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San Antonio, TX, US

Vernon Hills, IL, US

• Directed and managed finance operations teams, encompassing collections, partner finance, accounts receivable services (including cash application and rebills), and billing functions. Developed and implemented.
• Streamlined collections and integrated teams from legacy Sirius and CDW operations by creating and executing new operational framework that included bespoke tool.
• Attained substantial cost reductions for organization by leading design and implementation of outsourcing strategy that transferred 70% of operational tasks offshore.
• Reduced overdue accounts 33% within six months by implementing effective collection strategies.

San Antonio, Texas, US

• Sirius Computer Solutions was acquired by CDW, IncSpearheaded strategic leadership of the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Treasury finance teams – oversaw all aspects of cash flow management, financial.
• Pioneered refinement of treasury management systems, covering aspects such as financial accounting, debt, and cash management, compliance with credit agreements, and integration of contract and acquisitions processes.
• Optimized operational structures to minimize business expenses and taxation through international legal entities.
• Conducted comprehensive due diligence for acquisition of business entities like ASG and CSG. Evaluated numerous potential acquisitions to assess viability and strategic fit.
• Spearheaded establishment and negotiation of customer financing contracts, setting terms and pricing that aligned with business objectives and customer needs.
• Ensured smooth transitions of complex financial management units by directing seamless integration of financial operations into CDW framework following acquisition of Sirius.

San Antonio, Texas, US

• Orchestrated comprehensive financial leadership as Vice President, guiding both the Corporate and Business Partner FP&A teams, along with the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Treasury finance teams. Directed.
• Developed and executed robust operational frameworks for collaboration between business partners and financial teams, ensuring strong governance and efficient oversight.
• Developed and executed enhanced budget process leveraging top-down and bottom-up approach and alignment.
• Ensured smooth management of business units, workforce transitions, and operational methodologies by streamlining financial restructuring and due diligence processes during private equity transfer from Kelso to CD&R.
• Modernized key operational and financial management systems and orchestrated several platform transitions by directing overhaul of business optimization projects.
• Enhanced automation in professional services, supply chain, and accounting management by shifting CRM systems to Salesforce from Microsoft Dynamics and by adopting FinancialForce Accounting solutions from OpenAir and.

San Antonio, Texas, US

• Managed accurate and timely disbursement of payments across various teams. Innovated accounting and financial management methodologies to enhance fiscal health. Directed adoption of cutting-edge technologies and.
• Initiated and enforced employee compensation frameworks, including salary, commission, and bonus structures, while directing comprehensive business operations for financial management and accounting.
• Revamped billing and collections processes by consolidating functions into unified business unit, streamlining operations, and allocating resources to manage previously delayed objectives.

Greensboro, NC, US

• Varrow Inc. was acquired by Sirius Computer SolutionsLed the Professional Services teams of Engineers, Consultants, and Project Managers and then built out the back office, including Accounting, Sales Support, Human.
• Strategically allocated resources by prioritizing project backlogs and engineering tasks to align with immediate and future project requirements.
• Leveraged exceptional leadership talent in leading and empowering diverse teams to advance employee engagement and enhance productivity and performance.
• Conducted performance reviews and facilitated professional development and training.
• Achieved desired outcomes by overseeing operational frameworks for various business units including Accounting, Human Resources, Information Technology, Operations Management, and Contract Management.
• Optimized overall business efficiency and unit capabilities through strategic workforce development and management practices by recruiting and overseeing personnel across all departments.