Dynamic and results-motivated Management Executive eager to contribute operations, sales, financial, and team leadership proficiencies toward supporting the employer in optimizing bottom-line performance. 

 

 

Seasoned background in full range of financial management spanning planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, project leadership, internal controls, and revenue recognition. Accounting proficiency demonstrated through banking, general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, reporting, and reconciliations. Highly skilled in technical, quality and financial audits. Proven skills in analyzing a company s operational processes, expenses and controls to minimize risk and achieve exceptional levels of revenue growth.  Outstanding human resources experience including employee relations, compensation and benefits, retention, and regulatory compliance. CPA credential/licensure in progress.

 

Selected Achievements:

 

         Reduced expenditures at Barry s Ticket Service by 40%+ through renegotiating contracts and by sales order automation which accelerated processing time and reduced staffing requirements.

         Championed efforts for Spirent to pass first-year SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) audit with no material weaknesses at any US subsidiaries.

         Successfully acquired $3M private equity and venture capital and negotiated technology funding from Singapore Government, resulting in a non-dilutive financing of development for PrivaSys; simultaneously captured cost savings via partnership with offshore-based contract manufacturers.

         Exercised exemplary leadership expertise to orchestrate fundraising project at ProcurePoint which produced $4M in venture capital; wrote business plan, delivered presentation to partners, oversaw legal documentation, and conducted all negotiations.

         Significantly decreased cash burn rate for ProcurePoint from $900K+ to under $300K while simultaneously elevating performance through improved cost control and hiring practices.

         Resourcefully designed, implemented and administered cutting edge quality program (ISO) and audit system at MILwright, defined and documented internal controls and procedures, and launched continuous improvement initiatives.

         Grew sales and decreased expenses for MILwright though innovative customer partnership involving e-commerce system deployment.

 

 

Barry s Ticket Service, Inc., Calabasas, CA, 2007 to Present

CFO / COO

         Direct full-scope financial and operational strategy and structure for $60M Secondary Market Ticket Brokerage inclusive of human resources administration, training and development, and benefits and compensation.

         Planned, developed, and implemented GAAP-based financial information in preparation for M&A activity. 

         Selected and integrated accounting package into existing POS platform, successfully streamlining customer service, communications and accounting functions.

 

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Spirent Communications, Calabasas, CA, 2005 to 2007

Plant Controller and Senior Manager C Internal Controls

         Spearheaded accounting and reporting of Business Unit data for consolidation.

         Scrutinized revenue recognition practices and import/export process, and strategically restructured all major accounting functions to measurably optimize cost control and effectiveness.

         Orchestrated design, implementation and management of financial internal controls for US subsidiaries and information technology controls for corporation.

         Applied sharp technical savvy toward formulating IT processes to fortify change management, user provisioning, and internal controls.

 

PrivaSys, Newbury Park, CA, 2004 to 2005

CFO / Vice President C Finance and Operations

         Brought on board based on exceptional business and financial acumen to drive full spectrum of operations for credit card technology company.

         Employed outstanding versatility to oversee finance, accounting, operations, human resources, IT, security and facilities management.

         Devised policies and procedures, built forecasting and budgeting tools for presentation to Investors, Board and management, and handled audits and due diligence inquiries.

         Contributed to strong revenue growth by establishing effective combination of direct sales, license and enterprise software revenue streams.

 

ProcurePoint Travel Solutions, Sausalito, CA, 2000 to 2004

CFO / Controller

         Led complete finance, accounting, human resources, IT and administration for corporate travel software.

         Leveraged comprehensive accounting background to coordinate GL, AR, AP, payroll, tax, assets, balance sheet, and reporting at 96% of budget.

         Enforced financial controls and audit procedures to appreciably reduce audit costs.

         Prepared and administered client and vendor contracts and leases for facility and equipment.

         Drew upon significant HR expertise to seamlessly orchestrate lay-offs of 50+ personnel and assemble new Employee Benefits package including ESOP, incentive and compensation plans, and new benefits offerings.

 

MILwright, Santa Rosa, CA, 1989 to 2000

Vice President C Finance and Operations

         Pivotal player in broad-based functions such as strategic planning, financial systems, project management, marketing development, and operations and personnel management.

         Authored successful proposals and secured financing to support new market expansions and product launches.

         Crafted in-depth strategic and contingency plans resulting in new joint venture.

         Critically analyzed and determined budgets, prepared forecasts, managed cash flow, and piloted operations at 96% of projection.

         Researched, selected and installed state-of-the-art accounting system featuring detailed cost management, inventory tracking and reporting systems.

 

 

Master's in Business Administration, Golden Gate University, San Francisco, 1998

Bachelor s in Business Administration, Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA, 1994

Certified Quality Auditor, ISO 9000 Standards Board, 1997

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a <insert job title/position> capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

I bring to you a solid background in directing and performing extensive financial management operations, exemplary expertise in developing and implementing SOX-compliant policies and procedures, and outstanding capabilities in streamlining and enhancing internal control processes. To complement these qualifications, I offer polished organizational, analytical, planning, forecasting, and prioritization skills which are paramount as a <insert job title/position>.

 

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a driven and meticulous leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance, integrity, and initiative. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to <insert name of organization>, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

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