Perry Simpson Email & Phone Number

Langley, British Columbia, Canada

Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

19464 94 Ave, Surrey BC V4N 4E5

• Responsible for day-to-day management of a 50+ year old company in the transportation, logistics and warehousing industry mainly servicing the cable and wire industry throughout North America.
• Provide visionary leadership working alongside other senior executives for $50 million revenue company by executing detailed business development strategies highlighting market opportunities and emerging trends.
• Develop a culture that understands the importance of safety through awareness, root cause analysis, implementing improvements and accountability knowing such an approach leads to long-term success.
• Lead through challenging times with effective change management while looking for continuous improvement opportunities and recognizing the need for digital transformation in today’s environment.
• Oversee projects that introduce technological advancements which improve efficiencies and tighten integration with customers.
• Foster a strong corporate culture among 200 workers through empowering staff, coaching, providing development opportunities, and leading succession planning for critical roles.

Delta BC/Richmond BC

• Stepped into position for a sister company on short notice due to departure of General Manager while maintaining VP Finance responsibilities with Tenold Transportation.
• Built senior management team to oversee company with intent for self-sufficiency and effective operations utilizing existing employees.
• Developed and implemented strategic planning, management reporting, internal controls, safety policies, HR standards and IT strategies along with sound procedures/practices regarding credit and business risk.
• Advanced my skills in all aspects of warehousing industry and inventory management as well as ecommerce business.

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

• Responsible for financial and administrative operations of company including budgeting, audit, banking, human resources, information technology, insurance, legal, taxation and union negotiations.
• Developed annual strategic business plan through SWOT analysis, market research, and business data analytics to create unique value propositions for our customers and drive business profitability and increase.
• Built up value-added business to 15% of revenue over several years with direct dealings with customers throughout North America involving contract negotiations, asset allocation and building effective teams.
• Improved operational efficiencies through implementing policies and procedures, designing reporting processes and establishing controls to minimize risk and improve safety.
• Played a significant role in the sale of the company to public company through evaluating offers, negotiations and agreement reviews, working with external legal, accounting and tax advisors.
• Mentored and trained staff to enhance their development, foster morale and improve team effectiveness.

Surrey BC/Langley BC

Successfully managed and administered medium-sized professional accounting firms through strategic decision making, open communication and high organizational standardsProvided professional advice and services regarding accounting, auditing, tax and other related business services to small- and medium-sized companies in industries including non-profit.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Provided professional tax advice for companies in various industries including pharmaceutical, manufacturing and autoProvided tax advice regarding cross-border transactions, SR&D, trusts, US taxes, overseas employment, income tax compliance, resolving issues with tax authorities and income tax planningDeveloped and implemented corporate reorganization for.

Edmonton AB/Calgary AB/Toronto ON

Provided accounting and audit services to domestic and multi-national companies in industries including manufacturing, pharmaceutical, oil and gas, pension fund management, import and distribution, financial services, mining and government agencies

Ongoing Professional Development

In-Depth Tax Course

Chartered Accountant Designation

Bachelor Of Commerce - Bcom, Accounting And Business/Management