Russell Polin

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ABOUT RUSSELL POLIN

A highly accomplished and versatile Finance Leader with a demonstrable track record gained in Finance Director and CFO roles. Proven expertise spearheading Finance, Operations, Information Technology and Accounting functions in high growth SMEs as well as having a “Big 4” background and experience with PE backed firms.C.P.A. with a Masters degree in Accounting from Pace University; has gained invaluable cross functional accounting and operational experience with proven expertise in managing a full spectrum of accounting and finance functions; including financial controls, treasury management, benchmark reporting, budgeting, management accounting and tax.Possesses an owner’s mind-set with the capacity to connect and gain the trust of executive management and implement organizational change, regardless of prevailing habits, environment or culture. Technically proficient with in-depth experience in designing and maintaining new system implementations.Generates optimal results with a proactive work ethic, energy and aspiration to continually deliver desired results.Core Competencies Strategic planning and guidance expertise Capable of working effectively under pressure Skilled at influencing and negotiating at a senior level Excellent leadership and team motivation skills Capable of managing and nurturing key relationships Highly motivated, creative and goal oriented Mergers & Acquisitions, having competed over 40 buy-side Budgeting and cost management Effective interpersonal and communication skills Proven team training and development abilities Recognized ability to implement and manage change Organized with unique problem solving skills Process design and productivity improvement