Robert Bartolacci
Strategic Financial Leader Driving Business Growth | Group Chief Financial Officer
- Role
- Group CFO at Modern Transportation Services
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Robert Bartolacci
Strategic Financial Leader Driving Business Growth | Group Chief Financial Officer Summary Character Limit) I am a dynamic and results-driven executive and Chief Financial Officer with a track record of supporting executive boards in making strategic decisions and achieving corporate targets across multiple sites. I am skilled in establishing visibility, efficiency, and control over business operations through strategic financial input. I am adept at driving business growth and spearheading enterprise-wide initiatives. I have expertise in leading M & As, global planning, financial processes optimization, and budget planning. Moreover, I am committed to fostering solid relationships and maintaining open communication with key stakeholders. Additionally, I am known for my high ethical standards, strategic focus, and strong business acumen. The areas where I excel include: Board Advisory Corporate Restructuring Cash Flow Management Mergers & Acquisitions Investor Relations Treasury Management Corporate Governance Strategic Planning Financial Management Capital Structure Construction Contract Negotiations Budgeting & Forecasting Collaborative Leadership Turnaround & Startups Corporate Strategy
Experience
Group CFO
Modern Transportation Services
Mar 2011 — Present · Sewickley, PA, US
In consecutive roles, I lead strategic financial initiatives for a $120M logistics and transportation enterprise serving industrial and energy markets. I enhance operational effectiveness through restructured financing and optimized asset utilization. I facilitate equity transitions, including leveraged buyouts as well as negotiate complex banking deals. I provide valuable insights to drive sustainable growth and optimize performance.Here are my notable achievements from the tenure:• Built the HR department: onboarded 430 employees and spearheaded the rollout of online systems for payroll, recruiting, and benefits. Successfully negotiated employee benefits programs, resulting in a $500K savings in worker\'s compensation and a 40% reduction in life insurance premiums, achieving a $240K saving with only a 13% decrease in benefits.• Generated an additional $2M through the strategic transition of the company’s legal status from a C-corporation to an LLC.• Reversed a $2M cash deficit within 9 months and minimized debt by $3M in 18 months, all without the need for additional equity.• Restructured fleet financing to eliminate capital leases and adjusted loan payment schedules to maintain positive cash flow during seasonal demand fluctuations; refinancing leases led to a 20% decrease in long-term debt costs and enhanced cash flow.• Improved return on equity by 13% and the equity-to-assets ratio by 17.5% through adept debt restructuring.• Directed the valuation, negotiation, and successful acquisition of a $40M company, and secured a 95% return on investment.• Delivered $850K in savings by leading a key project to consolidate locations.• Secured $260K in concessions and 80% ratification rate among members via renegotiation of a labor union contract with drivers.• Implemented a business intelligence system that integrates administrative, operational, and mobile systems.
Education
Carnegie Mellon University
Master, Finance, Management
1988 — 1990
University of Pittsburgh Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business
Advanced Financial Management and IFRS courses
Saint Vincent College
BS, Business Computers / Accounting
1982 — 1986
Skills
- Divestitures
- Business Strategy
- Program Management
- Forecasting
- Data Analysis
- Government
- Nonprofits
- Turnaround Experience
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Microsoft Office
- Sales
- Shareholder Value
- IT Management
- Financial Statements
- Commercial Real Estate
- Budgets
- Finance
- Business Development
- Financial Modeling
- Management Consulting
- Non-Profits
- Public Speaking
- Accounting
- Research
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Teaching
- Leadership
- Entrepreneurship
- Management
- Team Leadership
- Financial Planning
- Analysis
- Mergers
- Start-Ups
- Higher Education
- Financial Analysis
- Human Resources
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