SUMMARY:

• Highly accomplished financial professional who uses entrepreneurial drive, financial expertise, global savvy and team motivation to develop and lead an outstanding group of Finance and Technology professionals.
• Extensive experience developing and managing multi - million dollar budgets and establishing world-class accounting, finance and technology platforms.
• Committed to assembling, managing and maintaining world-class multi-skilled teams that focus on customers, shareholder, stakeholder and employee, delivering win-win results for all participants, Outstanding leadership, organizational and project management skills.
• Very flexible and open to relocation.
• While working for one of the US largest banks my scope and breadth of responsibilities increased over time (15 Years) from Assistant Vice President to Senior Vice President. I held positions ranging from Manager of Legal Entity Financial Reporting to Global Legal Entity Controllership for the Confidential and Several Line of Business Controllerships (CFO).
• Led the development and implementation of client profitability systems and other financial reporting systems for large Confidential . Adept at using Microsoft Office and other financial software including Hyperion - Essbase and other fourth-generation systems.
• Responsibilities included all aspects of Financial Planning, Analysis (DCF, IRR, IRI, and EVA), Financial Reporting (10Q and Call reports) and accounting issues for various banking business units with assets of over $80 Billion and revenue in excess of $4.5 Billion.
• Senior Finance role in Corporate Accounting, Analysis and Reporting with responsibilities of consolidating the financial results of the $600 Billion Confidential and by business segment.
• Proven leadership skills managing large teams ( 25-100 associates) in a fast paced and highly matrixed organization (six locations).
• Strong conceptual thinker with outstanding analytical skills to break down complex issues, while communicating the results in simple terms to management at all levels of the organization.
• Managed the day-to-day operation of a liberal arts college
• Reduced the debt level at the college over 38% in 9 months.
• Coordinated all activities related to the implementation of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) section 404 requirements for the Operations Group.
• Implemented Electronic Reimburse Imbursement System for $1 billion Non Profit Confidential (IExpense - Oracle Module)
• Outsourced the Accounts Payables function including the printing of all checks to third party source.
• Developed rebate program for EPayables, Travel Cards and Purchase Cards that will generate $1-3 million in rebates.
• Created complex account reconciliations between PeopleSoft GL and subsidiary ledgers, 10Q-10K SEC disclosures

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

• Corporate / Team Leadership Process Re - engineering/ Shared Services SOX / Regulatory Compliance
• Project Management Policies / Procedure Implementation SEC Reporting / Restatement
• Performance Based Management Turnaround Management Technical / Business Acumen
• Financial Planning / Budgeting Strategic Planning / Development Financial Analysis
• Client Due Diligence Merger and Acquisition Analysis Capital Markets

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power-point, Access and Visio) Hyperion Essbase Business Objects Crystal Reports
• Large ERP Systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft, Epicor, McCormick and Dodge)
• (Extensive list of technical, professional certifications and seminars provided on request)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Senior Consultant

Confidential, Charlotte, NC

Responsibilities:

• Provided clients in several industries with finance, accounting and strategy support. These duties included were not limited to the following.
• Developed and implemented a Human Capital Transition Plan to support decision to move to shared services platform.
• Provide management with the tools necessary to communicate and document the entire process.
• Developed talking points for leadership and management team
• Provided guidance and review of the financial impact for the business transition period that included several years.
• Reviewed processes and procedures while implementing process improvements that improved the overall business efficiency.
• Performed business assessment for client businesses.

Senior Finance Consultant

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Provided accounting and financial services for various clients in Consumer Products, Healthcare, Government, Higher Education, Real Estate Development, Technology and Financial Services. These duties included but were not limited to the following.
• Assisted in system conversions, provided financial and operational due diligence, developed financial statements, provided financial analysis, developed strategy for human capital initiative and reviewed financial controls/testing.
• Assisted clients in raising capital and financing for projects and working capital.

Senior Vice President, CFO and Treasurer

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Managed the Confidential ’s revenues, cash flow, investments, banking, and the development and maintenance of a financial accounting system and developed procedures for the day-to-day management of corporate assets and finances.
• As part of the executive team, participate in the development and implementation of corporate direction and strategic objectives; including the development of operating policies and procedures for organizational business units to assure attainment of these corporate objectives.
• Ensured strong financial internal control framework is in place to assure strong fiscal oversight and adherence sponsor guidelines and government regulations. (Implemented New Enterprise Wide Risk Management Program)
• Developed and implemented financial guiding principles that helped in the analysis and management of daily and monthly cash flows.
• Issued RFP for New Insurance Program ($3.5 Million in Annual Premiums)
• Provided leadership for corporate financial activities to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, Local, and sponsoring entities.
• Led Finance Team initiatives (fringe benefits cost evaluation development, annual retirement plan financial statements, F&A proposals and the annual financial/operating plan including annual 990 and provided support for the A-133 audit).
• Reported on a regular basis, to the State University of New York and the Research Foundation’s Board of Directors on the financial condition of the Research Foundation including its investments portfolio ($300 Million) and recommend any actions if necessary.
• Ensured the Research Foundation effectively and efficiently used technology to meet the needs of the campus 30 locations, streamlined processes, and supported the RF and SUNY strategic direction.
• Managed the alignment of two critical RF support functions; finance and information technology to support the corporate mission and strategic plan by implementing shared services strategies.
• Represented the organization with internal and external constituencies, including Federal and New York State government agencies, corporations, campus presidents and executives and outside consultants and advisors.
• Developed and implemented 3 year plan for the Office of the Chief Financial Officer.
• Improved the working environment and morale of the Office of the Chief Financial Officer
• Negotiated and implemented new online travel program for all 30 locations ($25+ Million in Travel spend)

Managing Director

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Strategy Development and Planning
• Business Development, Governmental Liaison and Procurement
• Merger and Acquisitions Analysis (Mortgage, Banking and Asset Management)
• Client Due Diligence (Mortgage Servicing)
• Financial Advisory (Consultation)
• Implemented policies and procedures for clients
• Redesigned accounting process
• Managed the evaluation and implementation of new ERP system (Epicor)
• Managed client relationships
• Reviewed operational process and proposed recommendations (Mortgage Operations)

Senior Asset Manager (Consultant)

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Managed and dissolve subsidiaries acquired by the FDIC from various failed financial institutions.
• Coordinated efforts with Legal Matters, Risk Management, Accounting and Reporting to ensure the effective handling of all aspects of the subsidiary management process.
• Created a Business Plan, for each subsidiary, defining the goals and objectives of management.
• Completed subsidiary due diligence checklist for each acquired subsidiary.
• Completed the first year budget for each of the acquired subsidiary including anticipated expenses necessary for the management and disposition of each subsidiary.
• Prepared and presented written recommendations to the FDIC Oversight Manager, in case format as may be reasonable or necessary, regarding disposition or transfer of subsidiaries and/or their assets.
• Prepared, coordinated, implemented and directed the corporate resolutions of each subsidiary, as appropriate, to accommodate the necessary actions of such subsidiaries.
• Prepared and submitted integral disposition plans on specific subsidiaries and/or their assets, as requested by the Oversight Manager.
• Prepared a narrative report and present a monthly briefing of the significant activities of each subsidiary.
• Reviewed and analyzed the balance sheet of failed institutions (Pro-Forma Accounting)

Senior Project Manager (Consultant)

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Provided financial and analytical support for state regulatory examination.
• Completed 2006 annual statement (blue books) filing with NAIC and state regulators
• Compiled and completed audited financial statements for 2006
• Developed plan for the implementation of internal control project (Sox Compliant)
• Document all process and procedures
• Test and remediate internal controls
• Developed policy and procedures for Fixed Assets, Monthly G/L Reconciliations, and the opening and closing of G/L accounts.
• Reviewed SAS 70 audits of third party providers to ensure adequate internal controls were being used to protect the integrity of OMFN’s information.

Senior Project Manager (Consultant)

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Established and maintain partnerships between technology and business groups (Securities Accounting), and work with teams to offer solutions that enable business goals.
• Planned and tracked iterative developments cycles and provide regular feedback to management.
• Worked with project sponsors to research, analyze plans, define goals, and measure success.
• Negotiated overall scope of projects, defining concrete and measurable project deliverables.
• Resolved problems, determined solutions, tracked and managed issues, and escalated when appropriate.
• Worked effectively with Multiple Project Teams, Development, QA, Client Integration Team and other Stakeholders
• Assisted in the SOX 404 documentation of all business activities at the National Property Disposition Center (NPDC)
• Identified and documented entries impacted by the restatement for the National Property Disposition Center (NPDC)
• Developed and documented testing procedures to verify new accounting policies (FAS-157, SOP 03-3, FAS-5) are being correctly applied in the Single Family REO Group.
• Created models in Excel that provided auditors evidence and traceability of testing results.
• Designed queries in Business Objects and Access to extract test data in a timely and accurate manner.
• Complex account reconciliations between PeopleSoft GL and subsidiary ledgers, 10Q-10K SEC disclosures.

Vice President of Operations (Consultant)

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Ensure proper procedures and controls are established and adhered to throughout Operations so that integrity and consistency of operations data is maintained in compliance with policies and practices.
• Develop process metrics for Operations and create strategic/tactical strategies supporting continuous improvement.
• Managed premiums, claims and retrocession activities and partner with actuarial and finance departments to create seamless end-to-end financial reporting, reserve, and financial analysis processes.
• Partner with actuarial and financial departments to oversee month end, quarter end, and year-end data collections, premium reporting and variance reporting process.
• Prepared and administered operating expense budget for operations group. Analyze actual expenses vs. budget and explain variances. Recommend cost containment measures.
• Coordinated all activities related to the implementation of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) section 404 requirements for the Operations Group.
• Lead ongoing efforts to enhance workflow to improve productivity, efficiency & customer service.
• Hired, coached, supervised & trained staff of approximately 100 associates. Managed 7 direct reports.

Consultant

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the day to day operation of the college including Enrollment Services, Academic Affairs, Fiscal Affairs, Facilities Management, Public Safety and Office of Technology.
• Reduced outstanding debt from $40MM to $25MM through aggressive restructuring and compromise.
• Managed $2M government grant to improve the technology and telecommunications infrastructure, while reduce the ongoing cost for services at the college.
• Implemented a business approach to running the college, while continuing to focus on the values of higher education.
• Developed a plan for the Financial Stability and Recovery of the college.
• Obtained additional short-term financing, while restructuring the long term debt for the college
• Generated additional revenues through partnerships with other entities by leveraging the excess real estate and technology infrastructure.
• Implemented controls and procedures to monitor the daily cash flow of the college.
• Developed a downsizing strategy that reduced the monthly expenses from over $2.2 Million to approximately $525 thousand a month.
• Participated in negotiation with the Department of Education regarding issues related to the loss of accreditation and the process for regaining accreditation.
• Participated in discussion with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) regarding the core requirements for regaining accreditation.

Senior Vice President

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Finance Executive (CFO) for the Corporate Bank, Syndications, Real Estate Banking, Treasury Management, International Banking, Private Equity, M&A, Emerging Markets Investment Banking and Middle Market Investment Banking Groups with responsibilities including interpreting accounting polices/procedures (Fas91, 115,125, 133 and 14 0) financial reporting, financial analysis (DCF, IRR, IRI, and EVA) and business consulting.
• Served as CFO and controller for product and industry groups within the Global and Investment Bank for over 13+ years.
• Interacted with executive management concerning reporting procedures, accounting policies, operational issues and financial/strategic business issues.
• Implemented shared services for various finance and operations groups.
• Managed the preparation of monthly forecast and variance analyses.
• Managed the customer profitability system and provided reporting and analysis.
• Managed the development of the group’s annual profit plan, strategic plan and related presentations for executive management.
• Strong knowledge of investment banking, credit and deposit products, funds transfer pricing, capital allocation (RAROC), loss measurement and performance measurement systems.
• Managed the post integration activities of the Finance, Global Finance and Corporate Banking Groups.
• Played a significant role in cost reductions strategies ($ 30-40 MM), improving operating efficiencies, and deploying resources (Industry Focus and Latin America)
• Led the development of performance measurements tools and scorecards for the evaluations of Bankers and Industry Groups.
• Managed directly and i ndirectly 25-40 accounting and technology professionals in 6 different locations.
• Reduced the monthly production of the client profitability system schedule by 5 workdays, while improving the accuracy of client profitability information.
• Scope and breadth of responsibilities increased over time from Assistant Vice President to Senior Vice President and that included responsibilities supporting one business unit to entire lines of business that included several business units.

Senior Vice President

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Served at the Global Legal Entity Controller for the Confidential
• Managed the monthly financial close and consolidation function for the Confidential ($400Bn in assets).
• Partner with the Line of Business CFO’s and Subsidiary CFO’s to ensure the accuracy of the monthly, quarterly and annual financial results for the Confidential .
• Managed the quarterly and annual preparation of financial information to meet Regulatory and SEC reporting requirements (10Q, 10K and Call reports).
• Coordinated the preparation of financial information for the Board of Directors and other executive officers of the Confidential .
• Managed the preparation of detail analysis of financial results for the presentation to the analyst community on a quarterly basis.
• Integrated the financial books and records of acquired companies into the Confidential financials.