Nonprofit organization specializing in the pooling of fundraising and developing service programming to drive impact in local community.Recruited by CEO to co-lead transformation of 95-year-old organization from traditional fundraising model to metrics- and value-driven strategy that combines P&L stewardship and cash flow-positive position with an unprecedented impact on the local community. Immediately conducted forensic analysis of cash flow, operating reserves, accounting systems/practices, and team capabilities.Restructured finance and gift processing departments with focus on cost controls and accounting best practices. Identified and implemented robust accounting software system to ensure integration of disparate functions, accurate reporting to support C-level and board decision making, and proper documentation of gift appropriation for donors.Aligned staff strengths with department needs, filled critical talent gaps, and implemented audit mindset.Member of team that delivered first positive cash flow position in organization’s past 7 years.Worked with senior leadership team in creating culture of transparency, accountability, stewardship, and program innovation to create sustainable community impact and positive influence on futures of local youth vs. traditional pass-through donation model.Partnered with attorney in structuring, authoring, reviewing, and successfully negotiating contracts to support $MM+ United Way MISSION UNITED program designed to provide stable housing for military veterans. Qualified resources and raised funds needed to provide supportive services component to residential facility. Project on track to break ground in September 2017.Participated in regularly scheduled meetings with Finance Committee and board of directors to share insights and projections.

Fortune 500 diversified business process outsourcing firm supporting clients in 100+ countries. Purchased by Xerox in 2009.Led all financial operations supporting multinational call center/BPO business serving world-class clients including Verizon and Sprint. Reported directly to Division Vice President.Identified and advanced opportunities to put processes in place that enabled team to consistently deliver on company’s 2-week end-of-month close requirement. Led weekly forecasting and budgeting processes across 6 locations in 3 countries.Trained and developed local site leaders in basic financial and accounting acumen.Played key role in deal review preparation, approvals, and contract reviews.

Tech startup providing email marketing solutions and e-messaging campaigns; acquired by infoUSA/Yesmail in 2005.Recruited as one of first 20 employees for early-stage, rapid-growth business that had secured $MM in venture funding. Responsible for all G/L activity, cash management, financial statement preparation/reporting, and facility management.Built back-office operation, including audit-ready financial infrastructure, in anticipation of possible IPO.Maintained liquidity sufficient to meet ongoing development/go-to-market needs. Forecasted cash requirements.Restructured team to ensure capabilities and create organizational culture in alignment with corporate goals.Secured operating/lease financing with lenders. Negotiated insurance policy renewals and facility leases.

Spinoff of 20-surgeon Portland Orthopedic Clinic specializing in outsourced medical billing and bookkeeping services.In midst of rapid technology and regulatory changes, successfully created and managed accounting operations/processes. Led 4-member accounting/clerk team. Developed annual operating and capital budgets along with 5-year strategic business plan.