Stephen Wegrzyn

About Stephen Wegrzyn

I am a seasoned Chief Financial Officer with over a decade of experience in the food industry. At Borealis Foods and Palmetto Gourmet Foods, I prioritize consistency, efficiency, and excellence in financial operations.Leading finance teams to peak performance is my forte, driving us towards achieving strategic goals. I\'ve spearheaded initiatives to bolster financial reporting, tighten internal controls, and facilitate smooth mergers and acquisitions, including our recent merger and public offering.My expertise spans manufacturing process optimization, cost accounting, cash management, and merger integration. Armed with a BS in Accounting and Finance from the University of South Carolina, I\'m proficient in financial software like Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, SAP Business 1, Eci M1 and Oracle Netsuite.Passionate about sustainable, affordable, and nutritious plant-based foods, I\'m committed to our organization\'s mission and growth. Known for loyalty, hard work, and clear communication, I\'m here to drive results.

Experience

1. Chief Financial Officer

   Borealis Foods

   Jul 2020 — Present

   Chief Financial OfficerBorealis Foods Inc.| Jul 2020 – Present | South Carolina, USAPublicly Listed (NASDAQ: BRLS)| Food Technology & ManufacturingLed Borealis Foods through a successful public listing via SPAC merger and NASDAQ debut, overseeing all financial and regulatory aspects of the transaction. Directed the enterprise-wide implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, enhancing visibility, controls, and scalability during a critical growth period. While managing a lean finance team, personally took on responsibilities ranging from SEC filings (10-K/10-Q) to system architecture and operational analytics. Currently serve as CFO of both the holding company and operating subsidiary, Palmetto Gourmet Foods, guiding strategic finance, cost management, and operational alignment.Executed SPAC merger and led transition to publicly traded company on NASDAQManaged SEC reporting compliance, including 10-K and 10-Q filingsImplemented Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP system end-to-endReduced SG & A while improving gross margins and reporting accuracyAct as de facto COO for plant operations, filling a leadership gap and aligning production with financial controlsSkills: Strategic Finance · ERP Systems (Microsoft Dynamics) · SEC Reporting · SPAC Transactions · Manufacturing Finance · Operational Oversight · Budgeting & Forecasting · Process Improvement · Team Leadership

Education

• Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina

  BS, Finance

  1985 — 1987

• Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina

  BS, Accounting

  1989 — 1991

Skills

• Account Reconciliation
• Budgeting
• Cash Flow
• Strategic Planning
• Manufacturing
• Financial Planning
• Accounts Payable
• General Ledger
• Executive Management
• Sec Reporting
• Inventory Management
• Cost Accounting
• Business Planning
• Operations Management
• Internal Controls
• Management
• Quickbooks
• Financial Reporting
• Cash Management
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Budgets
• Finance
• Financial Accounting
• Audit
• Asset Management
• Technology Needs Analysis
• Process Improvement
• Reconciliation
• Financial Analysis
• Venture Capital
• Business Process Improvement
• Restructuring
• Financial Modeling
• Enterprise Resource Planning (Erp)
• Forecasting
• Compliance
• Managerial Finance
• Accounting
• Due Diligence
• Change Management