Helen Swiatek Email & Phone Number

Phoenix, Arizona Area

Gilbert, Az

Compass Equipment is a new company specializing in Self Erect Tower Cranes and small City Tower Cranes. Additionally, our Application Engineering group can provide detailed lift plans for all or your lifting needs anywhere in the world.Responsible for implementing and supervising accounting and administrative functions which in turn ensure the success of the company.

Phoenix, Arizona Area

Consultant CFO, Scottsdale AZ, 2008 – PresentAssumed the role of Chief Financial Officer on a temporary or part-time basis, serving client CEOs of small to mid-sized businesses by establishing a solid finance and operations structure in order to enable owners/operators to focus on profitability, thus building owner’s equity. Analyzed financial and operating performance of the client companies and recommended effective strategies, policies, processes and procedures.

Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance for US Operations; advices as financial expert on Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, issues, improvements, and potential risks. Responsible for publishing best practices in coordination with the Company's Global Internal Controls Group and External Audit Firm. Ensures good standing with the SEC, works to ensure that the Company’s processes are updated and the effectiveness of internal controls are properly documented and tested on an ongoing basis.

Directed the development and implementation of integrated SAP Finance and Controlling systems to improve business performance of the NAFTA Bayer Business Groups and Bayer central service functions. Responsible for directing a team of 50 SAP Finance individuals in defining business requirements and design configuration of the General Ledger, Product Costing, Project Systems, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Taxes and Business Controlling modules.

Directed and managed the controlling, accounting and financial analysis and planning functions for the $550 million Industrial Chemicals Division. Served as the primary financial officer and represented the business groups within the divison in all accounting and controlling matters. - Directed efforts to reduce costs and increase accuracy in financial reporting- Implemented a new divisional organization structure and the redesign of the yearly budget.- Prepared 5 year plans, developed cost/benefit analyses along with cash flow statements based on sales forecasts and trends.