Assumed the role of Corporate Controller for this $730 million (ENR Top 100) General Contractor / Construction Manager after relocating to Rochester in January, 2010. The company operates in the General Building arena, with focus on the Commercial, Higher Ed, K-12 and Healthcare segments.
Currently manage all financial operations as we continue our revenue growth from $509M to $730M over the past four years.
Regularly interface with Project Teams/Ops Mgrs challenging estimates, forecasted profits and projected cash flows. Retooled and implemented quarterly closing and forecasting process that decreased closing time from 60 days to 15 and led to cleaner, more reliable data.
Manage, review and plan overhead spending with an eye towards reducing waste.
Oversaw selection process and procedures necessary for implementation of new ERP system (Viewpoint). This included development of a more efficient and accurate WIP model.
Implemented cash distribution controls that have led to doubling cash reserves in two years.
Managed the due diligence, and led the integration of, two turn-key asset acquisitions made over the past two years.
Manage the external auditor engagement and relationship, leading to the delivery of audited financials three months sooner than they had traditionally been delivered.
Work closely with Risk Management group, project teams and our insurance captive in the execution of multiple successful CCIP programs.
LVI Services, Inc., New York, NY
2006-2009
Group Controller
Controller for $400 million New York City based Specialty Contractor specializing in turnkey demolition, abatement and remediation.
Held direct financial management, including P&L; responsibility, of major at risk demolition projects at multiple sites around the country.
Responsible for all facets of Financial Statement generation, reporting and forecasting on a monthly basis for over 25 office locations.
Managed overhead spend and IT initiatives / implementations.
Managed overhaul of all job costing, payroll and financial reporting systems.
Implemented additional financial controls and audits as company continues to grow at a rapid pace.
Developed more robust Fixed Asset and Equipment tracking processes.
Led financial team responsible for Mergers and Acquisitions.
Worked with Big 4 outside auditors to compile Annual Financial Statements.
Responsible for developing operational and overhead budgets and variance analytics for entire company.
Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc., New York, NY
1999-2005
Vice President of Finance / Controller, PB International, Inc.
Vice President of Finance / Controller, PB Power, Inc.
Financial professional for one of the largest Engineering/Design/Construction firms in the world with over $1.3 billion in annual revenues. Held roles in subsidiaries focused on Power Generation and Energy Services as well as International Infrastructure development.
Deputy to COO for International Operations responsible for implementing Operational Performance Measurement and Key Performance Indicators.
Member of Strategic Planning Team for compiling Five Year strategic Plan.
Conducted regular project reviews of at risk EPC projects with Operations Group and joint-venture partners.
Responsible for Global P&L; consolidation, reporting and analysis with emphasis on Europe, Africa and Middle East operations.
Worked closely with Operation Managers in developing project budgets and contract negotiations as well as analyzing profitability across market sectors.
Took lead in providing financial training for non-financial managers.
Integral member of Bid Review Team responsible for risk mitigation.
Compiled costing models and bid documents for major Program Management pursuits in both the US and abroad.
Joined company as Finance Manager working with Program Managers in budgeting and tracking projects from proposal to completion.
Datastream Inc., New York, NY
1996-1999
Controller
Member of Senior Management Team for $40 million NA subsidiary of global financial market data provider later purchased by the Thomson/Reuters conglomerate.
Westcon Services,
Tuckahoe, NY 1995-1996
Assistant Controller
Entrepreneurial start-up company focusing on LAN/Network Management training and certification.
United Parcel Service, Dallas, TX 1990-1994 Accounting Supervisor Started as an intern and was later relocated and promoted to a management position in the largest transportation company in the world and given an equity position.
Education
State University of NY - Empire State College, Saratoga Springs NY
B.S., Finance.
Attended school at night while maintaining a full-time job.
Member of CFMA and obtaining CCIFP accreditation
Skills
Highly proficient in Viewpoint V6, SQL, Oracle 11i Financial Applications, Hyperion, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, MS Project), Timberline, Primavera Scheduling and Contract Manager, Visual Basic, various accounting packages.
