Ritesh Budree Email and Phone Number
Multi-faceted global leader with 20+ years of demonstrated success building/managing robust finance, accounting, procurement, and IT functions for a diverse range of fast-growing organizations. Recognized throughout career for comprehensive US/International accounting knowledge — as well as an extremely dedicated work ethic, strengths as a change manager, and a track record of helping organizations pivot and respond effectively to new challenges, growth requirements, and market risks. Areas of expertise include:• Executive Leadership & Board Reporting/Presentations• Strategic Planning, Vision & Goal-Setting• Accounting & Auditing Management (GAAP/IFRS)• Internal Controls & Risk Management • ERP & Accounting Software Selection / Implementation• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) / KPIs / Business Intelligence• Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Reporting• Strategic Decision Support / Dashboards / Data Visualization• Fundraising & Capital Formation / Roadshows / VP & PE Relations• Banking Relationship Management• Team Hiring, Mentoring, Leadership & Performance ManagementEducational credentials include a BCom, Accounting and BCom Honors, Accounting degrees from the University of Natal -- as well as designation as a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Software proficiency includes extensive use of SAP, QuickBooks, Sage, Carta, Workday/Adaptive, and Power BI.
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Cfo / Executive Vice President, FinanceUsnc Jun 2018 - PresentSeattle, Washington, Us• Hold executive-level finance responsibility for this innovative Seattle-based clean energy technology firm• Manage a 21-member global team responsible for all accounting, treasury, FP&A, and tax reporting needs• Advise the CEO on strategic business matters/risks—in addition to presenting to the Board of Directors• Support the design, licensing, manufacturing, and development of clean energy technologies/solutions• Manage relationships with major banks, as well as global suppliers and auditors • Develop and implement new operating, accounting, and supply chain policies globally• Lead multi-million dollar procurement contract negotiations with key U.S. and international suppliers• Lead evaluation and selection of new ERP system and implementation of Carta to manage the cap table• Oversees the development of business models and tariff modelling to maximize performance• Scaled the finance function from 3 to 21 staff and grew the overall company from 50 to 300 employees• Instrumental in implementing consolidated financial statements, enabling accounting for government projects, and infusing financial governance and complex modeling capabilities across the group• Curated investment data rooms—incl. technical data—as part of USNC’s Series A/B investment drive
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Chief Financial & Operating Officer / Board MemberGlobal First Power Ltd. 2018 - PresentOttawa, Ontario, Ca• Hired to develop the finance function for this fast-growing Canadian energy firm in the nuclear space• Recruited a staff of 5 to provide needed accounting/support to the enterprise• Developed sound operating policies to ensure compliance and help guide the firm’s growth/scaling• Worked closely with the Board of Directors on strategic planning, reporting, and goal-setting activities• Managed relations with the company’s external auditor, as well as key banking and treasury relationships• Led discussions with Canada’s Strategic Innovation Fund resulting in a grant/loan term sheet -
Chief Financial Officer / Acting Managing DirectorEon Consulting Aug 2014 - May 2018Johannesburg, Gauteng, Za• Recruited to this IT, Managed services and Energy Consultancy firm to oversee Finance/IT operations and hold board member roles for two group companies• Promoted to full oversight of the company, leading all ongoing strategy, planning, and execution efforts• Held full responsibility for financial control of the business, including treasury and cash flow • Partnered with fellow executive team members on ongoing strategic planning, vision, and goal-setting• Balanced financial resources against numerous evolving, competing demands within the organization• Monitored current/potential business risks (financial, operational, strategic) and mitigation strategies• Served as Head of the IT Steering committee, responsible for all strategic and operational IT matters• Redesigned the economic model for the business, including pricing strategy• Established new financial modeling and tariff modeling capabilities to support proposal development and project execution• Developed operating plans and facilitated pivotal communications with the board and shareholders• Managed, mentored, and developed a team of 5 direct reports—along with 50 indirect staff• Ensured performance standards were effectively communicated and maintained throughout the business• Developed an e-learning platform for South Africa’s largest University for the Department of Economics -
Commercial Manager, Manufacturing & Supply ChainSabmiller Sep 2012 - Aug 2014Woking, Surrey, Gb• Held multi-state financial oversight for 7 breweries, as well as hops farms and manufacturing entities• Performed complex FP&A functions and business calculations to support strategic/investment decisions• Drove implementation of IT automation and reporting initiatives to enhance manufacturing operations• Served as financial SME and managed relationships with key manufacturing division stakeholders• Led the annual budget planning and preparation process for the business, in addition to KPI reporting• Key member of a global team selected to improve variable cost management on a company-wide basis• Served as manufacturing lead in executing SAP product costing and reporting through all business units• Devised new budgeting and monthly reporting tools to enable greater time saving and ease of data access • Reduced monthly lost time during stock counts by more than half by automating the process in SAP• Led SAB’s variable costing national project to migrate manufacturing variances and reporting to SAP, resulting in an overall reduction in headcount. -
Regional Commercial Manager & Acting Financial ManagerSouth African Breweries Apr 2006 - Aug 2012Sandton, Gauteng, Za• Approved all capital expenditures and handled all PTP governance and corporate governance functions• Established links to analyze CapEx improvements on machinery to bottom-line operating performance • Built, mentored, and managed a 6 member financial team located in one of their largest breweries• Shifted the company from use of an Excel-based costing model to a far more robust SAP-based solution• Rolled out a new product costing stabilization program to over 7 manufacturing units • Structured and negotiated local contracts that resulted in $1M in annual savings for the operation -
Financial Accountant & Acting Procurement ManagerSabmiller Apr 2008 - Mar 2010Woking, Surrey, Gb• Oversaw all CapEx budgeting, financial accounting, management accounting, and payroll functions• Developed working capital policies/processes and directed all corporate procurement needs• Ensured compliance with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) regulations and other US/global regulatory requirements• Prepared budgets and quarterly forecasts, in addition to reviewing general ledger account reconciliations• Worked with cross-functional stakeholders across the business to ensure effective financial governance
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Financial Analyst/PlannerSabmiller Mar 2006 - Mar 2008Woking, Surrey, Gb• Joined the financial/accounting ranks of this UK-based multinational beer company with dual listings on LSE and JSE• Managed budgeting, variance analysis, and weekly/monthly KPI reporting for the second largest brewery• Prepared monthly reconciliations and monitored service line agreements for between departments
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Head Of Internal AuditAg Industries Apr 2004 - Feb 2006• Led auditing, risk assessment, and internal controls for this JSE-listed Glass and Aluminum Manufacturer• Prepared/delivered board reports, in addition to generating KPI roles to analyze corporate performance• Performed due diligence audits, special investigations, forensic audit work, and tax return preparation
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Accountant TraineePwc Jan 2001 - Jan 2004Gb• Gained deep early-career foundation of accounting skills working for this “Big 4” public accountancy • Served as auditor in charge of various audit projects for both private businesses and the public sector• Prepared tax returns and responded to tax queries from the government’s Revenue Services agency
Ritesh Budree Education Details
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University Of Kwazulu-NatalAccounting And Business/Management -
University Of Kwazulu-NatalAccounting And Finance
Frequently Asked Questions about Ritesh Budree
What company does Ritesh Budree work for?
Ritesh Budree works for Usnc
What is Ritesh Budree's role at the current company?
Ritesh Budree's current role is Executive Vice President/CFO, Finance: Expertise in Financial Strategy, Fundraising, Accounting/Auditing & Team Leadership.
What schools did Ritesh Budree attend?
Ritesh Budree attended University Of Kwazulu-Natal, University Of Kwazulu-Natal.
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