Ryan Schurdell

About Ryan Schurdell

As a Senior Controller with a strong focus on finance, I have extensive experience in financial management, reporting, and strategy, I lead a global finance team to support key business operations across financial reporting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and budgeting. I specialize in creating and managing comprehensive annual budgets, optimizing cash flow, and financial modeling. I’ve led integrations, financial valuations, and treasury functions for acquired entities, successfully managing post-acquisition financial performance. My expertise extends to financial forecasting, developing sophisticated models to streamline commission structures, and using advanced Excel techniques to enhance reporting and decision-making.With a background in financial planning and analysis, I’ve developed detailed management presentations, performed in-depth variance analysis, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify risks and opportunities. I am driven by continuous improvement, regularly identifying process inefficiencies and implementing solutions that optimize resources and reduce costs.As a Corporate Finance Manager at a Big 4 accounting firm (Ernst & Young), I specialized in delivering high-quality, data-driven valuation services, predominantly for oil & gas and manufacturing clients. With extensive experience in financial modeling, economic analysis, and strategic advisory, I supported clients in making informed, value-based decisions related to mergers and acquisitions, financial reporting, tax planning, and investment strategies.I have a strong track record of leading complex engagements, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing actionable insights to executive leadership and key stakeholders. I bring a deep understanding of the broader business environment, including macroeconomic trends, industry-specific dynamics, and market conditions, which allowed me to help clients navigate critical strategic decisions with confidence. I have a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, deliver results under tight deadlines, and present findings in clear, compelling reports and presentations.

Experience

1. Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

   Perry Homes

   Apr 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US

Education

• Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business

  Bachelor's Degree, Accounting

  2006 — 2008

• University of Houston

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance, General

Skills

• Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Internal Controls
• Project Lead
• Accounting
• Process Implementation
• Financial Reporting
• Sap
• Financial Analysis
• Hyperion Hfm
• Account Reconciliation
• Gaap
• Process Analyis
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Corporate Finance