Jim Stuckey Email & Phone Number

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

Chief Financial Officer ➤ Valued business partner known for inspiring teams to drive strategic growth and maximize efficiency | Strategic Planning | Relationship Building | Finance & Accounting Strategy | Risk AnalysisI was recruited to revamp and lead Packaging Specialties’ finance function with a team of 7 direct reports and oversight of the HR department. In addition to creating a new department structure, I am implementing new processes to better position the company for… Show more Chief Financial Officer ➤ Valued business partner known for inspiring teams to drive strategic growth and maximize efficiency | Strategic Planning | Relationship Building | Finance & Accounting Strategy | Risk AnalysisI was recruited to revamp and lead Packaging Specialties’ finance function with a team of 7 direct reports and oversight of the HR department. In addition to creating a new department structure, I am implementing new processes to better position the company for growth.Select Accomplishments: REVENUE GROWTH: I contributed to an additional $25M/year in revenue by developing and executing on multiple strategies to improve operational efficiency. PROCESS IMPROVEMENT: I instituted monthly financial reviews and annual budgeting processes to improve planning for future ups and downs in the business. RISK MITIGATION: I reduced fraud and fraud-related costs down to 0 by collaborating with the bank to implement positive pay procedures. TECHNOLOGY ENHANCEMENT: I modernized financial reporting by overseeing the implementation of Epicor Kinetic cloud ERP platform and dashboard to automate financial calculations and reporting. Show less

JV Manufacturing/Cram-A-LotChief Financial OfficerI was initially hired as a staff accountant and earned my way up to lead the finance function for JV Manufacturing. As Chief Financial Officer, I led a team of 10 in accounts payable/receivable, credit, payroll, and human resources. I also oversaw the information systems department.Select Accomplishments: INVENTORY CONTROL: I boosted inventory accuracy from 45% to 95% by leading a strategy to create one standard system out of… Show more JV Manufacturing/Cram-A-LotChief Financial OfficerI was initially hired as a staff accountant and earned my way up to lead the finance function for JV Manufacturing. As Chief Financial Officer, I led a team of 10 in accounts payable/receivable, credit, payroll, and human resources. I also oversaw the information systems department.Select Accomplishments: INVENTORY CONTROL: I boosted inventory accuracy from 45% to 95% by leading a strategy to create one standard system out of multiple legacy systems. We moved from monthly inventory counts to annual counts, saving $15K/count. REVENUE GROWTH: I created a competitive edge for the company and accelerated revenue growth by leading the company to be the first among competitors to implement the Infor SyteLine ERP system to automate manufacturing processes.  AUDITS: My team achieved preferred audit client status with no irregularities found over my leadership tenure in the finance department. CASH MANAGEMENT: I reduced days sales outstanding (DSO) by over 40%, increasing cash flow for the company and creating ability to secure new clients who needed extended DSO.  TALENT DEVELOPMENT: I developed high-performing finance team members who started with no experience with finance or accounting. I also advocated for more women in leadership roles, achieving 3 woman-led departments by the end of my tenureAwardsFeatured in Arkansas’ Talk Business & Politics (TBP) 40 under 40 serieshttps://talkbusiness.net/2017/01/profile-2000-jim-stuckey/JV Manufacturing, Vice-President of Finance, 2001 – 2013JV Manufacturing, Controller, 1996 – 2001JV Manufacturing, Department Manager, 1990 - 1996Brunner & Lay, Staff Accountant, 1988 – 1990Peel Mansion Interiors, Staff Accountant, 1986 - 1987 Show less