150M+ global business unit.
My journey at TE Connectivity was one of continuous growth and expanded responsibilities:
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Finance Lead (2021-Present): Directing finance & accounting activities across 5 global locations partnering with the General Manager to provide strategic financial guidance.
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FP&A Manager & Plant Controller (2020-2021): Led financial reporting and analysis while managing controllership for two US manufacturing facilities.
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Plant Controller (2018-2020): Held controllership roles in both the UK and US, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.
Business Analyst
Thurne-Middleby Limited
2011 - 2017
​Provided financial oversight and leadership to the Finance Department, reporting directly to the Finance Director. Responsibilities included developing and implementing financial policies and procedures, establishing corporate governance protocols, and managing risk and internal controls. Additionally, I spearheaded the implementation of technical, financial, and strategic analytical support systems.
Previous Work Experience
2007 - 2011
During my professional development period, I gained practical experience in diverse administrative roles, including Administration Controller, Accounts Payable, and Retail Management. Concurrently, I pursued advanced qualifications through distance learning, enhancing my theoretical knowledge and skill set.
Education
​CIMA Professional Qualification - Accounting and Business Management
​Advanced Diploma in Management Accounts
Chartered Insitute of Management Accountants
2016
Competency Framework:
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Technical skills — Applying technical accounting and finance skills in different business situations
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Business skills — Transforming data into insights and strategy
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People skills — How to communicate, influence, negotiate and collaborate
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Leadership skills — Building and motivating teams and driving performance
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Digital skills — Managing and guiding the finance function in a digital world.
Course Certifications
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ISO 9001:2015
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Business Improvement Techniques: Improving Operational Performance
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Leadership Foundations
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