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Senior Level Financial Executive

Strategic Planning / Profit Improvement / Business Turn-Arounds / SEC Compliance

Seasoned, dynamic and proactive Senior Level Executive with broad based experience in Fiscal Accountability, Business Administration, Legal Compliance, and Cost Containment eager to integrate strong leadership, analytical skills, and demonstrated financial management talent toward supporting the business objectives of a progressive employer.  Core competencies include:

 

   SEC Reporting/Compliance

   Strategic Planning and Execution

   Natural Leadership Style

   Problem Solving and Resolution

   Manage Mergers/Acquisitions/Integrations

 

   Business Analysis/Process Improvement

   Risk Assessment/Risk Management

   Persuasive and Effective Communicator

   Develop Complex Financial/ROI Models

   Gain Respect/Cooperation of Executives

Professional Profile

   Coordinate and evaluate financial statements and supporting information systems including budgeting, financial reporting, tax planning, and cash xxxxxxow management; ensure compliance with reporting requirements.

   Establish and maintain appropriate internal control safeguards, develop and implement finance, accounting, billing and auditing procedures.

   Direct the implementation of strategic business and/or operational plans, projects, programs, and systems.

   Analyze cash xxxxxxow, cost controls, and expenses to guide management; review financial statements to pinpoint potential liabilities.

   Establish short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures. 

 

 

2009 to Present:  Midmark's, City, State - Chief Financial Officer

   Apply dynamic critical thinking and strategic planning skills to provide financial leadership for this <type of organization>; lead international business planning to acquire a majority interest in a company in India.

   Ensure adequate controls are installed and that substantiating documentation is approved and available such that all purchases may pass independent and governmental audits.

   Develop and monitor operations budget, perform cost analysis, oversee coordination of fiscal reporting activities and develop complex financial models to determine future direction.

2006 to 2008:  Qorval LLC., Director

   Provided key financial leadership to commercial clients for this Crisis and Transition Interim Executive Management Professional Services Firm; worked with clients on-site to manage day to day operations, lead turnaround strategies, and position organizations for successful merger or acquisition.

 

2007 to 2008:  EDART Truck Leasing C Chief Financial Officer

   Led aggressive turnaround strategies for this commercial equipment leasing, rentals and repair service; successfully positioning organization for successful sale.

   Quickly delivered results and returned organization to operating profitability; restructured Senior Credit Facility and restored lender confidence, implemented stricter internal controls and enhanced communication results among leadership team.

   Maintained oversight for all finance, insurance and tax related matters; secured a Letter of Intent to acquire the Company for an equity value in excess of expectations, and managed execution of sale.

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2007 to Year Here:  ADS Logistics, LLC C Financial Consultant/CRO Support

   Led organization through liquidity crisis and subsequent debt restructuring plans; fostered working relationships with lenders, and developed aggressive cost containment strategies to optimize revenue results.

 

2006 to 2007:  O Sullivan Industries, Inc. C Acting Chief Financial Officer (at the request of Wachovia, NA.)

   Provide leadership and oversight for all financial aspects of this manufacturing organization; preserved company assets, spearheaded sales processes for portions of the business, negotiated terms and collaborated with financial institutions to secure optimized financial impact.

                                   

2005 to 2006:  Catalina Lighting, Inc. - Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer and Secretary

   Drove financial operations for this manufacturing and distribution organization; implemented tactical cost containment measures to enhance profitability results.

   Championed new system integration to streamline tracking and financial monitoring processes for treasury management, risk assessment, financing, tax planning and debt restructuring.

   Introduced a 13 week cash xxxxxxow forecasting and 12 month cash position forecasting program.

   Led negotiations for the acquisition of a $20MM lighting distributor and completely integrated operations within 5 months without business interruption.

   Negotiated the sale and managed the tax implications for the organizations 1,800 employee manufacturing plant in China.

 

2002 to 2005:  Holiday RV Superstores, Inc. - CEO/CFO

   Selected by majority shareholder to take over CEO duties in 2003; maintained complete accountability for all SEC compliance, staff development, financial reporting, treasury management, risk assessment, financing, investor relations and debt restructuring for this publicly traded organization.

   Successfully negotiated and executed a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Reorganization plan which allowed the majority owners to retain nearly $12 million in tax benefits while ensuring the senior creditors recovered a majority of their investment.

   Delisted the Company and avoided significant costs associated with SEC compliance; implemented a centralized treasury management program and established standardized budgeting and forecasting procedures.

 

Additional Related Positions

 

1998 to 2002:  Aviation Sales Company - Corporate Controller and Director of Financial Planning

1989 to 1998:  Arthur Andersen LLP - Audit and Business Advisory Manager (CPA)

 

 

University of Tampa, Tampa, XXXXXX - Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Certified Professional Accountant (CPA), Inactive

 

Member, Financial Executives International & Associate Member, Global Economic Forum

 

 

 

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<Date>

 

<Hiring Contact Name>

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<Company Name>

<Address>

<City, ST Zip>

 

Dear Mr./Ms. ____:

 

Dear Hiring Manager,

 

 

Are you seeking a dynamic, knowledgeable and proactive Finance Management Executive to join your team?  If so, please accept the attached resume' as application for the position of (Position Here).

 

I am certain that you are seeking a visionary leader with a strong management traits and the ability to cultivate meaningful business relationships.  As a Chief Financial Officer Candidate, I believe my experience, skills and abilities are exactly what you are seeking.  I have the ability to lead finance administration, fiscal accountability, tax preparation, merger/acquisition activities and financial reporting requirements to support corporate viability and cash management.

 

I am a well respected and successful leader because I have found a way to balance the needs of the business, while carefully enhancing the culture and employee relations strategies during change management and growth periods.   I have a reputation for fairness and open-mindedness and a track record of supporting corporate accountability.

 

I have significant experience in leading aggressive process improvement strategies in operations, finance, employee development and operations functions, resulting in increases in overall profits and revenue.  I have improved operations through the implementation of new processes and procedures, and have been instrumental in inxxxxxxuencing exceptional growth.

 

The accompanying resume can give you an overview of my potential for making a worthwhile contribution to <firm or company name>.  I believe it would be beneficial to us both to further discuss your organization s goals and how I can help you meet them.  I will look forward to your call.

 

Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Sincerely,