ROBERT J. CANTER, CPA

***** ********* **** ● Granger, IN 46530

Phone: 574-***-**** ● Cell: 574-***-**** ● Email: abl9t2@r.postjobfree.com

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT / FINANCIAL ANALYSIS / RISK MANAGEMENT

Senior Level Executive whose background includes serving as Vice President/Treasurer of

$250 million plus manufacturing company, Regional Controller for the nation’s largest title

insurance agency, Chief Financial Officer of a ten unit regional restaurant chain, in addition

to three year “Big 4” public accounting experience. Areas of expertise include:

Financial & Strategic Planning Financial & Operational Management

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Business Expansion Budget Development & Management

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● Risk Management ● Information Systems

● Human Resource Management ● Acquisition Analysis & Negotiation

● Banking Relationship Management ● External Audit Relationship Management

Proven ability to exercise a high degree of judgement and discretion in handling issues of

a sensitive nature. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and complex tasks and

complete within deadline. Advanced knowledge of ERP and software applications

include: SYSPRO, MAS 90, Navision, Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, and

Millennium.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Vice President/Treasurer 2007 – Present

New Energy Corp.

South Bend, Indiana

Manage and oversee financial operations of this ethanol manufacturer whose revenue

exceeds $250 million. Responsibilities include all aspects of financial reporting and

management, significant accomplishments include:

Restructuring of the Company’s senior debt financing including the

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deferment of $19 million in payments over a two year period.

Implemented ERP solution which shortened the financial reporting

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cycle by two days.

Revised Risk Management Program including negotiation of all insurance

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coverage resulting in a premium savings in excess of $200,000 annually.

• Successfully negotiated motor fuel tax settlement with the State of Michigan

resulting in savings in excess of $125,000 to Company.

• Integrated Renewable Identification Number (RIN’s) reporting system into

existing ERP solution in conjunction with Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS)

reporting requirements.

Robert J. Canter

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Regional Controller/Treasurer 1997 – 2007

Metropolitan Title Company/York Title & Escrow, Inc.

Mishawaka, Indiana

Manage and oversee financial operations and acquisitions in the states of Indiana, Ohio,

and Kentucky with twenty four offices for this organization which whose total revenue

exceeded $150 million. Also performed special project assignments for corporate offices.

Significant accomplishments include:

Integrated the Financial and Operational systems of over 20 locations which were

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obtained through acquisition.

Analyzed acquisition candidates for Metropolitan Title for all regions (over 50 in

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total including 30 locations which were successfully acquired), and assisted in

negotiations of Indiana Region acquisitions.

Implemented cash management procedures related to the Company’s escrow

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accounting function resulting in combined increases in investment income and

reduction of bank fees in excess of $100,000 per annum.

Developed and managed budget system for all “Indiana Region” offices in addition

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to developing budgets for all “Illinois and Wisconsin Region” offices.

Chief Financial Officer 1987 – 1997

Hacienda Mexican Restaurants

South Bend, Indiana

Responsible for all aspects of financial management for this ten unit restaurant chain,

which resulted in revenue increasing from $11 million to $23 million annually. Significant

accomplishments include:

Restructured capital component of Company, raising $10 million in venture capital

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funding.

Implemented an integrated Point of Sale and financial reporting system, providing

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comparable data and reducing month end close time by 30%.

Directed and administered the Company’s Human Resource function including

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benefit programs (health insurance, 401(k) plan, and incentive plans) for over 800

employees.

Consolidated the Company’s cash management function which resulted in a

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combined increase in interest income and decrease in bank fees is excess of

$50,000 per annum.

Responsible for development of overall financial company business plan

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Robert J. Canter

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Controller 1985 – 1987

Business Systems Inc.

Mishawaka, Indiana

Responsible for all aspects of financial reporting and management for this office supply

distribution company. Responsibilities and significant accomplishments include:

• Automation of the company’s manual general ledger, accounts payable, and

perpetual inventory systems resulting in a 33% reduction in month end close time.

Monthly financial statement preparation and analysis

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Credit and collection review

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Cash flow management

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Budget preparation

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Tax planning and compliance

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Senior Accountant 1983 – 1985

Ernst & Whinney

South Bend, Indiana

Responsible for maintenance of individual and corporate client relationships, preparation

and review of corporate and individual tax returns, and tax planning for corporations and

individuals.

Staff Accountant 1982 1983

Price Waterhouse

Chicago, Illinois

Responsibilities included working on various audit engagements.

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

University of Notre Dame

Graduated cum laude – B.B.A. Accounting 1982

Membership: The Honorary Accounting Society of Beta Alpha Psi

The Notre Dame Accounting Association

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Indiana Society of C.P.A.’s

Notre Dame Club of St. Joseph County

Marian High School – Board Member

Alumni of St. Joseph County Leadership Program

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