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Fabricator of proprietary custom foam products for various end markets - Filled the role of interim CFO after the abrupt exit of the previous financial leader right after the company’s acquisition by private equity.• With no transition plan in place, I quickly took the lead, using investigative skills to understand the company’s financial situation.• Implemented a more efficient accounting close process, that resulted in a change from a quarterly close taking two weeks to a monthly close in five days.• Prepared the first budget in the company’s history, providing a strong foundation for future financial planning and decision-making.• Presented the financials to the board of directors, that included representatives from several private equity firms who made investments in the company.

Global Healthcare BPO. Provides technology and revenue cycle management services. Led the acquisition efforts of six companies, including one that was international.  Led all steps of company sale from intermediary selection to the final purchase agreement. Strong track record of acquiring and developing administrative talent, then mentoring "stretch hires" to high-level achievements and service to internal customers.  Responsible for all aspects of global finance function for five entities, including offshore entities with multiple locations in the Philippines and India.

Manufacturer of High-Performance Glass for Mission-Critical Applications Key player in negotiation of historical five–year labor agreement to avoid labor strike.  Effectively managed cash and banking relationship during liquidity crisis with no cash infusion from stockholders. Implemented new management accounting practices. These included plant metrics, measuring profitability of over 2,000 products, cash and income forecasting, breakeven points, cost-benefit analysis, departmental budgeting, and capital spending justification.

Deregulated natural gas marketing

American energy company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and pipeline transport.

One of the largest independently-owned certified public accounting and financial consulting firms in the Pittsburgh area