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Contract financial leadership services in role of CFO, controller, and acquisition/divestiture projects, for small and medium-sized businesses seeking transformative solutions and success. Sample activities and closed transactions:- Ongoing financial oversight and leadership as VP of Finance for environmental remediation services firm Buckeye Elm Contracting (BEC). BEC is a certified Woman-owned Small Business (WOSB) with an executive team having a combined 75 years of experience and commercial success serving private and public clients. Overview of company, services, and projects at www.buckeye-elm.com, and introductory slides below.- Advised eastern Ohio client in valuation of business for preliminary indication of interest in management buyout of existing owners. Modeled various investment scenarios and sensitivities, and crafted number of potential deal structures to mitigate client's risk and use in negotiations. - Assisted client in due diligence and acquisition of Mrs. Goodman's Baking Co., and currently providing financial oversight, integration, and bookkeeping activities post-close.- Advised client in sale of commercial office building located at 5555 Perimeter with financial oversight for property prior to transaction close.

Responsible for leading all accounting, financial, and HR functions of Delta’s companiesand direct management of its back office. Scope of team’s efforts covered contracts,invoicing, cash applications, credit and collections, accounts payable, accounting andanalysis, taxes, payroll, benefits, and employee satisfaction. Personally accountable forfinancial close/reporting, external CPA review, customer/supplier credit, banking/supplier relationships, and M&A activities. Beyond leading successful execution of day-to-day operations, major accomplishments include:• Handled nearly all aspects, including engagement of investment banker, in divestiture of US and Canadian energy consulting business resulting in superior exit valuation for owner.• Led financial/tax due diligence and successful integration of Canadian acquisition.• Handled financial, HR, and certain legal aspects in divestiture of natural gas business.• Contributed to pre-divestiture business growth of 100%+ during tenure.

Wilmington, Delaware, Us

Planning & Analysis -- Led and coordinated merger and acquisition analysis, due diligence, and acquisition integration. Analyzed capital projects, developed alternative investment scenarios, and supported other strategic growth initiatives. Business Development -- Led and contributed to projects to identify, evaluate, and launch primarily new service businesses and growth opportunities. Marketing activities included evaluation of market trends, customer needs, competitive environment, suppliers, potential business models, and strategic fit. Internal Audit -- Led projects assessing effectiveness of internal controls and efficiency of business processes, which included planning audits, fieldwork, working with management on corrective action plans, and reporting/presenting results. Also responsible for supervision and development of staff auditors.

Supervised and performed financial audits for clients in a wide variety of businesses. Responsible for entire engagements, preparation of corporate income tax returns, and internal quality control. Made business improvement recommendations to clients.

Dublin, Oh, Us

Analyzed financial statements for multiple operating units. Reconciled general ledgers and prepared adjusting journal entries. Prepared numerous sales tax returns.

Mba

Bsba, Accounting & Finance