PETER D. HERNANDEZ, CPA

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www.linkedin.com/in/peterdhernandez

949-***-****

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

A hands-on, innovative and strategic former Big 4 Finance and Operations Executive with focused efforts toward organizational goals while maintaining a collaborative approach to achieve successful results. Industry experience included Manufacturing, Medical Device, Retail and Legal Services. Values a strong work ethic and integrity while exhibiting outstanding oral and written communication skills. Excellent leadership skills in advising and mentoring staff with the objective to provide a comfortable work environment to meet staffs’ professional development goals. Driven by identifying obsolete processes and collaborating with key stake holders in working towards improved procedures for efficient and effective results. Extensive experience with contract negotiations and corresponding execution. Established excellent working relationships with vendors and service partners keeping corporate financial and operational objectives in mind. Experience in managing cross functional areas such as Finance, Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Services and Administration. CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic Planning Finance and Operations Leadership International Business Management

Cash Flow Strategist Corporate Officer / Retirement Plan Trustee Treasury Management

Budgets / Financial Reporting Financial Planning and Analysis Internal Controls

Credit and Collections Management Medical Device/Legal Industries Operations & Logistics Management

Legal and Contract Management Customer Relations Ta x & Compliance Management

Human Resources Management Risk and Insurance Management Process Identification and Improvement

Property Management Audit & Tax Relations Information Technology Management EXPERIENCE

PAYNE & FEARS, LLP, (Irvine, CA)

Payne & Fears LLP was founded in 1992 in Orange County with two lawyers and has grown into more than 50 highly skilled lawyers. What started as a Southern California labor and employment boutique law firm has grown into a regional law firm with seven offices (Orange County, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Silicon Valley) that offers a wide range of services to diverse clients. In addition to the firm's premier employment and labor law practice, Payne & Fears LLP today has thriving business litigation, business transaction and insurance coverage litigation practices that represent a diverse range of clients including Fortune 100 companies, financial institutions, health care companies, construction companies and local startups. Chief Financial Officer (October 2016 – Present)

Senior Finance Executive Manager responsible for executing the financial strategy of the Firm. Initiate and provide leadership in the planning and monitoring of short and long-term strategic overall business and financial objectives. Manage financial controls and accounting procedures while also actively engaging with owners on optimizing tax and financial objectives. Support executive committed with strategic decision-making by performing proactive financial analysis, providing independent thought leadership and making recommendations associated with investment cash flow trends and capital deployment. Primary liaison for client trust maintenance and reporting. Provide timely and accurate preparation and analysis of budgets, financial trends, forecast and consolidation (firm wide and local offices) reporting while also managing such processes. Ensure accurate and timely client billing in order to meet cash flow requirements. Also oversees review and recommendation of approval of alternative and non-standard billing arrangements, timekeeper guideline and exception billing rates, time entry, invoicing, client cost advances, prepayments, cash application and collections. Responsible for implementation acceptance and enhancements of Legal Management System (LMS) within Firm. PDH CONSULTING, (Orange County, CA)

Interim Chief Financial Officer (December 2015 – September 2016) A versatile Senior Finance and Operations Executive providing domestic and international hands-on results- driven leadership across diverse industry sectors in both start up and established operations. Services include: Outsourced CFO and Controller Roles, Financial Planning, Reporting, & Analysis, Financial Modeling & Data Analysis, Audit Preparation and Management, Internal Control Environment Assessment, Contract Review & Negotiation Assistance, Human Resources Management, Information Communication & Technology Management, Administrative Management, Operations and Logistics Management, Policy & Procedure Review, Compliance Reviews and Remediation, Project and Process Management. Client base includes manufacturing, healthcare provider and high-end retailer.

FISHER & PAYKEL HEALTHCARE, INC., Subsidiary of Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corporation LTD, (Irvine, CA) Based in Auckland, New Zealand, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corporation, LTD. is a global leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of products and systems for use in respiratory care, acute care, and the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Products and systems are sold in over 120 countries worldwide. Products are sold through direct sales offices operations in most of the major markets and a network of distributors that sell to hospitals, homecare providers and other manufacturers of medical devices. The North American Distribution business unit sells products throughout the United States and Canada to customers ranging from multi-billion dollar corporations, hospitals, multi-national corporations and sole proprietor companies. Chief Financial Officer, North America (January 1996 – November 2015) Senior Finance Executive Manager and Corporate Officer responsible for managing the North American Financial, Operational and Administration functions of three operating facilities (Irvine, California: Louisville, Kentucky and; Montreal, Quebec, Canada) equating to annual revenue turnover of $300M (50% Global Operations) and 300 employees. Served as Corporate Secretary Treasurer to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance requirements are met. Served as a strategic business partner to the International Corporate Executive team Board of Directors and member of the North American Executive Management team. Ensured management of timely financial analysis and reporting, policy adherence, successful performance of contractual negotiations and maintenance, protection of assets, internal controls and real estate management. Developed highly effective strategic plans by partnering and collaborating cross-functionally with the Executive Management, Human Resources, Operations, Information Systems, Administration, Sales and Quality. Managed corporate Operations, Facilities and Logistics directives with successful results. Adhered to thorough financial analysis review resulting in identifying key financial opportunities. Committed to travel requirements (25%) to key customer accounts and company distribution centers to ensure visibility and aligning of strategic initiatives to meet corporate objectives. Managed relationships with principal vendor/service providers for Finance, Operation and Human Resources to maximize cost effectiveness. Served as risk management officer to minimize financial and operational burdens.

BAXTER CUSTOM STERILE, Baxter Healthcare Corporation (Ontario, CA) Medical Product Manufacturing Plant Controller (1995 – 1995)

PIERCE COMPANIES, INC. (Santa Ana, CA) Office Product Manufacturing Corporate Controller (1993 – 1995)

CEDERQUIST, INC. (Santa Fe Springs, CA) Millwork Manufacturing Controller (1991 – 1993)

DELOITTE & TOUCHE (Los Angeles, CA) Public Accounting Senior Accountant, Audit Services (1988 – 1991)

CAREER ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Startup experience with international corporation in establishing operations and processes in line with company’s strategic objectives.

• Successfully managed Finance, Operations, Information Technology, Human Resources, Customer Services, Administration and Compliance areas.

• Directed Finance and Operations transition of $100 million Business Unit from distribution to direct operations within an aggressive timeframe.

• Established a credit policy program with the objective in minimizing any financial burden to the company resulting in significant reduction of Days Outstanding.

• Assembled, developed and retained highly competent team of Certified Public Accountants within the Finance area to assist in managing GAAP and IFRS requirements in compliance with financial deadlines.

• Identified, negotiated and directed implementation and move of regional distribution facilities.

• Initiated, directed and implemented process improvements within Finance, Operations, Compliance, Information Technology and Customer Services procedures as part of an initiated “Cost Out” program negotiating critical cost reductions in key variable expenses items resulting in significant savings.

• Implementation of ERP enhancements within system conversion upgrade saving significant expenses and time for the firm.

EDUCATION

University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana - Bachelors of Business Administration 1988 CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant (Active)

Chartered Global Management Accountant (Active)

MEMBERSHIPS

Financial Executives International, Orange County Chapter CFO Leadership Council of Orange County – Charter Board Member American Institute of Certified Public Accountants California Society of Certified Public Accountants

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