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Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Dallas, Tx, Us

Founded in 2006, Riveron professionals simplify and solve complex business problems. We partner with CFOs, private equity firms, and other stakeholders to maximize outcomes.Riveron teams bring industry perspective and a full suite of solutions focused on the office of the CFO, M&A, and distress.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, Us

Member of senior management at a medical device distribution company with an online presence focused on patients and culture and poised for significant growth and a future transaction. ($120 million in revenue in 14 states)Managed finance, accounting, accounts payable, payroll, treasury, billing, collections, supply chain, tax, and information technology functions. Rebuilt the accounting functions. Completed risk assessment. Initiated banking consolidation and treasury management. Created suite of accounting policies, schedules, and procedures. Developed acquisition and integration process. Designed sales growth and performance model. Implemented information technology steering committee. Began data consolidation and business intelligence reporting. Analyzed payor contracts.Key Accomplishments:• Completed capital raise to fund company and transition out short-term equity investors.• Company top line growth of 100% through organic growth and acquisitions.• Restated 24 months of historical accounting periods including balance sheet to complete external audit.• Led and integrated 4 acquisitions in 2022 and 3 acquisitions in 2023.• Launched payroll, human resources, and training system.• Started Supply Chain Management and realigned Information Technology.• Realignment and integration of the revenue cycle process inclusive of billing and collections

Clarksville, Tennessee, Us

Senior team member responsible for all financial, accounting, and treasury functions of a rapidly growing, privately held government contractor in the facility services, base operations, and construction industry. ($120 million with forty locations)Led the finance, accounting, accounts payable, payroll, tax, and program finance functions. Created financial models and budgets models. Invested in and developed Program Finance function. Upgraded talent and systems to match growth potential of business. Developed and implemented cash management, procurement, and reporting policies and procedures. Enhanced risk management and compliance including Cost Accounting Standards. Provided guidance to senior leaders on financial matters. Participated in Collective Bargaining.Key Accomplishments:• Led the acquisition and due diligence of a company into a diversifying construction vertical.• Implemented changes to improve DSO and DPO each by 15 days.• Developed % Completion, Estimate-at-Completion, Estimate-to-Complete, and Progress Billing.• Changed payroll timing to bi-weekly with the conversion to a new payroll and Human Resources system.• Led the RFP to upgrade financial ERP.• Reviewed and launched treasury and fraud controls.

Franklin, Tn, Us

Member of the senior team of a private equity backed international mobility and accessibility provider in the healthcare industry through rapid organic and acquisitive growth ($500+ Million in revenue and 200+ locations).Developed and led reporting, analytics, banking, budgeting, forecasting, and operational excellence. Provided all financial support from the board level to local branches. Managed treasury function including debt relationships, risk management, and forecasting. Analyzed payor contracts, pricing, and strategic initiatives. Built and implemented ‘bottom’s up’ budget process to ensure financial accountability. Led incentive compensation program process, planning, and standardization. Created and implemented a due diligence process including tracking, statement generation, and review. Developed all internal monthly, quarterly, board, and external banking/debt holder reporting. Trained and developed leaders in financial acumen. Provided strategic support for all company leaders and partners.Key Accomplishments:• Led due diligence process for the company’s early sale to a new Private Equity firm for a large EBTIDA multiple.• Grew relationships with operations and leaders placing finance as a critical step in the business decision process.• Supported revenue growth from $300 million to $500 million, more than doubling EBITDA.• Implemented three systems including an ERP and two reporting systems as well as a full GL remapping.• Maintained relationship and consistent debt ratings with Moody’s and S&P.• Led and implemented financial actions during COVID including furlough management.

Herndon, Virginia, Us

Senior finance role leading Financial Planning & Analysis, Program Finance, Project Control and Project Setup departments of a private equity owned, global industry leading risk management and security services firm ($1 Billion in Revenue, Government Contracting) during a period of acquisitions and growth. Led financial operations including internal reporting, external reporting, program analysis, project set up, strategic planning, and forecasting. Created financial planning and analysis policies and procedures. Design and analysis of indirect rates and impacts on financial results and pricing. Provided guidance to operations and promoted achievement of operational efficiencies. Led analysis of programs, contracts, and projects including revenue recognition, % completion, EAC, and ETC. Developed provisional and forward pricing rates. Analyzed and implemented a long-term financial strategy. Developed financial talent and train operations concerning finances. Key Accomplishments:• Managed a $100+ million multi-year, international, hospital system construction project.• Conducted due diligence requirements during company acquisition and transition to a new PE firm.• Built and mentored program finance team to focus on analysis and efficiencies during high turnover.• Produced process and templates to complete and consolidate annual planning including indirect rates.• Implemented a simplified indirect rate structure across complex entities and acquisitions.• Selected and implemented the company’s first planning and reporting software to improve delivery time.

Vienna, Virginia, Us

Hired to facilitate efficiency, update financial operations, develop strategic modeling, and create policies for a rapidly growing and privately owned information technology services company working with Program Finance, Accounting, Contracts, Pricing, and Business Units ($400 million in revenue, Government Contracting).Managed financial operations with responsibility for planning, reporting, modeling, strategic planning, invoicing, cash forecasting, capital planning, renewal pricing, profitability, direct utilization, indirect rates, and revenue recognition. Grow, develop, and mentor finance and accounting team members. Analyzed and reported divisional and company financials to senior management and company owners. Designed and administered planning and forecasting process. Reviewed pricing and bids for impacts on company financials. Completed the annual incurred cost submission and forward pricing rate submission. Lead for government audits. Provided guidance on FAR, CAS, pricing, rates, and contract compliance. Directed tax and registration related matters including federal, state, and unemployment concerns. Developed financial policies and internal controls. Administered financial systems.Key Accomplishments:• Began a profit analysis model for growth, resource allocation, and project performance.• Developed cash management models to ensure repayment of loans and return on investment.• Provided analysis to update company benefits programs improving company morale while maintaining costs.• Led selection, design, and implementation of planning and reporting system reducing support personnel needs.• Brought in-house and completed Incurred Cost Submissions and Provisional/Forward Pricing Submissions.• Developed pipeline-based reporting.

Bethesda, Md, Us

Acted as a liaison between Finance and Information Technology to verify, correct, and organize financial reporting post an organization-wide ERP system implementation.Key Accomplishments:• Developed financial systems strategy, policies, and process improvements for new ERP.• Identified deficiencies and implemented corrections in mapping making existing funding available for use.• Proposed consolidation and closing of over 100 unnecessary projects.• Validated reporting data with Information Technology, Programs, Accounting, and Compliance.

Frisco, Tx, Us

Reported to the CEO and owner of a consulting services and software (SaaS) company tasked with implementing and updating the Finance and Accounting functions and systems in preparation for the corporation’s next growth stage. ($120 million in revenue)Provided financial guidance and scenario planning for merger, acquisition, or sale decision. Led financial and accounting operations responsible for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, modeling, strategic planning, cash management, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Provided leadership, technical guidance, and training to staff. Built and implemented processes for a first-time GAAP audit and a new banking relationship. Directed all tax related matters including federal, state, and payroll tax concerns and filings.Key Accomplishments:• Grew revenue from $30 million to $120 million.• Assisted with the sale of the software to a large data conglomerate.• Designed and implemented the first models including use of NPV, ROI, KPIs, and valuation methods.• Trained and managed accountants with only beginning cash basis knowledge on GAAP.• Completed a five-year financial restatement with amended tax filings.• Reviewed 500+ contracts for policy conformity, revenue recognition standards and financial success.

Overland Park, Kansas, Us

As a Manager of a Financial Planning & Analysis team within Corporate Finance, provided end-to-end financial services to internal customers, while merging Sprint and Nextel ($40 billion, international, public)Developed strategic relationships to become a personal ‘CFO’ to executives. Led monthly, quarterly, and annual financial analysis including variances, trending, and target achievement. Managed budgeting and forecasting process, consolidation, executive reviews, variance analysis, and final reporting. Analyzed business results and plans to identify business opportunities and potential savings and presented findings to senior management.Key Accomplishments:• Implemented a process to monitor $1.8 billion in operating expenses and 6,000 headcounts.• Worked on merger and operations teams to integrate companies and to produce and track project synergies.• Managed an increasing workload during strategic headcount reductions of 50%.• Prepared and presented realignment proposals during merger to maintain support and reduce costs.• Implemented scorecards (KPIs) improving management accountability reducing variances to under 0.1%

Overland Park, Kansas, Us

Worked as part of the Business Analysis Group to assess opportunities, control expenditures, budget, forecast, and financially manage several functions including Human Resources, Finance, Legal and Strategy. ($40 billion, international, public)Monitored and reported financial results including trends and comparisons to strategic plan, budget, and forecast. Led monthly and weekly financial reviews creating working business partnerships. Modeled and analyzed business opportunities to determine feasibility and profitability. Monitored, reported, and corrected financial information.Key Accomplishments:• Created and implemented an 18-month rolling forecast model with project data, as a company-wide test.• Completed business cases using NPV, ROI, IRR, Sensitivity, and Ratios to realign over $250M in capital.• Stabilized expenditures and brought visibility for the Las Vegas facility and monorail project.• Completed analysis for international expansion, a new business line, and spectrum ownership options.• Changed financial culture from month-end historical reviews to future operational performance and effects.

Herndon, Va, Us

Fulfilled internal and external reporting requirements emphasizing budget and variance analysis of expenses and headcount in the Management Reporting and Operational Accounting Groups. ($1 billion, public)Compiled and analyzed monthly CEO reporting packages, quarterly Board of Director’s presentations, external presentations, and investor presentations. Review and analysis of SEC 10K and 10Q reports. Managed the Chart of Accounts. Wrote accounting procedures and guidelines including validation, updates, design, structure changes, and reorganizations. Key Accomplishments:• Liaison between corporate accounting and business units through involvement in monthly business unit reviews helping to reduce expenditures during critical times and bankruptcy.• Designed and automated a monthly reporting process for over 200 executives.• Managed the bankruptcy process working directly with management, outside legal counsel, and District Court.• Worked as a financial systems manager in charge of Oracle and TM1 maintenance.

London, Gb

Assumed lead positions in the accounting and reporting process including consolidation responsibilities as part of the Corporate Accounting Group during a time of significant mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.Led budget and expense variance analysis for all headquarters departments. Worked with FAR, CAS, and DCAA to ensure compliance. Consolidated divisional financials, prepared international reporting requirements, and completed monthly accounting detail. Tracked project expenses. Integrated acquired financials and processes.Key Accomplishments:• Started department-wide financial reporting and budgeting.• Managed payable processing, improving turnaround as volume doubled through three large mergers.• Consolidated government reporting during the three mergers with the addition of over 40 legal entities.• Streamlined chart of accounts, guideline documentation, and account definitions.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Accounting And Finance

Bachelor'S Degree, International Finance And Russian