Christopher Whitaker, Cpa Email & Phone Number

Denver, Co, Us

Greenwood Village, Co, Us

Greenwood Village, Co, Us

Denver, Co, Us

As Founder, I developed and built a financial services consulting practice from ground up to contribute fractional, contract, and interim CFO services across a variety of industries within private/public sector; Technology, Software, Cannabis/CBD, CPG, Biomedical & Fitness, Professional Services (Legal/Engineering/Environmental), Commercial & Residential Construction, Plastics Manufacturing, Mining, Oil & Gas, and Non-Profit Education.✶Identified and executed acquisition of $7.5M credit line facility for $50M revenue technology distribution company to facilitate liquidity and fund strategic growth objectives. ✶Calibrated debt funding for small business client during extreme hardship. Prepared and presented financials to justify business viability. Client maintained business footprint and since expanded to $7M in annual revenue.♦ Consult with ~20 small/medium sized businesses leveraging corporate expertise to develop financial accounting systems, revamp processes and procedures, navigate through M&A/divestures, perform due diligence procedures, manage debt/equity and capital financing, and deploy comprehensive reporting and governance mechanisms to streamline financial/operational functions. ♦ Successfully execute key projects; financial modeling/reporting, financial statement preparation/review/assessment, annual audit preparation, restatement of public company financials, treasury and debt management, debt and equity structure assessments, debt compliance program administration, tax planning, internal control testing, monthly/quarterly and annual close processes, General Ledger accounting/documentation and reconciliation, accounting software upgrade/reconfiguration, and CRM software implementation.♦ Represent former clients as finance executive on advisory boards.

Westminster, Co, Us

Recruited to engage in these progressive executive roles to lead financial operations, marketing, sales, product development, IT, and HR contributing expertise on strategic business enhancements/transformations for $20M business across North/South America.✶ Revamped 2020 business objectives during COVID-19 pandemic by successfully reducing expenses by 45% and human resources by 70% to sustain business viability.✶ Methodically analyzed quarterly EBITDA results and G&A expense to minimize losses by 50% in six-months during 2020 pandemic.✶Enhanced GP margins ~10-15% by restructuring pricing models in eCommerce and retail channels.✶Systematically examined and scrutinized all corporate divisions identifying annual G&A expense reductions of $8M.✶Rapidly identified need for funding to elevate organizational growth. Facilitated the acquisition of $25M+ in public financing.✶Skillfully identified and completed write down of $36M in assets, ensuring financial accuracy and alignment prior to annual audit.✶Leveraged industry expertise to revamp financial budgeting and forecasting.✶Strengthened business and financial operations by deploying innovative Power BI reporting platform.✶Implemented holistic improvements to inventory tracking, assessment, and valuation system.✶Championed and spearheaded significant reduction of 17 management letter comments by global audit firm to one in <9-months. ♦ Proficiently brokered seamless transition of senior leadership team including CEO. ♦ Tracked metrics and developed/presented detailed interdepartmental KPI reporting to ensure alignment to target goals.♦ Evaluated budgets and devised projections utilizing enhanced analytical skills, forecasting, and planning processes.

Oo

Originally hired in consulting capacity as a Financial Analyst, I was rapidly promoted to FTE and VP of Finance to lead annual $1B global gold sales program across five countries based on immediate impact I provided and key executive leadership insights.✶Launched global FP&A business unit from ground up in collaboration with global teams.✶Transformed Treasury and Enterprise Risk Management Program for newly emerged public entity between U.S. and Australia bound by corporate governance. Proactively mitigated risks by instituting robust global programs and insurance policies.✶Choreographed business intelligence system migration from MS Dynamics to SAP during ERP implementation. Integrated key operational functions and metrics across organization for each geo-political jurisdiction.♦ Key contributor to strategic vision and critical business decision making. Instrumental in driving increased profitability for $3.5B market capitalization across North America, Asia, and Australia.♦ Contributed expertise on four-member global Financial Leadership Team and served as Co-Chair of Strategic Corporate Planning Team. ♦ Collaborated with Australian and Turkish counterparts to devise short/long-term business/financial strategy focused on increasing profitability, driving revenue growth/project expansion while sustaining viability. Presented to and obtained approval from C-Suite and Board of Directors.♦ Directed budgeting and forecasting, debt/equity financing, treasury and cash management, precious metal sales and commodity hedging, global insurance program through continual management change. Led team of 15 staff. ♦ Adeptly managed $200M debt and equity portfolio, and global cash management of $400M with meticulous attention to detail.

Romeoville, Illinois, Us

During my tenure with this prestigious organization, I was tasked with strategic planning, managing annual revenue in excess of ~$15M and high performing team of ~35 staff. Accountable for corporate governance and legal matters for non-educational operations, I reported to the district Board of Directors and President.✶Championed planning and execution of building/infrastructure/facilities maintenance program allowing for increased student enrollment expansion. Transformed scholastic and athletic facilities infrastructure across locations. Ensured comprehensive compliance with City of Denver codes/regulations.✶Orchestrated corporate governance and financial management reporting across school district. Enhanced controls to gain broad insight into financial reporting and transactions.✶Pioneered technology modernization by implementing ERP system and launching inaugural website to streamline efficiency and advance the organization, still in use 10+ years later.✶Revamped food services program; instituted nutritional education to promote healthy food options for students. ✶Drove HR platform deployment from ground up, ensured full functionality and seamless integration including enhancement of employee benefits program.♦ Instrumental in leading school district enhancements despite economic recession strategically sustaining financial alignment. ♦ Partnered with auditors, bankers to provide rationalization and benefits for additional improvements that would result in substantial future growth. Successfully restructured and secured additional financial funding. ♦ Devised short/long term strategic roadmaps for executing practical and sustainable change to deliver impact, mitigate risks, optimize marketing/brand awareness, and navigate institution to sustainable success.♦ Oversaw and executed key initiatives for Business Operations including Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Risk Management, Information Technology, Facilities & Maintenance, and Food Services.

Denver, Co, Us

New York, Ny, Us

Bachelor'S Degree, Accounting

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