Nick Girardi

About Nick Girardi

Proven Finance Leader Driving Growth, EBITDA Expansion, and Strategic Transformation in Industrial, Energy, and Manufacturing SectorsFinance executive and CPA with 15+ years of experience leading FP & A, Treasury, Investor Relations, and M&A across public and private companies. Track record of delivering results—accelerating revenue and cash flow growth, expanding margins, optimizing capital structures, and driving operational excellence through data-driven decision-making.As Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis at a $2B revenue public company, I have led enterprise-wide finance transformations, implemented integrated planning and forecasting systems, and partnered with the C-suite and Board to align strategy, capital allocation, and financial performance. I have been recognized for developing high-performing teams and building credibility with investors, rating agencies, and business leaders.My background spans both high-growth and turnaround environments, enabling me to balance strategic vision with disciplined execution. I am passionate about using pragmatic financial insight to drive business strategy, unlock value, and communicate a compelling story to all stakeholders.Core Competencies:Financial Planning and Analysis (FP & A)Leadership Enterprise Performance Management (EPM)Capital AllocationTreasury StrategyInvestor RelationsStakeholder CommunicationMergers and Acquisitions (M&A)Strategic TransactionsOperational EfficiencyCost TransformationEBITDA GrowthValue CreationStrategic Planning, Forecasting and Scenario ModelingFinancial Systems Implementation and AutomationExecutive and Board Reporting

Experience

1. Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis

   WillScot

   Sep 2024 — Present · Phoenix, AZ, US

   Lead Financial Planning & Analysis (FP & A), overseeing long-range financial planning, annual budget, and quarterly forecast, including scenario modeling, valuation, financial analysis, and M&A. Provide recommendations to C-suite and Board of Directors. Partner with business stakeholders through influencing to drive financial results. Support preparation of financial reporting and quarterly financial statements under U.S. GAAP reporting and accounting standards. Deep experience in managerial finance, financial accounting, and corporate finance. Oversee financial planning and reporting platform and digital technology tools. Supervise team of nine employees.

Education

• Rice Business

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

  2014 — 2016

• University of Denver - Daniels College of Business

  Bachelor of Science, Accounting

  2005 — 2009

Skills

• Accounting
• Leadership
• Financial Analysis
• Microsoft Access
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (Gaap)
• Certified Fraud Examiner
• U.s. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (Gaap)
• Analysis
• Cpa
• Financial Modeling
• Us Gaap
• Auditing
• Erp
• Financial Reporting
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Budgeting
• Microsoft Office
• Analytical Skills
• Audit
• Bronze Sculpture
• Access
• Data Analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Outlook
• Excel
• Budgets
• Finance
• Management
• Gaap