JOSEPH J. GILBRIDE, CPA, MBA

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Brooklyn, New York 11228 acpnib@r.postjobfree.com Cell: 917-***-****

Director of Finance/ Controller

Strategic Growth Management M&A Leadership Global Operations

Multifaceted Senior executive with a time-tested record of successful leadership in public and private companies across

diverse industries, and Big-4 accounting. Catalyst for transformational change through development and implementation of

new processes, structures, and controls for driving down costs, improving efficiency, enhancing reporting quality, and

optimizing productivity. Highly accomplished deal-maker and negotiator with a history of facilitating 150+ acquisitions and

an IPO. Expertise spans all facets of Finance, Accounting, Administration, and Operations.

SIGNATURE COMPETENCIES & STRENGTHS:

Financial Planning & Analysis Team Leadership & Development Multi-Office /Operations

Financial & Management Reporting Joint Venture Partnerships Mergers & Acquisitions

Cash & Treasury Management Contract Negotiations Due Diligence

Budgeting & Forecasting ERP System Upgrade & Integration Organizational Restructuring

SOX Implementation & Testing Payroll Administration GAAP/IFRS/SEC/SOX Compliance

P ROFESSIONAL E XPERIENCE

COLUMBIA UTILITIES, New York, NY 2012 to Present

A $125 million multi-state energy company that provides natural gas, electric, and oil energy services, in addition to owning

multifamily real estate investments valued at ~$30 million.

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE / CONTROLLER – Set up financial operations for this family owned company, including financial

systems, monthly reporting, forecasting, cash and tax management, and month-end close. Hold full management

responsibility for finance, accounting, payroll administration, and marketing (the company’s second largest expense after

fuel costs). Oversee team of 5 Accountants, a Tax Manager, and Assistant Controller.

• Played key role in propelling revenue growth from $45 million to $125 million in 3 years.

• Saved $500,000 per year by bringing the accounting and finance functions in house, which included installing

enterprise software for 22 LLCs.

• Captured an additional $300,000 in savings through hands-on negotiation of key contracts.

• Increased line of credit from $10 million to $15 million through careful handling of external and bank audits, of

which all received clean opinions.

• Maximized control of business results by instituting first-time budgeting and forecasting processes and an

accounts payable system.

• Enhanced accuracy and efficiency of customer billing and payment data by setting up system for transmitting

data from 50+ utility companies.

• Collaborated with CEO on market penetration strategies, which included providing meaningful input on

pricing.

PROTEGRITY CORPORATION, Stamford, CT2009 to 2012

A growing global software firm that designs applications for storing and managing massive amounts of data, with ~$50 million in

annual revenue.

CORPORATE CONTROLLER / FINANCIAL DIRECTOR – Led all aspects of accounting and finance for 5 global subsidiaries (UK,

Sweden, Israel, Germany, and China), which included aggressive management of cash, forecasting, and commissions/tax

planning and management. Monitored outsourced payroll, negotiated licensing agreements and contracts, and prepared

financial reports and analyses for executive team and board of directors.

• Collaborated with the CEO on sale of Israeli subsidiary, representing a $2 million gain and positive cash flow.

• Helped turn company cash positive through implementation of substantial cost-cutting measures during a

recession-motivated restructuring; eliminated 3 senior roles, integrated financial systems with MS Dynamic, and

instituted co-employment with PEO for healthcare savings.

• Prepared company for possible IPO by implementing improved internal controls and processes.

EDELMAN, New York, NY 2008 to 2009

JOSEPH J. GILBRIDE RESUME PAGE TWO

One of the world’s largest public relations firms with annual revenues of more than $600 million.

INTERIM DIRECTOR OF FINANCE – Brought in to revamp policies and processes in a shared accounting services department

to support the implementation of a PeopleSoft ERP system. Completed all phases of implementation for U.S. and

Canadian operations.

SAATCHI AND SAATCHI X, Fayetteville, AR; New York, NY 2006 to 2007

A $100 million in-store marketing division of Saatchi and Saatchi, with 300 employees.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER – Directed accounting operations and financial reporting for this multi-office operation with a

focus on integrating the company’s reporting operations into the public parent. Reviewed several acquisition targets,

which included performing all due diligence. Managed a staff of 10.

• Reduced DSO 20% by guiding collections group in maintaining a current status on all receivables.

EURORSG, New York, NY 2002 to 2005

A $500 million marketing and communications company with 15 U.S. subsidiaries and numerous equity investments.

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE – Recruited to develop, upgrade, and deliver internal and external reporting to management,

included SEC reporting. Guided staff in systems documentation for SOX implementation and testing.

• Reduced annual expense by an average of 25% through effective financial reporting and controllership.

• Led successful systems implementation of PeopleSoft 8.5; assisted in overall project management.

MDC AND PARTNERS, New York, NY; Toronto, Canada 2000 to 2002

A $250 million, Canadian-based, diversified public holding company.

VICE PRESIDENT, MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS / FINANCIAL DIRECTOR, US OPERATIONS – Established a New York presence and

facilitated robust growth and expansion through U.S. acquisitions. Identified target companies, performed due diligence,

and negotiated purchasing agreements. In addition, oversaw operations of all U.S. companies, serving as financial partner

in forecasting, leasing, new offices openings, and reporting system development.

• Led and closed 17 successful acquisitions totaling $150 million, which included digital and creative agencies.

• Guided company through IPO, raising $75 million, dealing extensively with investment bankers and funds.

INTERPUBLIC GROUP OF COMPANIES (IPG), New York, NY 1986 to 1999

An $11 billion holding company in the marketing and communications arena.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER – LOWE GROUP (1992-1999) – Promoted to shape the financial direction of this newly acquired

high-growth company, which included leading the financial strategy, budget planning, accounting operations, financial

reporting, and acquisitions. Worked in close collaboration with the CEO.

• Exponentially increased revenue from $50 million to more than $600 million in just 6 years, which included

analyzing and negotiating 90+ acquisitions and integrating each one into the company’s reporting system.

VICE PRESIDENT/CONTROLLER – INTERPUBLIC (1986-1992) – Performed due diligence and negotiated global acquisitions,

integrated companies into the reporting system. Managed rigorous cash flow management and SEC/financial reporting.

EARLIER EXPERIENCE: Served as a Senior Audit Manager at Ernst & Young; Nominated to national office.

E DUCATION & L ICENSURE

Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Stern School of Business at New York University

Bachelor of Science, Accounting – Stern School of Business, New York University

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Active Status

Adjunct Professor, Accounting – NYU School of Professional Studies Continuing Credit Program

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