Accounting / Finance
Resume:
S TEVEN J AMES L AFFLER
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EXECUTIVE FINANCE OFFICER
Financial Stewardship Financial Management Project Controllership
Executive leader with more than 15 years of CFO expertise in all facets of accounting, financial management, financial analysis, and
controllership within a high profile corporations. Skilled in collaborating with all members of the organization to achieve business and
financial objectives with skills in company mergers and acquisitions. Instrumental in streamlining and improving processes, enhancing
productivity, and implementing technology solutions to reduce overhead and boost revenue generation across all corporate levels.
Accomplished in profit and loss, accounts management, administration and purchasing with a focus on spearheading overall corporate
profitability.
Cash Flow Management Financial Reporting Accounts Receivable,
High Level Sales Proficiency Facilities Management Payable
Strategic Planning, Analysis New Business Development Executive
Vendor, Customer Relations Staff Recruiting & Development Communications
Profit & Loss
Negotiations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EXOTIC MEATS, LLC, Alpharetta, GA 12/2012 Present
Chief Executive Officer / Founder
Started up a beef jerky manufacturing and distribution business. Was unable to acquire adequate funding to expand the business past
the start up level. Have decided to sideline the business in order to re enter the accounting and finance field that my experience
supports.
RARE MEDIUM ATLANTA, LLC, Alpharetta, GA 10/2000 – 11/2012
Chief Financial Officer & Partner
Spearheaded excellent results over 10 years after purchasing web development firm and taking on existing debt, including the office
lease. Secured 2 major accounts, including Ritz Carlton Hotel Company and Publix Supermarkets to provide a full range of services.
Oversees all financial and accounting functions, HR, recruiting, IT, legal, purchasing, facilities management and general
administration for Atlanta location
Managed Chief Executive Officer duties for entire company to sustain profitability and smooth operations
Increased revenue from $1.4M annually to $4M since the private acquisition
Maintained profitability and executed sizable year end bonuses to full time employees and partners
Led the expansion of office space and hired over 30 contractors to support business growth
Managed to successfully run business on billed revenues only while not taking on any outside debt
RARE MEDIUM, INC., Alpharetta, GA 10/1999 – 10/2000
Vice President, Finance
Earned corporate position of Vice President of Finance for a publicly held internet consulting and investment company following the
successful acquisition of Struthers Martin Inc. in May of 1999. Delivered outstanding leadership of a multitude of responsibilities,
including all financial and accounting functions, HR, recruiting, IT, legal, purchasing, facilities management and general
administration for the Southeast Region of Rare Medium, Inc.
Enhanced revenue from $1.4M annually to $16M
Increased personnel from 35 billable employees to 110
Achieved recognition as the only region to surpass annual budget for both revenues and earnings, 2000
Led negotiations and managed building 2 state of the art facilities of 45,000 SF in Alpharetta and opened a business
development office in Washington, DC
Developed and successfully implemented a sales incentive plans for all of Rare Medium’s business development organization
which supported profitable revenue growth from $36M in 1999 to $120M in 2000.
STRUTHERS MARTIN, INC., Roswell, GA 11/1997 – 09/1999
Chief Financial Officer
Promoted from Corporate Controller to CFO in 1998 for an internet development and networking services company. Tasked with
leading financial responsibilities working with CEO of Struthers Martin for the successful sale of the company to Rare Medium, Inc.
Coordinated all finance, treasury, and accounting functions, across Human Resources, Information Technology, legal, purchasing and
general administration
Collaborated directly with venture capital firm in managing their $25M investment in Struthers Martin, Inc.
Led due diligence efforts on several acquisition targets and initiated and directed business restructuring
Reduced overhead costs by 70% and successfully returned company to profitability
THE B & N COMPANIES, INC, Atlanta, GA 12/1996 – 10/1997
Chief Financial Officer
Spearheaded all financial and administrative functions for $15M software distribution company
Worked closely with mezzanine financial institution to acquire $4M in funding for the firm’s operating capital
Developed detailed plan for eventual IPO, preparing due diligence materials and analysis for investors in B & N
Managed key customer and vendor relationships for the company and settled a series of pending lawsuits against the
corporation
HORIZON GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS, Atlanta, GA 06/1992 – 11/1996
Chief Financial Officer
Initiated new business venture in the graphic communications industry, charged with managing all day to day activities in ensuring
overall business profitability. Delivered objectives using extensive experience in outside purchasing, estimating, contract maintenance,
and production coordination.
Boosted sales from $26K in 1992 to $2.5M in 1995
Achieved profitability in 1995 through strict margin and overhead control
Developed strong vendor, customer and banking relationships
Designed and maintained accounting system and computer network to obtain the highest level of internal controls and
employee efficiency
THE CUNNINGHAM GROUP, Norcross, GA 03/1990 – 06/1992
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Managed the implementation of company policies while overseeing personnel, systems, finance, production and day to day
management of graphic communications business with $6.5M in annual sales and 30 employees.
Achieved full partner status in 1991
Implemented PC network which dramatically improved employee efficiency and communication
Increased profitability 4 fold and generated $1M in additional working capital from 1990 to 1992
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA, INC., Norcross, GA 06/1985 – 02/1990
Division Controller
Responsible for financials, monthly closings and cash management for 3 product lines with $170 million in sales.
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Managed the standardization and consolidation of accounting policies for 3 product lines.
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Integral role in negotiation with Japanese vendors and management of foreign currency exposure.
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Heavy cost accounting, ROI and ROA management, and financial analysis.
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DELOITTE & TOUCHE, LLP, Atlanta GA 06/1982 – 05/1985
Supervisory Senior Accountant
• Planned and supervised audit engagements for a variety of manufacturing, banking, and service industry clients.
• Prepared tax returns and audited financial statements for several fortune 500 clients.
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Bachelor of Arts, Accounting
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, GPA: 3.65
Dean’s List & Full Honors, 4 Years
Certified Public Accountant, GA
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