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Skokie, Il, Us

Fractional CFO and COO services along with project based work.

Schaumburg, Il, Us

Responsible for strategic direction of the company while ensuring tactical deployment of strategy both financially and operationally which led to growth in ACV of 30% to 40% per year with equivalent revenue growth.Ensured financial stability and capital for expansion by working with CEO and Board on Series B fundraising of $11 million in committed capital as well as securing an additional $5 million line of credit facility and minor equipment financing.Restructured existing finance/accounting operations and team related to US, UK and Canadian entities resulting in a more efficient month end process, implementation of key metrics, shorter invoicing and collections cycles, more accurate reporting, and improved banking as well as completion of the company’s first full audit.Streamlined customer, partner and value-added reseller contracting process through simplified contract and improved negotiation process while also adding favorable terms to accelerate cash flow.Supported recruiting, hiring and onboarding of 30+ employees companywide, while overseeing all finance, legal, human resources, facilities and administrative functions.

Provide financial expertise to CEO and departments leading to an improved understanding of operations and more effective decision making, including development of a strategic plan for growth based on one year, three year and ten year targets.Key driver in implementation of operating system focused on increasing the effectiveness of the senior management team and further developing the core focus of the company which has contributed to a 20% increase in revenue.Implementation of scalable processes, procedures and software to create a foundation for expansion.Promote and create accountability within department and company that is measurable and manageable.Direct responsibility for finance, legal and facilities functions including hiring and coaching team members to put them in positions to succeed and advance their careers

Focused on improvements to the financial operations including building the month end process, creating financial reports and budgets, developing departmental hierarchies, and completing detailed financial analysis of department specific issues.

Worked on various consulting projects for SaaS companies including BigMachines and Cube Billing.

Deerfield, Il, Us

As a member of senior management contributed to decision making process that grew revenue from $10 million to a $50 million run rate from 2007 to 2011 and a shift to profitability with positive cash flow.Drove financial aspects of liquidity event that resulted in sale of BigMachines to new investor group.Responsible for advising the CEO and Board of Directors on the financial health and strength of the company.Shaped and managed completion of strategic growth initiatives focused on transforming multiple aspects of the business.Improved global financial records and reporting through implementation of the Intacct SaaS solution.Fostered customer relationships through contract negotiations with current and prospective customers, conversations on the financial strength of BigMachines and discussions about our usage of BigMachines in concert with other SaaS offerings.Implemented and monitored operational process improvements including the utilization of a range of SaaS based solutions.Directly responsible for finance, legal, human resources, administrative and facilities functions.

Deerfield, Il, Us

Relocated accounting functions from California to Deerfield through construction and management of a new finance team.Increased focus on month end close process to quickly shorten close cycle from 30+ days to under 15.Continually refined processes and procedures to create solutions capable of scaling with BigMachines’ rapid growth.

Transitioned accounting functions from three locations, including Canadian operations, to one office and assembled and managed new accounting team for the Corporate Solutions group.Refined month end processes and accounting policies to align Corporate Solutions with Orbitz and Travelport.Forged business unit and departmental relationships to ensure proper communication channels were established.Assisted in completion and filing of Orbitz World Wide S-1.Implemented, tested and assisted in design of Oracle sales compensation module resulting in more accurate and efficient payments to employees.

Bad Homburg, Frankfurt, De

Analysis and review of month end close cycle and supervision of twelve staff members encompassing accounting, billing, collections and contract compliance functions.Restructured billing department to utilize staff more effectively and efficiently.Implemented software modules and updated billing policies and procedures to improve billing accuracy and processes.

Chicago, Il, Us

Planned, budgeted and completed audits, compilations and reviews utilizing teams composed of 1-6 staff members.Established and maintained client relationships.Trained staff in assurance skills and computer applications.