Scott Shepherd

About Scott Shepherd

A strategic, Big Four, financial executive with over 20 years of progressive, management experience in a variety of industries including interior construction, MEP subcontractors, commercial furniture and blinds installations, facilities services, logistics, manufacturing, publishing, wholesale, and public accounting. Successful leader who has steered organizations through complex financial and operational environments affected by financial constraints, inefficiency and uncertainty. A laser focus on profitability and operational efficiency, and a proven track record for leading organizational change. Strong cross functional team building acumen delivering highly motivated, inspired and engaged employees. Demonstrated leadership in partnering with Boards and senior management teams on executing a focused alignment of strategic and tactical initiatives throughout all levels of an organization. A unique, management professional with a mix of financial acumen and operational insights that naturally evolve into strategic growth initiatives that help organizations adapt, scale and profit. Change agent that drives sustainable, long-term growth while improving margins in multiple marketplaces. Deep understanding of financial GAAP, statutory, and management reporting. Humble, accessible and genuine leadership style seamlessly delivers exceptional, operating environments.Strategic executive Operational accountabilityCost control strategistFinancial modelingTreasury and banking relationsCash flow managementCredit and collections specialistSkilled problem solverManagement and board reportingInspirational leader and team builderStrong operational competenciesCOO experienceProcess reengineering P/L responsibilities Financial planning and cash modelingRisk management and safety specialistStrategic and Annual Operating Planning ERP implementations Employee developmentContract managementOrganization change managementHR complianceTax compliance

Experience

1. Chief Financial Officer

   Rjs & Associates, Inc

   Jan 2024 — Present · Hayward, CA, US

Education

• Cal State East Bay- College of Business & Economics

  BS, Business Administration - Accounting

  1984 — 1987

• Chabot College

  Associate of Arts (AA), Accounting

  1981 — 1984

Skills

• System Implementations
• Auditing
• Executive Management
• Revenue Recognition
• Internal Controls
• Banking
• Risk Management
• Process Improvement
• Strategy
• Cash Management
• Forecasting
• Managerial Finance
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Payable
• Financial Analysis
• Human Resources
• Strategic Financial Planning
• Financial Planning
• Accounting
• Management
• Payroll
• General Ledger
• Cost Accounting
• Corporate Finance
• Leadership
• Financial Modeling
• Tax
• Business Process Improvement
• Consolidation
• Internal Audit
• Budgeting
• Variance Analysis
• Restructuring
• Budgets
• Finance