In my current role, I stand at the financial helm, overseeing the precision and compliance of our financial operations and managing the finance and accounting departments. My expertise shines as I negotiate optimal rates for our Asset-Based Lending (ABL) line, striving for financial efficiency.At the core of my responsibilities is the annual budgeting process, where I deftly allocate funds to steer our 13-week cash flow, ensuring unwavering financial stability. I bring transparency to financial matters by crafting and delivering detailed monthly reports, including meticulous month-end closings and comprehensive analyses.My collaborative approach extends to internal and external audits, where I present insightful findings to our CEO, COO, and board of directors, facilitating lucid decision-making. Not just a numbers person, I've successfully implemented strategies to enhance financial stability and cut borrowing costs.My commitment to transparent reporting has earned me credibility across the organization, providing strategic solutions to intricate business challenges. Beyond the numbers, I've identified income prospects, scrutinized internal operations, and initiated cost-cutting measures, driving operational efficiency improvements.Proficient in collaborating with senior management, I architect proposal budgets, ensuring compliance with contract/grant requirements.