Mark Langheim

c: 770-***-****

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EXPERIENCE FINANCIAL LEADER

Respected leader with over 30 years of business experience in a variety of industries including manufacturing, retail, IT, international business, and service. Particularly effective in environments requiring value-added leadership in financial analysis and management, operational process improvement, and business strategy. Able to motivate diverse individuals to work together toward common goals. Demonstrated turn-around expertise for multiple companies. Adept at developing practical solutions targeted to meet specific financial objectives as well as increase efficiency and customer satisfaction.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Accounting and Financial Management Inventory Management and Product Costing

Budgeting and Forecasting Financial Planning and Analysis

Treasury Management & Banking Relationships Strategic Business Planning and Modeling

Multi-level Financial Information Facilitator Human Resources, IT & Security Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

LUEDER, LARKIN & HUNTER, LLC Alpharetta, GA (Law Firm -- CA, LD, WC and Closings) 2016 - present

-- Hired to implement structure in all financial and operational areas

Chief Financial Officer

Created first financial statements detailed to department and location level plus supporting documentation.

Established a Human Resources Department and developed and implemented employee policies companywide.

Responsible for the implementation, funding and monitoring of the Company FSA and HSA accounts and 401k program.

Planned and implemented a firm wide online reporting system for credit card charges including receipts.

Oversaw the opening of ten new locations in a seven-month period, including personnel, equipment and IT acquisition, lease negotiations and licensing.

Responsible for all day-to-day accounting and quarterly financial reporting for five unique joint ventures.

Manage bi-monthly payrolls with emphasis on benefits and cost allocations. Lead two payroll system conversions.

Responsible for PPP application, administered usage of the funds and supplied documentation for grant conversion. Received 100% forgiveness in less than two months after submission.

CAMPUS SPECIAL, LLC (acquired by Chegg) Duluth, GA (Marketing & Sales - college demographic) 2013 - 2015

-- Hired to implement structure in all financial and operational areas for two companies

Vice President of Finance, Administration and Operations

Created and controlled first ever corporate budget and produced associated reports.

Responsible for correct weekly payment and documentation to over 700 interns across the country.

Established first structured benefit plan including Paid Time Off, Health Insurance and 401k.

Developed consistent personnel policies and procedures; subsequently formed a Human Resources Department.

Assisted in the creation of a Customer Satisfaction Department focusing on relationship development.

Oversaw the timely production of over 2.6mm lifestyle books twice annually; from creation through distribution.

Prepared all financial documentation to assist the owner in maximizing his payout when the company was sold.

Directed the transition of company from private to public with emphasis on finance, human resources and operations.

Planned, organized, and managed a four-day Chicago conference for 850+ people from across the United States.

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R2B2 MOTORSPORTS, LLC Duluth, GA (Auto -- racing, manufacturing and sales) 2011 - 2013

-- Hired to separate the corporation into three separate companies to determine economic viability of each entity.

Controller

Restructured the workflow so that all accounting processes and financial reporting were completed in-house.

Developed a process to ensure all cross-company transactions were properly posted and reconciled.

Created all inventory and accounting procedures for the company store that operates at each race event.

Assisted in the creation of an on-line store with real-time transactions fully integrated into our QuickBooks system.

Increased the company's credit line by 50% and doubled the fuel credit line.

INNOVATA, LLC Buford, GA (IT company -- database aggregator and distributor in international travel) 2008 - 2011

-- Hired to lead the company’s effort in workflow process improvement through development of internal controls and contract management. Monitor, measure and report on operational issues, development plans and achievements.

Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer

Managed and developed staff by establishing and maintaining companywide systems for measuring productivity.

Developed daily cash flow analysis including an eight-week rolling projection in order to prioritize payments.

Worked with bank to ensure the best rates on all inbound and outbound foreign currency transactions.

Analyzed and administered the employee benefit program including implementing a system with all pertinent benefits on-line for the employee while reducing the total cost to the company.

Continually worked to reduce costs from outside vendors including lowering computer software support by 52% and corporate insurance by 31% while expanding the coverage of the policies.

PCS PARTNERS, Inc. Buford, GA (retail – cell phones and accessories) 2006 - 2008

-- Hired to spearhead the financial turnaround of a company that lost $500,000 in 2005 and $800,000 in 2006. In the first year after implementation, the company’s net income was a positive $208,000.

Chief Financial Officer

Created and monitored corporate budget; customized for each of 43 stores and summarized by division.

Streamlined daily cash flow process and established benchmarks for critical payments.

Managed Accounting and Purchasing staff including payroll approval and oversight of all inventory decisions.

Generated a schedule for retirement of all long-term debt to minimize costs and time frame.

Prepared multiple exit strategies in order to maximize the owners’ return on their investments.

VARNELL STRUCK & ASSOCIATES, Inc. Duluth, GA (sales & service – home improvement stores) 2000 – 2006

-- Hired to assist grow the company and devise a turnaround plan to ensure future financial solvency. The company had more than $1.6 million in debt and yearly net operating losses. During my tenure, the debt was eliminated, and a cash reserve was created in excess of $5 million as well as consistent achievement of greater than 15% net profit.

Chief Financial Officer / Treasurer

Instrumental in growing the Company nationwide from $8 to over $40 million and from 200 to 950+ employees.

Developed short term investment policy to ensure maximum return while maintaining liquidity.

Program Administrator for MasterCard system including analysis of all card charges (monthly average > $250,000).

In charge of two separate payroll system conversions. Oversaw bi-monthly Ceridian and ADP payrolls.

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration – Finance Notre Dame Graduate School of Business

Minor Sports, Promotions Director

Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting University of Notre Dame

Head Football Manager

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