Scott Schultz

About Scott Schultz

Driven, results-oriented Controller/CFO with solid reporting and analytical interpretation, variance and GL analysis, and asset and resource management. I have twenty years of progressive auto dealer financial and management experience, including single-point and multi-entity franchise groups. My background includes Ford-Lincoln, Honda, Toyota, Land Rover and Jaguar franchises. I have diverse experience with internal audits, process development and improvement, and acquisition due diligence. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, partnering with senior management to identify needs, develop growth strategies, and drive operational efficiencies. Build and develop a high-performing team, establish organizational structure, and implement departmental methodologies, processes, and procedures. DMS experiences include CDK, ADP, Reynolds & Reynolds, Excel, and more. I facilitate and ensure compliance with all applicable manufacturer and government finance regulations, including filing and/or maintaining of required forms, payroll taxes and deposits, income taxes, retirement plan records etc. Analyze internal operations and identify areas of cost reduction and process enhancement. CORE COMPETENCIES • Financial Analysis & Planning • Compliance & Security • Change Management • Policy & Internal Control • Revenue Growth • Process Improvement • Audit & Analytical • Problem Solving • Business Development • Regulatory Compliance • Budget & Forecasting • GAAP ACCOMPLISHMENTS • Increase cash flow 250%, minimize use of credit lines, all through process improvement • Internal audits producing savings, change management, and potential for growth • Collaborative efforts that realign business and financial strategies • Eliminate constraints of inventory-turn, separating service and internal Op\'s while improving production and profit for both. • Develop annual business plans and redesign compensation and commission structures tied to performance objectives. • Continually strives to improve data integrity and information reporting throughout the dealerships • Driver of continuous improvement and personal empowerment through mentoring and accountability

Experience

1. Financial & Compliance

   Cella Ford, Inc

   Jul 2022 — Present

Education

• Corning Community College

  Accounting and Business/Management

• Minnesota West Community College

  Associate's degree

• Elmira College

  Business Administration