DEAN F. CASCARANO, MBA

**** ***** ***** *****, #***, Alexandria, VA 22303 310-***-**** ad4qio@r.postjobfree.com SUMMARY

Seasoned finance leader with over 20 years of experience driving strategic growth and financial transformation across diverse industries. Proven expertise in financial modeling, analysis, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration. Skilled in implementing scalable financial processes and leveraging technology to drive efficiency and profitability. Committed to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity within dynamic, high-growth environments. SKILLS

Technical Finance Skills

• Financial Modeling

• Budgeting, Forecasting, and Scenario Planning

• Revenue Forecasting and Trend Analysis

• Management / Board of Directors Reporting

• Cash Flow Management

• Data Mining and Validation

• KPI Development, Tracking and Variance Analysis

• Customer Profitability Analysis and Lifetime Value (LTV)

• Mergers & Acquisitions Analysis

• Financial Analysis within SaaS Business Model and Key Metrics Soft Finance Skills

• Team Leadership and Development

• Strategic Planning

• Cross-functional Collaboration

• Process Optimization and Change Management

• Adaptability and Problem-solving

• Compensation and Commission Planning

• Pricing Strategy

• Project Management and Software Implementation

Software & Systems

• Data Analysis, BI & Databases: Microsoft Excel (Expert), Excel Powerquery, Power BI, BI360, Hyperion, IBM Cognos Analytics, SQL

• ERP & Accounting: Oracle NetSuite, SAP, Infor, Microsoft Dynamics GP, Sage 100cloud, QuickBooks, Stoneware Store Manager

• Other software experience: TriNet, TimeSolv. Kronos Workforce Central, ADP, Workday, Zuora, e-Recruit, other Microsoft Office products

DEAN F. CASCARANO, MBA

5901 Mount Eagle Drive, #718, Alexandria, VA 22303 310-***-**** ad4qio@r.postjobfree.com EXPERIENCE

Sportsfan (2020-Present)

Director of Financial Planning and Analysis Denver CO Lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting for this rapidly growing $5-10M revenue 4 store retail apparel chain. Key responsibilities include:

• Develop a data-driven sales forecasting model to optimize inventory management, minimizing stockouts and maximizing profitability.

• Conduct financial analysis and trend modeling to inform strategic decision-making.

• Create and maintain a dynamic dashboard for the owner, providing real-time insights to drive agile business decisions.

• Lead the development and implementation of a 3-statement financial forecasting model, enhancing visibility into future financial performance and facilitating proactive planning.

• Perform in-depth gross margin analysis, identifying key drivers of profitability and uncovering opportunities for price optimization and cost reduction.

• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to analyze customer LTV and AOV, informing strategies for customer acquisition, retention, and upselling. American Honda Finance Corporation (2018-2020)

Interim Financial Planning and Analysis Los Angeles CA

• Streamlined forecasting processes, reducing cycle time by 20% and enabling increased output with less staff.

• Developed expense budgeting framework for the $400M annual operating plan, enhancing cost control and strategic resource allocation.

• Rewrote SQL queries to optimize data extraction and reporting efficiency, improving decision- making timelines.

• Designed and performed training to operational unit leaders on budgeting and forecasting processes.

Cetera Financial Group (2016-2018)

Interim Financial Planning and Analysis Los Angeles CA

• Spearheaded the design and implementation of a revenue projection model to support a $1 billion operating budget

• Revamped 5-year strategic plan, collaborating across the organization

• Data mining and validation for anticipated ERP change DEAN F. CASCARANO, MBA

5901 Mount Eagle Drive, #718, Alexandria, VA 22303 310-***-**** ad4qio@r.postjobfree.com Emerald Health Services (2014-2016)

Vice President of Finance and Corporate Affairs Los Angeles CA As the lead finance executive, revamped operations for a $50M healthcare staffing company, overseeing accounting, FP&A, payroll, AR, IT, and a 16-member team.

• Built a revenue projection model factoring in travel nurse contract lengths and staffing levels to optimize resource allocation and cash forecasting.

• Designed and implemented a comprehensive Excel-based payroll model to automate calculations, streamlining a complex process for 100-200 nurses and ensuring accuracy in compliance with varying regulations.

• Led on a full-scale successful ERP implementation.

• Provided strategic guidance on compensation planning, pricing, and resource management.

• Streamlined billing and AR processes, implementing automation tools to reduce manual data entry, accelerate invoicing, and improve collections efficiency. Velocify (2010-2014)

Director of Finance / NetSuite implementation Lead Los Angeles CA Built and developed the finance function within a rapidly scaling $20 million SaaS company, enabling strategic decision-making for growth. Performed interim CFO and Controller duties during transition periods, ensuring operational stability. Led financial planning & analysis projects as well as managing projects related to accounting, human resources, and sales.

• Played a pivotal role in the company-wide NetSuite ERP implementation, including design, execution, and Chart of Accounts optimization, enhancing financial reporting efficiency.

• Developed sales commission plans that incentivized performance and drove revenue growth.

• Spearheaded billing optimization efforts, including a thorough data cleanse. This initiative uncovered approximately $1 million in missed billings, resulting in substantial revenue recovery. Played a key role in the Zuora implementation, ensuring accurate and efficient billing processes.

• Performed in-depth analyses related to customer acquisition cost, churn, and lifetime value in a SaaS business model.

David & Goliath (2008-2010)

Interim Financial Planning and Analysis Los Angeles, CA

• Designed and implemented a budgeting model and process for an advertising agency.

• Analyzed project and client profitability to determine future pricing resulting in a 10% improvement to earnings.

DEAN F. CASCARANO, MBA

5901 Mount Eagle Drive, #718, Alexandria, VA 22303 310-***-**** ad4qio@r.postjobfree.com Teleflora (2005-2008)

Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis Los Angeles CA Directed finance, planning, and operations for a $600M e-commerce driven florist network, ensuring efficiency and profitability across diverse revenue streams. Partnered with business unit leaders to measure and increase operational efficiency by 5% each year.

• Analyzed subscription-based point of sale software revenue and optimized pricing models to drive growth within a multi-product service offering.

• Led successful implementation of Hyperion Essbase for use in analytics and planning.

• Developed a daily cash forecasting model with over $2 billion in annual transactions. O’Melveny & Myers (2003-2005)

Senior Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis Los Angeles CA Started a firm wide planning and analysis group for a global 900 attorney law firm.

• Analyzed and priced potential mergers and acquisitions.

• Led firm reorganization project that led to a 20% increase in profit per partner.

• Implemented accounting, time tracking, and business intelligence software packages. Adexa (2000-2003)

Director of Financial Planning and Analysis Los Angeles CA Created and directed the Financial Planning and Analysis for a global high growth $70 million business-to-business supply chain software company.

• Developed a global pricing model for all software.

• Directed compensation plans including the creation of stock options.

• Designed and compiled monthly Board of Directors report package for meetings. KPMG (1999-2000)

Manager of Mergers and Acquisitions Consulting Group Los Angeles, CA Deloitte (1993-1999)

Manager of Tax Los Angeles, CA

EDUCATION

University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business Master of Business Administration, Finance

GPA: 3.7; Dean’s List, Honors Graduate; Merit scholarship recipient University of California Los Angeles

Bachelor of Arts, Business-Economics

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Certified Public Accountant – inactive

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