• Directed a high-performing private equity-owned agricultural equipment manufacturer with three retail outlets and an annual revenue of $70M; overseeing a team of five direct reports across Finance and four staff across HR and IT• Led two company acquisitions, performing all due diligence, financial planning, and post-merger integration • Analyzed financial performance, initiated cost-saving projects, and improved key processes to maximize efficiency• Designed and implemented rigorous budgeting and forecasting systems to streamline management decision-making• Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by refining month-end close processes and improving FP&A operations• Engaged actively in board meetings, delivering critical financial insights that shaped corporate strategies• Managed the annual independent audit process, ensuring compliance and transparency in financial reportingProminent Accomplishments:• Spearheaded financial analysis and communication during the strategic sale of the company in 2023, accelerating the closing timeline to 45 days after issuing the Letter of Intent• Successfully integrated financial processes, assets, and personnel from two acquisitions into the main company’s systems, ensuring effective transitions• Strategically managed cash flows and credit lines to reduce interest expenses during periods of growth and substantial inventory acquisitions• Negotiated extended payment terms with suppliers and enhanced accounts receivable processes, reducing collection days from 36 to 27• Recognized for exemplary performance with an offer to extend my role post-sale and manage operations for three additional merged locations• Secured supplementary debt and credit facilities to reinforce cash flow by collaborating with financial institutions • Drove an 8% reduction in operational costs by implementing targeted process improvements

• Revitalized a leading heavy-duty automotive part and suspension springs manufacturer, overseeing operations across seven retail locations and achieving $75M in annual revenues• Led comprehensive financial reporting, initiated cost-saving projects, and enhanced operational processes• Managed a multifaceted team of 10 professionals spanning accounting, IT, and administration• Provided strategic leadership in corporate strategy development and goal-setting• Restructured bond and real estate debts, improved cash flow, and decreased asset leverage through strategic financing collaborations with banking institutions• Designed and implemented detailed budgets and forecasts, enhancing the effectiveness of management reviews• Introduced an innovative part/item costing system, improving accuracy and efficiency in cost managementProminent Accomplishments:• Reduced line of credit and overall debt while enhancing financial stability through a targeted cost-reduction strategy and restructuring to longer-term debt solutions• Managed a comprehensive ERP system transition from MAS 400 to Infor Syteline/ICSI, significantly improving process efficiency and data integration• Launched an incentive program for retail stores, driving a double-digit revenue and profit increase within the first year• Achieved the company’s lowest line of credit balance in 15 years through meticulous cash flow management• Reduced company expenses by 10% annually over three years through strategic cost management initiatives

• Administered a leading fresh produce grower, packer, and shipper, developing a global sourcing network that ensured year-round supply and achieved $250M in revenues• Led three company acquisitions, performing all due diligence, financial planning, and post-merger integration • Oversaw financial reporting, human resources, procurement, logistics, and cash flow management • Developed budget and forecasting models that provided periodic insights, enhancing the effectiveness of management reviews• Directed accounting and reporting for three sister companies, maintaining consistency across all platforms• Enhanced IT strategies and led the construction of new office and packinghouse facilities Prominent Accomplishments:• Managed a team of nine accounting professionals and four procurement and logistics experts, fostering a collaborative environment and driving departmental efficiency• Established foundational human resources processes and practices as an administrator, supporting and facilitating organizational growth and development• Developed and implemented financial policies, reporting structures, and models for three startup companies

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