James M.

About James M.

A highly accomplished and results-driven finance and accounting executive with in-depth, hands-on,\"roll-up your-sleeves\" cross-functional experience in managing multiple functions in publicly traded and privately held companies. A dynamic forward-thinker who establishes and develops strong finance teams that fully support a business in achieving its objectives while ensuring the placement of proper controls and innovative processes. A leader who secures lasting success with a solid strategic commitment to excellence. Strong ability to work in any size company or industry from start-up to global mature organizations.Specialties Include: Profit Maximization, Process Improvement, Accounting, Auditing, Contract Negotiation, Internal Control, Strategic Planning, Cash Forecasting/Management, Covenant Compliance, Private Equity, Start-Up Companies, Forecasting/Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Training/Development, Cost Containment, ERP System Implementation, and Cost Accounting.Industries: Medical Device Manufacturing, Distribution and Transportation.Functions Managed: Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, Safety, Customer Service/Operations, Commercial/Sales Reporting & Analysis, Human Resources & IT.

Experience

1. Chief Financial Officer

   The Arc Nature Coast

   Jan 2025 — Present · Spring Hill, FL, US

   Directs the preparation of all financial reports including income statements, balance sheets and reports for the Board of Directors and government regulatory agencies.Oversees the accounting department, budget preparation and internal audit functions. Meets regularly with the Chief Executive Officer, Residential and Day Program Managers and Human Resources to keep informed and to offer direction of the organization.Oversees the Transportation and Facilities Management departments.Responsible for maintaining comprehensive financial accounting standards. Makes pre-audit preparations and acts as liaison to certified auditor.Responsible tor the monthly preparation of financial reports including balance sheets; income statements with budget comparisons; and cash flow projections; evaluation of organization’s insurance policies.Reviews reports to analyze budgeted expenses against final totals and suggests methods of improving the planning process as appropriate.Plans, develops, organizes, implements, directs and evaluates the organization’s fiscal function and performance.Develops creditability for the finance of the organization by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports and trends in order to assist the Board and Chief Executive Officer in performing their responsibilities.Optimizes the handling of bank and deposits relationship and initiates appropriate strategies to enhance cash position.Analyzes, develops and maintains computer software applications, procedures and other systems that satisfy the needs of the Finance department.Analyzes problems, determines causes and initiates corrective action.

Education

• Bentley University

  Bachelor's degree, Accounting

  1987 — 1991