Coordinated operations of 500,000 square-foot facility in northeast Arkansas manufacturing and distributing custom metal and wood display fixtures for US retailers. Led operating team of 150 to 350 associates. Oversaw sourcing and supply chain activities. Directed shipping and distribution functions. Developed production plans and managed inventories to achieve excellent on-time order fulfillment while minimizing working capital investment. Managed and coordinated projects. Controlled costs and achieved profitability targets.• Reconfigured two production lines and developed new operating rules, driving more than 100% increase in line capacity and allowing company to serve as sole supplier for $22,000,000 customer project.• Developed new part handling method for paint processing, increasing paint throughput for shelving products by 40%.• Designed and implemented visual replenishment system for raw materials, improving order fulfillment by eliminating material stock outs, while reducing workload on sourcing department by 30%.• Completed consolidation of manufacturing operations from three facilities into one.• Improved plant safety by implementing safety committees charged with improving work environment, performing robust accident investigations and corrective actions, and instituting new protective equipment and work rules.• Designed new planning tools for wood business to predict customer demand and mix to prevent stock out of long lead time materials.• Stabilized production lines transferred from facilities closed in 2015.

Oversaw finance teams across ten operating companies in US, Mexico, UK, Czech Republic, and China. Coordinated all corporate level reporting requirements and represented sector (along with sector president) in all corporate matters. Led development of annual business plans and drove execution against plans. Enforced company policies and ensured sound cost control, internal controls, and working capital management. Provided advice and business partnering to sector president to drive strategic direction and execution. Directed restructuring strategy and execution as dictated by changing business conditions. Drove execution of 80/20 business strategy, including market based segmentation, product line simplification, process improvement, and application of decision filters to ensure time and resources directed to highest growth and profit opportunities.• Served in key leadership role in planning and executing reorganization of sector from product based companies into market based segments.• Led zero-base analysis by region to define overhead required to support new segments, resulting in 18% cost reduction.• Collaborated with business unit teams to develop project plans and acted as executive sponsor on three successful ERP conversions.• Developed plans and served as key driver for executing manufacturing footprint consolidations in UK (three plants to one) and US (eight plants to four), resulting in nearly 40% reduction in fixed factory overhead costs.• Drove reduction in monthly close cycle time by one-third sector wide. • Automated sector reporting process, reducing preparation time by half.

Spearheaded all company finance and IT activities. Led development of annual business plans and drove execution against plans. Served as key company spokesman in all dealings with sector and corporate leadership. Provided advice and business partnering to company president to drive strategic direction and execution. Ensured sound cost control and working capital management. Drove execution of 80/20 business strategy, including market based segmentation, product line simplification, process improvement, and application of decision filters to ensure time and resources directed to highest growth and profit opportunities.• Developed new forecasting model and dramatically improved forecast accuracy.• Upgraded and automated monthly reporting.• Accelerated monthly close by two days.• Created project plans and executed two ERP conversions.

Directed team of roughly 100 professionals responsible for financial accounting, reporting, analysis, budgeting and forecasting, cost accounting for three manufacturing plants, internal audit/SOX compliance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, and information technology. Led development of annual operating plans, budgets, and forecasts, and drove performance against plans. Enforced company policies and maintained strong control environment for business unit. Guided IT strategy and allocation of resources. Operated as primary spokesman in representing business unit to corporate leadership. Administered sound management of working capital and overall business unit cash flow. Functioned as key member of senior leadership team to run business on day to day basis, make tactical decisions, set strategic direction, and ultimately drive business results. Led significant downsizing and other cost reduction actions in response to market downturn.• Managed integration activities for finance and IT upon acquisition of York by JCI.• Served as executive sponsor for company’s successful conversion to SAP ERP system, including oversight of project plan, timeline, and budget, as well as system configuration strategies and executive communications.• Led initiative to implement SOX compliant controls and documentation, and established internal audit function within UPG.• Built strong relationships with customers through fair dealings and by working collaboratively to support business growth.• Assisted independent distribution with re-capitalization and financing matters, and managed through distributor bankruptcy situations.• Conducted due diligence and managed financial aspects of acquiring distribution operations.• Performed business case analysis and drove strategy for company’s manufacturing footprint, successfully leading financial aspects of two plant consolidations. • Created financial and cash flow forecasting models

Collaborated with business leaders to establish annual operating plans and drive performance against plans. Prepared monthly forecast updates and performed various financial and ad hoc analyses. Created and presented materials for monthly operating reviews, annual plan reviews, and various other executive meetings. Performed special projects as requested by senior leadership.

Supervised plant controllers and cost accounting activities, and directed divisional accounting department. Maintained control over general ledger and coordinated month end close. Ensured accurate and timely division accounts and financial reports. Managed strong control environment and ensured compliance with GAAP.

Led divisional accounting staff and maintained oversight of general ledger. Prepared management reports and financial statements, and supervised preparation of account reconciliations and analysis.

Coordinated all financial matters for division. Prepared monthly reports and analysis, and ensured accuracy and timeliness of reported results. Ensured strong control environment and adherence to company policies. Drove accountability to eliminate waste and ensure prudent use of company funds. Managed preparation of annual operating plan and drove business performance against plan. Delivered monthly forecast updates. Functioned as key spokesman for chemical business, led monthly financial review meeting for benefit of chairman and other executives, and prepared quarterly reports for board of directors.

Managed general ledger and cost accounting functions for central accounting center. Supervised staff of 12 financial and cost accountants. Oversaw monthly closing process. Ensured accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant reporting of results. Prepared collateral and covenant reporting required by lender for asset based credit line. Served as key contact for independent auditors, and supported execution of audit. Led preparation of corporate consolidation of over 40 subsidiary companies. Coordinated monthly P&L and cash flow forecasts. Prepared external financial statements and segment reporting, as well as SEC filings (10-Qs and 10-Ks).

Led general ledger function for central accounting center. Supervised staff accountants. Prepared corporate consolidation and segment reporting, as well as external financial statements.

Supervised staff accountants. Planned and executed audit engagements. Prepared financial statements and related footnotes. Staff Auditor, 1988-1989. Performed audit procedures and prepared audit work papers. Oversaw preparation of financial statements and related footnotes.

Performed audit procedures and prepared audit work papers. Oversaw preparation of financial statements and related footnotes.