Manager Sales

John Reitano

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Home: 618-***-****

Cell: 618-***-****

SUMMARY

senior financial manager with diverse experience in manufacturing and

distribution environments. Broad-based business background including

corporate accounting and direct P&L oversight experience in growth and

turnaround situations. Effective communicator able to exchange information

and knowledge across all organizational levels. Problem solver using

analytical ability and cross-functional experience. Natural ability to

create a positive and productive working environment for staff and co-

workers.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Personal Attention Leasing 3/09-Present

Controller (Contract position)

Responsible for monthly close and preparation of management and

investor reports;

coordination of budget and quarterly forecasts; participant in

strategic planning.

Unisource Worldwide

2/99 - 1/09

$5 billion privately held distributor, a portfolio company held by Bain

Capital

Central Region Controller (2007-2009)

Provided total financial and operational support to the Sales and

Operations VPs and Managers (26 P&L divisions; $1.3 billion annual

revenue). Managed four-day close requirement and reviewed financial

performance with management. Directed the annual budget, variance

analysis, corporate and audit requests. Responsible for inventory control

including physical inventories and reconciliation, identifying slow

moving inventory and making recommendations for disposition. Developed

and monitored internal controls and ensured compliance with company

policy.

. Participated in the strategic planning and evaluation of several

facility consolidations resulting in savings in excess of $2 million.

. Identified and evaluated an existing revenue-losing transaction and

recommended changes to upper management which saved the company over

$200k.

. Participated in system conversions including identifying process

changes, developing and documenting new policies and procedures,

training, and validating data.

. Implemented and trained on business processes to support the inventory

accounting change from standard to average cost.

Supply Chain Controller (2004-2006)

Responsible for providing support to Operations VPs and managers within

the Mid-West market area (23 operating units). Managed Operations close,

including variance analysis, and reviewed results with managers.

Performed internal control reviews; implemented consistent accounting

policies and processes. Responsible for annual budget, and planning and

coordinating physical inventories and reconciliation.

. Defined and managed key performance indicators used to measure

productivity; involved in Company initiatives to create, manage and

report activity based costing measures.

. Provided analysis of inventory, including identification of slow-

moving inventory, to assist Operations managers in warehouse re-

profiling.

Central Area Controller (1999-2003)

Responsible for the monthly close, annual budget and financial reporting

for nine operating units. Routinely provided financial analysis, input

and training to sales and operations management..

. Served on committee that evaluated existing flat rate commission

structure and successfully implemented a sales commission matrix,

including extensive testing and validation.

Sigma Chemical Company

11/91 -2/99

Operations Manager (1996-1999)

Analyzed and reviewed operational information with production departments

to assist in understanding and improving their business; explained

financial and accounting concepts key to their business decisions.

Financial Manager, Immuno/Tissue Culture Business Segment (1994-1995)

Developed, analyzed, and provided worldwide financial statements, sales

reports, and budgets for presentation to Board of Directors and managers

within segment.

General Accounting Manager (1991-1993)

Managed, trained, and evaluated up to seven accountants; managed daily

operations of General Accounting group. Directed monthly closing process,

including distribution of responsibilities and setting priorities.

Coopers & Lybrand

9/85 - 11/91

Audit Manager

Concurrently supervised audits in the manufacturing, packaging, public

utility and oil refinery industries; ensured that audit and engagement

objectives were achieved and that technical issues were identified and

resolved.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

B.B.A. Accounting, Iona College, New Rochelle, New York

Certified Public Accountant - State of Missouri

SOFTWARE SKILLS

AS400, SFD, Infinium, Excel, Access, Power Point, Word, Oracle Discoverer,

Vista, Peachtree, Fixed Asset Pro

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