Robin Gossage Email & Phone Number

Rancho Cucamonga, Ca

Hired on to focus on P&L management and accountability, improve business performance, and return on investment. Responsible for formulating financial strategy, financial planning and analysis, annual and long term strategic planning, cost accounting, and CAPEX/Fixed Asset forecasting.Conducted a forensic analysis of the financial systems and procedures, identifying fraudulent practices of the Operations Director that overstated sales and order book. Established new procedures to rectify this as well as documented findings leading to dismissal of staff.Complete monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports which are presented to senior staff including executives in Paris and Singapore.Identified opportunities for improved health benefits at a lower cost and negotiated terms resulting in 35% cost savings. Oversaw transition to new benefits program.Implemented a more automated and secure payroll system saving 50% annually.Conducted research and analysis required to identify and hire a new CPA firm to partner with.Responsible for engaging at all levels to communicate and execute financial strategies including hourly associates on the manufacturing floor to our corporate CEO based in Paris.

Owner / Previous Employer requested my return to lead all financial efforts to assist the business in correcting and addressing financial issues they were facing. Identified inaccurate accounting principles and prepared corporate financial statements for 2007 to bring financial statements current. Completed all sales tax returns, census surveys, and 401(k) testing to bring company in compliance.

Worked with banks and lenders to find financing to meet a variety of consumer and commercial financing needs including purchases, refinances, second deeds of trust, and equity lines for residential, investment, and commercial properties. Evaluated clients' needs and provided the best financing and customer service available to insure satisfaction, repeat and referral business. Generated new clients, analyzed their needs and presented finance options to meet their goals.Networked and built relations with realtors and past clients to insure repeat and referral business.Created marketing materials to specific market segments to generate additional interest.100% self generated business.100% customer satisfaction with 75% of business repeat or referral business.Reason for leaving: Instability within real estate market due to economic downturn

Oversaw all aspects of finance, accounting, and human resources associated with this $26M plumbing manufacturer. Served on executive management team reporting directly to the owner. Analyzed underperforming products and implemented drastic changes to reduce expenses by 25%.Restructured corporate debt and negotiated bank financing resulting in savings of $25,000.month.Outsourced payroll and human resource department functions resulting in cost savings of over $150,000 per year.Negotiated corporate liability, medical and worker's compensation insurance plans. Evaluated and implemented company sponsored 401(k) plan and employee credit union.Structured joint venture with subsidiary in China and Mexico.Reason for leaving: Limited career growth opportunities

Oversaw all aspects of finance, accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, information systems, and payroll associated with the $28M manufacturer of load cells, strain gauges, and torque and vibration products with multiple divisions and international operations. Served as a Director of the corporation reporting directly to the President/Owner.Analyzed underperforming division and implemented drastic changes to reduce expenses.Restructured corporate debt and negotiated bank financing resulting in savings of 10% of prior financing agreements.Eliminated in-house payroll department and implemented automated payroll system.Implemented accounting controls and procedures at Costa Rican subsidiary.Provided continuing financing for joint venture in India.Analyzed potential acquisition to compliment existing product line and maximize sales revenues for mature division.Reviewed and negotiated insurance for worker's compensation, commercial property, marine, open cargo, employment practices, directors and officers, erisa bond, and international coverage.Participated in the due diligence and sale of company to Vishay Transducers, Inc.Reason for leaving: Business sold to Vishay Tranducers, Inc.

Oversaw all aspects of finance, accounting, and controlling associated with this $26M food company. Served as member of the executive staff reporting directly to the President/Owner.Streamlined stock holdings to provide better manageability and appropriate diversity and risk reduction.Managed substantive revisions to existing trusts, structure of business entities and tax-exempt foundation.Involved in numerous merger, acquisition and liquidation issues concerning subsidiary business entities; over saw asset sale of limited liability company, and assisted principals in liquidation plan and tax planning arising out of sale and dissolution of limited liability company.Ensured tax-exempt foundation complies with IRS 501(c)(3) Guidelines.Dissolved private loan company; responsible for tax planning and related legal issues resulting from bankruptcy of one business entity.Reason for leaving: Business dissolved in bankruptcy

Responsible for all aspects of finance, accounting and controlling associated with the $50M per year division. This included month end closings, budget preparation and analysis, general ledger management, account reconciliation, payroll, physical inventories and inventory valuation, asset management, and capital expenditures for manufacturing environments.

Education record

Education record

Master'S Courses, Executive Management