Below are the 14 CFO's with multiple industries & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides CFO's and controllers with your industry & systems experience on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Is impacting your organization with a chief financial officer (CFO) with extensive work experience in a home healthcare facility a current business consideration? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Major in Accounting. Professional certifications involve Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Software skills include Lawson, FRX, Crystal Reports, Sage, ADP, Great Plains (MS Dynamics), Hyperion, Essbase, SAP, JD Edwards, Turbo Tax and QuickBooks. Recent accomplishments include implementation of financial ERP application, acquisition due-diligence (buy & sell side), set up and direction of three concurrent new ventures, and negotiation of credit facilities.

While employed in a home healthcare firm as a chief financial officer, restructured accounting and finance functions to more effectively scale with the company’s current and projected growth. Part of the job was to reduce month-end financial close cycle from 30+ days to 10 business days. Other responsibilities were instituting budget and forecast procedures in a “bottoms up” approach to facilitate line and divisional reporting and evaluation vs targets. Also, was responsible for domestic/ international tax and audit compliance utilizing third party professional service providers.

Acting as a CFO, responsible for annual audit of all four organizations in conjunction with outside auditors. Key tasks were monitoring banking activities of the organization, including negotiating with banks to expand credit facilities and increase financial flexibility. Similarly, performed continual monitoring of company’s financial system, bank covenant compliance and control processes. Furthermore, worked closely with sales and operations team to prepare client proposals and provide final approval on pricing and deal financials throughout the negotiation process ensuring profitability targets were maintained.

Would a chief financial officer with familiarity in IT services, technology and communications industries, as well as skilled in Oracle help your organization achieve greater success? Technical specializations cover Oracle, Paylocity and Cloud10. Educational attainment includes Juris Doctorate degree (emphasis in Corporate and Tax Law) and Bachelor of Science in Accounting (Cum Laude).

Making a positive difference with delivering managed services functional and technical, disaster recovery, IT outsourcing, software development and licensing, as well as focusing on Oracle ERP platforms including an infrastructure in a roll up play sponsored by private equity were some of the key focuses of this chief financial officer. Responsibilities covered managing financial, FP&A, legal, M&A, treasury, tax (international, domestic, state and local), and HR functions including GAAP reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and Debt compliance. Due diligence, synergy, and contract analysis were performed on multiple acquisitions in mid-sized enterprise integrator space including software companies, disaster recovery, consulting, and monthly recurring revenue firms in asset and stock transactions increasing revenues from $38M to $80M.

Notable tasks included implementing a new ERP system consolidating three disparate financial reporting systems including design, implementation, data migration, go-live and report redesign to produce proper revenue reporting and enabling operating metric/KPI reporting. This individual consolidated multiple payroll systems to a single cloud-based system (Paylocity) and implemented 13-week Cash flow projection, Credit and collections, customer dunning process, vendor negotiations, and customer dispute resolutions including mediation, arbitration and court actions. Raising equity and Debt capital in the form of founder rollovers, equipment lease financing, accounts receivable asset based-lending with private equity sponsor backed letter of Credit was efficiently carried out.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a chief financial officer with extensive work experience in an integrated healthcare organization? Educational background involves Bachelor of Science in Accountancy. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Software proficiencies are composed of NetSuite, JD Edwards, Oracle, SAP and Lawson.

Serving as a CFO, has contracted for a $250 million entertainment package company to analyze and reduce month end close time, document processes and convert acquisition from QuickBooks to NetSuite. Accomplishments included reducing month end close time to 10 days by eliminating inefficient processes and better use of technology. This specialist also documented month end close processes in step by step detail for training and consistency, as well as converted $100 million acquisition from QuickBooks to NetSuite.

As a director of financial reporting and shared services in an integrated healthcare organization, which was responsible for a $1.7 billion health system comprising of hospitals, physician practices and continuing care facilities. Jobs entailed financial reporting, accounting, financial analysis, forecasting, general ledger, fixed asset, non-patient billing and payable functions. Accomplishments included reducing accounts payable processing time and 1.0 FTE through implementation of electronic expense reporting, which automated the employee expense reimbursement process.

What can a chief financial officer with work background in chemical, logistics and supply chain/manufacturing industries who used SAP ERP and MS Dynamics GP bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve SAP ERP and MS Dynamics GP. Educational attainment includes B.S. Business Administration-Accounting; and MBA in Finance, with additional training in cash management, Japanese type of management, implementing Microsoft solutions, and using tools for Lean operations.

Working with areas such as effectively preparing consolidated financial statements for two related companies, as well as closely managing various teams including customer service, accounting & finance, administration and manufacturing teams were some of the responsibilities of this chief financial officer. Duties covered carrying out a central role on the supervision of GAAP and tax accounting down to the general ledger, month end/year-end close process, treasury/cash management, financial reporting, CPA audits and government/tax compliances. This individual continuously contributed to the strategy formulation of the organization together with CEO, COO and president.

Implementing efficient fiscal and operational policies made the company financially stronger and net income was multiplied in year 2 of employment by 302%; strategic changes involved policies in the areas of credit, freight, manufacturing controls, financial controls and others. Achievements covered significantly improving overall operations and resources not only to create and build profitability but increase cash liquidity, along with executing continuous cost containment processes to reduce risks and maximize operational efficiencies. Financial risk was reduced by efficiently updating credit limits and policies. Tasks involved enhancing just-in-time production, implementing inventory control functions, in addition to investigating and creating solutions for constant improvement across all business processes.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this chief financial officer with work background in recreation, technology and manufacturing industries who used PeopleSoft ERP, MS Dynamics GP and Sage? Technical competencies involve PeopleSoft ERP, MS Dynamics Great Plains (GP), Sage and SalesLogix. Educational background includes Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Science in Finance (Magna Cum Laude).

Important contributions of this chief financial officer included coordinating financial system conversion, work process redesign, and outsourcing project from Sage and MS Dynamics Great Plains to PeopleSoft ERP, saving $250K per year. The integration of SalesLogix CRM and PeopleSoft ERP was coordinated, significantly increasing operational efficiencies, saving $150K per year. The job entailed leading the interface for the financial due diligence during the company’s divestiture process and ultimate sale. Tasks covered designing and implementing new product line and market segment P&L reporting streamlining critical resource allocation decisions. Profit growth was achieved despite flat revenue and $4M increase in R&D investment. This specialist eliminated all financial positions in the UK absorbing all functions domestically saving $450K per year. Designing and implementing a program that allowed internal functions to utilize inventory systems in lieu of purchasing, reducing cost by $750K per year.

Skills brought to the table consisted of coordinating the close of monthly financial books and presenting analysis to parent company. The annual budget process was coordinated, constructing necessary financial models. Aside from coordinating monthly sales tax reporting, daily cash management, annual budgeting and financial forecasting were carried out. Daily functions of the accounting department were supervised.

How can your organization gain an advantage with the help of a chief financial officer with work background in an academic hospital who is skilled in PeopleSoft and Hyperion? Technical skills cover PeopleSoft, Hyperion, Visio, Solomon Accounting System, RMS POS System and QuickBooks. Educational attainment includes Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Science in Accounting. The individual also has Result Base Budget Certificate and has completed Six Sigma Belt Black coursework.

Main functions of this chief financial officer involved managing all financial operations of the organization including the billing function, as well as handling all financial accounting, reporting, procedures and internal controls of the department. The overall supervision of payroll, purchasing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, MIS and general accounting functions of the finance department inventory was part of the job. Other contributions encompassed areas such as patient registration, HRM, central warehouse, sanitation, kitchen, maintenance department, transportation, security, IT, and the strategic business units. Preparing the annual organization budget and working with all department heads throughout the year were done to ensure that expenditures adhered to legal and budgetary requirements. This specialist acted in behalf of the chief executive officer (CEO) upon request, as well as handled all other duties as assigned by the CEO.

Notable tasks included working closely with several financial institutions to prepare a debt restructuring program for the hospital, while also overseeing the month-end, 10K (quarterly) and 10 Q (yearend) closing of the accounting period and financial statement. An additional responsibility consisted of identifying new sources of generating revenue by developing strategic business within the hospital to improve the bottom-line on the financial statement.

Would hiring a chief financial officer who worked in financial services and consumer products industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS in Business Administration and MBA. Technological knowledge consists of JD Edwards and SAP. Core competencies involve extensive M&A experience, including identification of targets, negotiation and integration, as well as strong international experience (China-based contract manufacturers and European distribution network).

Acting as a chief financial officer/board member in a financial services company, was responsible for re-engineering and supervising accounting, finance, risk management, human resources, IT and administrative functions. This professional has partnered with owner/CEO to manage and grow company. Some of the tasks were reengineering accounting, finance, tax, and budget/forecasting activities, as well as streamlining product delivery process to shorten order to delivery time by three days. Part of the job was to design and implement new custom built financial reporting system and integrate it with CRM system. Furthermore, has investigated and implemented a new employee benefit program, with annual cost reduction of 30%.

While working for a consumer products company as a senior vice president-finance, was responsible for establishing and directing the financial and operational functions of the organization, including internal and external reporting, M&A, investor relations, budgeting, valuation analysis, income taxes, and international financial operations. Also, has performed due diligence on acquisition targets, and coordinated all valuation activities and purchase accounting for five acquired companies. Moreover, has integrated acquired companies into the corporate structure.

What contributions could a chief financial officer (CFO)/director of revenue cycle who worked in a physician’s practice, a teaching trauma hospital and a medical center bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Associate of Applied Science in Business Computer Programming and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA). Technological knowledge consists of Lawson (AP/GL, Procurement/Supply Chain, HR/Payroll); PeopleSoft Financial Management; Kronos, Meditech ERP, ADP, Onbase, and Med Assets.

Challenges like being responsible for all finances, financial institution relationships, board reporting physician productivity monitoring, pay and financial management were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. While working as a CFO/director of revenue cycle in a large physician’s practice, maintained and developed all provider incentive plans for each respective business unit, as well as provided direction, training and management for patient accounting. This included manager, supervisors and staff for purposes of billings, collections, denial management and prevention, patient and insurance follow-up, and cash management. Additionally, implemented performance and change management projects, increasing productivity that enabled a 15% staff reduction reducing cost, while improving patient care validated results.

Shared expertise by developing/implementing executive staff sponsored and board approved system wide process improvement projects performance/patient care improvement and cost reductions initiatives. While employed in a teaching trauma hospital as a sr. financial analyst, led multiple performance improvement, cost reduction and productivity initiatives that resulted in overall cost decreases and productivity improvements. These included several projects within diagnostic areas that were originally half the national average and eventually surpassed the national target. Furthermore, managed and implemented hospital-wide productivity monitoring and benchmarking system that was adopted by the entire health system.

Is impacting your organization with a CFO who worked in semiconductor, IT services, electronics and accounting services industries a current business consideration? Software knowledge consists of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains and QuickBooks.

Part of the job as a CFO in an IT services company, managed/directed human resources, accounting, purchasing and A/P, A/R, F/A, G/L accountants and financial analysts. Moreover, initiated software upgrade from QuickBooks to MS Dynamics Great Plains (in Design process when sold). Also, acted as tax manager and auditor liaison, creating support for corporate tax preparation, creating, editing, approving and issuing tax filings and acting as internal auditor. Similarly, worked on Chart Risk Management Assessments and the associated insurance requirements to mitigate risk while still driving business performance and accomplishment. Furthermore, restructured credit facility that doubled the company’s borrowing base and grew with company growth. Aligning the business with a banking partner to focus on the long-term growth of business was carried out.

While employed in a semiconductor company as a CFO, acted as business advisor and decision maker. Some of the tasks were creating financial planning/budgeting, forecasting and actual performance measurement, as well as advising performance improvements and financial restructuring opportunities. Other duties were creating financial strategy for long-term expansion, as well as financially led sales efforts including customer meetings aimed at new business development. Additional responsibilities were directing strategic marketing and investment into existing core field product lines and new geographic regions. Moreover, managed/directed human resources, accounting, purchasing and A/P, A/R, F/A, G/L accountant and financial analysts on 3 continents.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this chief financial officer (CFO) with experience in a general medical/surgical hospital, a medical center, a health system as well as a physician group, who is proficient in PeopleSoft Financials, Oracle and Lawson? Technical competencies involve PeopleSoft Financials (Supply Chain, HCM), Oracle and Lawson. Educational background includes Master of Health Services Administration and Bachelor of Science degree.

This CFO was in charge of primary care services while reporting to the president and CEO. Responsibilities were strategic planning, information systems, managed care, real estate, operations management, physician practice management/recruiting, project management and occupational health at community hospital and affiliated physician corporation. In addition, this individual organized and started a primary care physician corporation, with 9 sites and 20 physicians that significantly increased market share. Revenue growth from $4 to $8 million was achieved within four years.

In another job, important contributions included managing the requirements fit/gap assessment for a health system that was currently utilizing PeopleSoft Financials (Supply Chain and HCM modules), as well as managing the project documentation for a children’s medical center. The job entailed serving as managing consultant for a client to assist in the development of their overall project plan and preparation tasks required prior to the official project start. The scope of the project included Financials, Supply Chain and HCM modules – PeopleSoft version 9.1. Assistance was provided with the development of a PeopleSoft optimization assessment for a four-hospital system who utilized Financials, Supply Chain and HCM modules.

Could your organization use a chief financial officer who is experienced in retail, logistics and manufacturing industries, as well as proficient in Sage 100, Oracle and SAP? Technical proficiencies cover Sage 100 (formerly Sage MAS 90/200), Oracle, SAP, MS Dynamics GP, JD Edwards (JDE), QuickBooks and Hyperion. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Arts.

Primary tasks of this chief financial officer included obtaining $120M U.S. financing for themed developments in other countries, as well as designing and managing real estate construction development budgets and cost controls. Selecting and negotiating $500k contracts with U.S. design and engineering firms including ex patriot compensation plans were also handled. Key roles covered developing tax strategies and transfer pricing structures for foreign investors, in addition to performing net realizable value, liquidation, and quarterly return calculations.

In another job, acquisitions were selected, valued, and integrated for three warehouses, customs and freight brokerage companies with revenues totaling $120M. One of the contributions involved managing 85 accounting staff and 62 operating offices experiencing organic and acquisition revenue growth from $300M to $900M. Designing and implementing a Shared Service Center for accounting, credit, collections, payables and treasury reducing staff by 35 and eliminating redundant functions at the various operations were carried out. This individual merged transportation, warehouse, and customs JDE EnterpriseOne systems by consolidating financial, procurement and sales order modules. Business process reengineering was performed as procure to pay, order to cash, collections management and A/P approval routing were restructured. Designing consolidated profit loss reporting by customer, service type and location was efficiently handled. Cash was increased by 7 days ($17M) by automating freight documentation with customer invoicing.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a chief financial officer (CFO) with experience working in an acute care hospital, a general hospital and a health system? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Professional certifications involve Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Software knowledge includes Lawson, Cerner, HMS, MediClick, API, Kronos and UltiPro.

Serving in a health system as chief financial officer, trained incumbent CFO on all areas of reporting, HIM, revenue analysis, and budgeting to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual requirements; submitted weekly, monthly, and quarterly projections. Some of the tasks were establishing monthly financial review meetings with departments covering revenue, expense and productivity, as well as meeting with revenue cycle team, including Case Management and HIM, reviewing KPIs, coding, denials, unbilled, and cash collections. This executive oversaw HIM department to improve coding, reduce unbilled claims by over $1M, and to strengthen documentation. Selected achievements were acting as facility leader of core team implementing the facility-wide Cerner conversion; post-Cerner conversion, as well as leading “Revenue Reconciliation” task force identifying $100M revenue with daily monitoring. Aside from being in charge of General Ledger (migration from Lawson to HM), prepared multiple CERs (Capital Equipment Requests) and capital equipment pro-formas approximating $20M.

As a chief financial officer in an acute care hospital, ensured accurate financial reporting, as well as oversaw all areas of the revenue cycle for pharmacies, medical centers and grants. Additionally, led all areas of fiscal services including accounting, grant fiscal management, accounts payable and payroll. Furthermore, monitored and reviewed $10M in federal/state/local grant budgets, revenue, and accounting, including Parts A, B, and C; 340B pharmacy.

Could your organization use a chief financial officer with experience in insurance, business services and media industries who utilized SAP ERP, PeopleSoft, Sage 100 and MS Dynamics GP? Technical proficiencies cover SAP ERP, PeopleSoft, Sage 100 and MS Dynamics GP. Areas of expertise involved developing and implementing a successful integration plan for 5 new corporate acquisitions inclusive of: securing a line of credit, upgrading accounting software to corporate standard, expanding financial reporting package, upgrading policy/procedures/internal controls. Educational background includes B.S. Accounting. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Management Accountant.

This chief financial officer served in an insurance company, a component in an integrated healthcare delivery system in one location. Impact contributions of included managing finance, accounting and claims. Handling customer service, underwriting, benefit development and product pricing were part of the key roles.

In other jobs, skills brought to the table involved reporting to the CEO with full responsibility and accountability for the financial management of the organization. The company owned/managed 9 skilled nursing and assisted living facilities with revenues in excess of $50 million. For an insurer, this executive reported directly to the CEO, with full responsibility and accountability for the accounting underwriting, claims, network development, and IT departments. In a retail firm, this individual assisted the client in preparing for initial monthly close in recently converted SAP software and shared services center. Projects included resolving mapping issues between the legacy system and SAP, then verifying the integrity of data in SAP back to the legacy system.

What can a division CFO with experience in an acute psychiatric hospital, a university hospital and a medical center, as well as knowledgeable in Oracle Hyperion and HMS do for your organization? Technical competencies consist of Oracle Hyperion and HMS. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, major in Accounting. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant.

Key roles were composed of financial management and oversight of 1 med-surg hospital, 10 acute psychiatric hospitals and 3 residential treatment facilities. Due to a recent reorganization, the division was “absorbed” and the position (along with the division president position) was eliminated as part of a cost savings plan. Duties involved monthly financial forecasting (Excel & Hyperion), reviewing and approving the month-end close, as well as reviewing financial reporting for each facility (HMS and Oracle Hyperion). Other tasks covered providing on-site operational reviews and working with facility CEOs, CFOs, nursing leadership and department managers to improve staffing, expense management and profitability.

An additional function included developing new, Excel-based month-end reports that covered: trended income statement, reconciliation of current month actual results to budget and analysis of key stats and operational metrics. Responsibilities were comprised of assisting with review and analysis of hospital budgets and staffing plans, in addition to leading the manpower committee. This work group evaluated requests for new positions, replacement positions or position reclassifications. This specialist handled financial management of these system wide (all VU on campus hospitals, clinics and most off campus surgical centers) functions: supply chain operations, surgical services and lab operations.