Charles E. Shelton

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Lawrence, KS 66049

cell: 785-***-****

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SKILLS: Global Financial Planning & Analysis / Strategic Planning / Budgeting / Forecasting / Auditing / Global Cross-functional Management / Working Capital Management / Process Improvement / Communications / Team Building / IFRS / GAAP International Financial Manager

● Global finance controller for the #1 industrial product line of a +$3 billion international corporation. Business finance partner whose team efforts increased GM and OP to record corporate levels.

● Ten years as a multi-product division controller within a “best practices” international finance organization where finance is a business partner to the sales, manufacturing and services operations.

● Sales, manufacturing and services financial experience in strategic planning, FP&A, capital investments, operational planning, consolidated accounting, financial reporting and month-end close processes. Cross-Functional, Hands-on Leader in Diverse Corporate Structures.

● Demonstrated ability to combine personnel, equipment and processes into highly functional, aligned teams that deliver first-rate results to high expectations.

● Adept at operating across geographies and cultures. Selected, coached, developed and led personnel in private and public companies both domestic and international. Manager in Asia for two years and in Europe for three years.

● Professional growth and leadership in key operational and financial positions including Operations and Training Manager, Cost Accountant, Accounting Manager, Manufacturing Plant Controller, North America Market Area Controller, Global Business Line Controller and CFO. MIS / Technology.

● Multiple software system implementations or upgrades to include SAP, Infor LN and Macola ERPs, Timberline project management, Basware invoice processing, Adaptive Insight forecasting and C-Care warranty claims processing.

● ERP system administrator: maintained system security controls, developed specialized reports, trained new users and championed widespread use of systems in all process areas.

● Software experience with SAP, Infor LN, Macola, Timberline, QuickBooks, SAGE, Hyperion (HFM), Smart View, Adaptive Insight, Concur, Basware, Salesforce, C-Care, MS Office and Google Suites. Communications / Team Building

● Highly developed oral and written communication skills from six plus years as an adjunct professor.

● Ability to communicate complex financial concepts in a clear, precise, actionable manner and to tailor key messages and presentation styles to diverse audiences.

● Experienced team builder, trainer and leader in globally diverse, multi-cultural environments.

Education: BS - Accounting; MA - Management; MBA – Business

Career Summary and Achievements:

North America Market Business Controller – Kalmar Inc., Ottawa, KS 2019 - 2022

Business finance partner for two corporate management teams; Terminal Tractor Division and North America Market Area. North America management team is responsible for equipment and services sales performance in Kalmar’s largest market area with orders exceeding $500 million USD. Performs strategic planning, P&L reporting, budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, foreign exchange, IFRS/GAAP and special projects. Leads an eight- person U.S. based accounting team that works collaboratively with an international accounting support group. Systems used include SAP, Oracle Hyperion Financial Management (HFM), Adaptive Insight, SalesForce, Concur and Basware.

Global Business Controller – Kalmar Inc., Ottawa, KS 2011 - 2022

International financial leader for Kalmar Terminal Tractors product line, a market leading, multi-product, multi- channel business line manufactured on three continents with sales in excess of $300 million USD. Global management team member with accountability for business performance. Responsible for Global P&L, budget, financial forecasts and month-end close. Collaborate with corporate FP&A and Accounting on all aspects of financial reporting and projections for the global business and assure alignment on financial strategies and accounting methodologies.

Business Controller – TMS, Inc., Kansas City, KS 2010 - 2011

Provide financial management for a multi-state, mechanical engineering company. Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives through financial and operational information analyses and special management reports. Ensure systems adequately support financial and operational processes and make change recommendations. Prepare, analyze and report monthly financials. Coordinate annual audit.

CFO – D. F. Osborne Construction, Inc., Topeka, KS 2008 - 2009

Manage the financial, human resource and IT functions for a six-state commercial construction corporation. Support planning initiatives through financial and operational information analyses, special management reports, and timely recommendations. Ensure systems adequately support financial and operational processes and make change recommendations. Establish and implement budgeting and accounting policies, internal controls and best practice measures. Prepare, analyze and report monthly financials and annual budget.

Manufacturing Controller – Allen Press, Inc., Lawrence, KS 2000 - 2008

Manage all financial and managerial accounting for a $35 million printing company with 370 employees. Provide financial and operational performance analysis and modeling. Oversee cost accounting, capital asset management and budgeting. Administer tax compliance, incentive and abatement programs. Direct business services accounting for 23 not-for-profit organizations. Perform internal department audits.

Accounting Manager – Allen Press, Inc., Lawrence, KS 1998 - 2000

Responsible for all financial accounting functions. Oversee AR, AP, GL, order entry, payroll, cash management, bank reconciliations and financial statement preparation for a $35 million printing company with 350 employees. Provide departmental financial performance measurement/assessment and make program recommendations.

Cost Accountant - Allen Press, Inc., Lawrence, KS 1996 - 1998

Design Lab Administrator - E&E Display, Lawrence, KS 1994 - 1996

Operations & Training Manager - U.S. Army 1977 - 1992

Activities and Interests

Cycling, fishing, reading and church activities.

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