Michael Sowinski Email & Phone Number

Madison, Wi, Us

Parets Del Vallés, Barcelona, Es

Waunakee, Wisconsin, Us

Waunakee, Wisconsin, Us

Madison, Wi, Us

SVA Consulting is a leading provider of technology solutions. I work with senior management teams who have business challenges. As a trusted advisor, my leadership and guidance help assess, define, and solve those matters. The CFO perspective is at the heart of these solutions; I create an information technology vision that aligns with long-term business strategy and demonstrate project management leadership to ensure accountability for targeted milestones. I educate clients on what is best for their long-term interests, develop solutions to solve everyday challenges with a positive return on investment, as well as establish appropriate internal controls and segregation of duties as part of any technological solution.

Madision, Wi, Us

Wisconsin Bankers Association is Wisconsin’s largest trade association representing the financial industry. Built a vision to replace outdated and fragmented systems in collaboration with senior management. Recruited to be an agent of change for the finance, information technology, human resources, and facilities management departments. Charged with aligning and integrating technology with the business strategy. Reported financial position to the audit and finance committee on a bi-monthly basis.

Middleton, Wi, Us

The Bruce Company is a landscape design/build services company, garden center, and nursery wholesaler. Significantly upgraded the technology infrastructure to support the business, as well as restructured staff assignments in finance, information technology, and administrative support. Elected to the Board of Directors and chosen to align technology with the business strategy. Collaborated with the executive team to maximize operational efficiency and profitability. Performed evaluation, selection and implementation of the financial system to replace dated and fragmented technology. Recruited stakeholders from various functional areas to contribute to and to be accountable for the initial collaborative budget, resulting in a more unified and elevated awareness of resource allocation.

Middleton, Wi, Us

Montreuil, Ile De France, Fr

Best Energies was an international developer of clean energy solutions. Provided accounting and financial support, including all administrative functions and shareholder record keeping, as well as offered all-around support for the finance, information technology, and human resources functions. Managed banking and insurance relationships. Developed financial modeling for ethanol plants based on various production scenarios. Created and implemented the initial employee benefits package and employee manual. Installed an industry-standard (bio-fuel) accounting system.

JT Packard & Associates is a national service provider of network-critical power systems. Recruited to build a scalable infrastructure to sustain continued hyper-growth of the company. Performed a key role in managing the external audit, tax preparation, and due diligence activities leading to the eventual sale of the company. Strengthened internal controls and workflow for efficiency gains and scalability.

Techline USA, a division of Erdman Holdings, was a state-of-the-art manufacturing company that produced cabinetry and office furniture primarily for the health care industry.Recruited to be a change-agent and reported to the Vice-President / General Manager. Directed the efforts of the finance, operations, payroll, employee benefits, and casualty insurance, as well as supported the J.D. Edwards system implementation. Key participant in the transformation of a “make-to-stock” to a “make-to-order” manufacturing facility. Served on the union contract negotiating committee.

Middleton, Wisconsin, Us

Electronic Theatre Controls is a global leader in the manufacture of lighting and rigging technology for entertainment and architectural applications.Managed the global financial reporting and budgeting process, as well as implemented accounting practices to ensure accurate financial reporting. Coordinated and managed the annual audit. Established quarterly performance objectives for staff. Served as the accounting liaison to the information technology department. Supported senior management’s “special request” reporting needs and analysis.

Madison, Wi, Us

Madison Gas & Electric Company is a community energy company distributing electricity and natural gas to the communities it serves. Contributed to the financial reporting process, including quarterly and annual SEC reporting and to the Board of Directors. Managed the electronic payment system. Participated in the selection of $200,000 cash processing equipment. Facilitated treasury management responsibilities including debt securities and interest rate swaps. Contributed to external audit activities. Assisted in the Shareholder Services department and volunteered at annual shareholder meetings.

Madison, Wi, Us

Madison Gas & Electric Company is a community energy company distributing electricity and natural gas to the communities it serves. Performed audits in accordance with the plan developed by senior management and the audit committee. Created an audit “findings” database to track and identify internal control weaknesses and outstanding issues. Automated the data extraction process used during field-testing, as well as procedures related to system testing. Assessed internal controls across a wide range of company functions. Maintained existing and created new audit programs and risk matrices.

Portage Lumber is a hardware and lumber store that serves general contractors and residential consumers. Prepared monthly financial statements and performed all relevant analysis. Responsible for all accounting and financial functions, including budgeting. Administered corporate payroll and managed the human resources function. Assisted in the strategic planning phase of a store expansion project. Evaluated, implemented, and monitored internal control policies and procedures. Supervised property management activities for approximately 150 rental units. Managed the year-end physical inventory process. Designed, implemented, and managed a client-server network. Installed a bar-coding system to improve the tracking and pricing practices for 25,000+ units of inventory.

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Famous Footwear is a global footwear company that offers a diverse portfolio of brands, athletic and casual shoes and apparel. Managed 750+ store budgets for $750 million company. Performed weekly and monthly sales and statistical analyses for all stores. Assisted the controller and chief financial officer in the month-end closing process. Automated a statistical analysis program for the vice-president of operations to evaluate daily store performance.

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Famous Footwear is a global footwear company that offers a diverse portfolio of brands, athletic and casual shoes and apparel. Assisted in establishing team goals for the management information systems bonus program. Supported the accounting, payroll, and human resources information systems. Installed real estate management software to track 750+ store leases. Documented financial system data flows and procedures.

Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bba, Double Major: Accountancy & Management Information Systems