Brian Schepman Email & Phone Number

Columbus, Ohio, United States

High-profile role in 2021 acquisition of Hy-Tek as point person for buyer due diligence and other concerns. Negotiated M&A activity spanning from financial review to Dunes Point Capital; $135M size organization with $27M+ profit generated annually through strategic analysis• Managed IT team and systems accounting for technology across an organization of 450 employees• Managed the ESOP and annual valuation; Restructured leadership organization to create cohesive team across 6 sites in 4 states• Oversaw the accounting of customer projects that were completed in over 35 states; Performed risk management by analyzing the organization’s liabilities and investments• Decided on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks; Controlled and evaluated the organization’s fundraising plans and capital structure• Ensured cash flow was appropriate for the organization’s operations; Managed vendor relationships• Prepared reliable current and forecasting reports; Set up and oversee the company’s finance IT system

Oversaw all Financial and IT functions; Creating best practices in each area to build an infrastructure to meet expansion demands• Organized the annual audit by external accounting firm; Industry expertise in material handling systems and Yale dealership; Developed cash flow analysis to support business short-term and long-term goals• Assist CFO with duties related to the month-end close, year-end close and outside audit tasks• Assured that payments for payables, leases, loans and other financial obligations were made in a timely manner; Ensured that purchases and invoices are verified, recorded and distributed to accounts correctly• Monitored and reviewed the production of Federal, State and other regulatory funding agency cost reports, explaining variances with these financial documents

Financial administration to assure commissions, state sales tax filings, and month-end close; Leveraged financial education to maximize working capital, billing turns, and operational project financial completion with success; Averaging 35 projects of over $2M in scope annually• Supported most aspects of accounting management (billing, tax forms, reporting etc.)• Assisted in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices; Prepared financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements• Managed journal entries, invoices etc. and reconcile accounts for the monthly or annual closing; Assisted in the preparation of budgets or forecasts• Participated in preparation for the annual audit; Helped in development of reports for management