Managing Finance and Accounting for business units in Ferries and Government Services, and expansion of service, both organic and through acquisition of new assets.Launched Puerto Rico Ferry Anchored by Hornblower (2021), and Hornblower Shipyard (2022).

NYC Ferry Operated by Hornblower was successfully launched on on May 1, 2017. The service operates six routes serving all 5 boroughs with 25 stops and provides affordable and convenient transit for communities with limited transportation options while increasing the resiliency and redundancy of the city's transportation network.Developed the accounting and finance organization for the Ferry division.Managed finances and cash flow for a 38-ferry vessel construction program by forecasting cash requirements and costs to complete, approving invoices, and tracking actual vs. budget variances.Direct the accounting team in recording all financial transactions per the NYCEDC ferry service agreement.

Completing accounting and finance projects that support management decision making and directing accounting staff in day-to-day operations for clients in media,fashion and services.

Nook Controller's Group: Managed Nook’s general accounting team to ensure accurate recording of transactions in accordance with GAAP, timely completion of monthly close, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analyses and monitored adherence to internal controls and SOX compliance.

CFO/ControllerDirected accounting, finance and IT for the YMCA’s $15M annual programs and services in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. Provided financial leadership and partnered with senior managers to develop and execute operational strategies. Produced business plans and forecasted the impact of strategic initiatives. Reported and reviewed financial performance with Finance and Audit Committees.Managed cash flow for a $12 million family center construction project by directing bank financing draws, contractor payments and forecasting costs to complete.Developed financial plans that defined debt and fundraising levels for a $50M new facilities program to transform the organization’s revenue stream and grow community services.

CFO/Controller (2006-2011)Directed accounting, finance and IT for the $35M private, entrepreneurial, Entertainment/Hospitality Company. Led strategic planning and decision support analysis. Directed staff in proper recording of business transactions, safe guarding company assets and implementing systems and process improvements. Managed annual GAAP audits and mid-year reviews. Fostered relationships with auditors, bankers, tax advisers and legal counsel.Secured $31 million bank financing for a new fleet construction program.Evaluated complex, multiple element revenue sharing scenarios to optimize financial negotiations for a 30-year lease on the company’s strategic base of operations in Manhattan.Managed cash flow for a $15 million asset construction program by directing bank financing draws, contractor payments, debt & interest payments, covenant forecasting and reporting.Finance, Planning & Analysis (2004 - 2006)Managed the FP&A function for the two operating companies and parent. Produced strategic plans, decision support analyses and financial modeling.Directed the company’s successful efforts to obtain a $1 million grant for qualified capital assets by writing and submitting the proposals including project justifications, impacts, timelines and budgets.

Managed the FP&A function for a $150 million professional services, internet consulting, organization (1999-2003) and a $1.2 billion national sales channel (2003-2004). Produced financial modeling, budgets, forecasts, monthly management reports and cost analyses. Managed the monthly accounting closes.Increased revenue from $50M to $150M over 3 years by developing financial plans that expanded internet consulting to 4 regions, doubled staff to 400 employees & created a national organization.Partnered with M&A department to evaluate acquisition and divestiture candidates.Developed business models to support new product development and product launches.

Managed Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Accounting and Financial Analysis for the $30 million corporate sales business unit and $10 million professional services group. Produced monthly financial statements and management reports. Analyzed software maintenance contracts to develop a standard pricing model.Implemented software revenue recognition process for multiple element arrangement contracts.

Managed semi-annual budget planning including income statement, balance sheet and cash flow for the $34 million Information and Directories Publishing business unit. Prepared monthly forecasts and management reporting. Performed accounting closes. Integrated a $4 million business acquisition.

Responsible for financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting of Standard & Poor's Ratings Group corporate staff departments and consolidating the financial reporting of the Group's business units. Served as interim Director of Operations for a $23 million publishing/information business unit.

Planned and performed financial and operational audits of the company's business units. Made recommendations for improving processes and controls.

Implemented a retirement plan record keeping system maintaining $200 million of assets across 10,000 plan participants.