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WILLIAM CONBOY
St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States 56301
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SUMMARY
Results-driven CFO/Controller with a distinguished career spanning various industries, including construction, manufacturing, distribution, property management, real estate, residential development, information technology, and professional services. Demonstrated expertise in leading financial strategy and operations to drive significant growth and efficiency. Achieved a remarkable 150% sales increase, growing from $12M to $30M in two years, secured a $20M line of working capital, and delivered 28% cost savings through innovative process improvements and strategic management. Holder of a CPA and an MBA in Business Administration from St. Cloud State University, bringing a unique combination of advanced financial skills, strategic vision, and transformational leadership. Adept at leveraging financial insights to guide decision-making, optimize business performance, and foster sustainable growth. Committed to delivering excellence and driving organizational success through meticulous financial management and strategic foresight. SKILLS
Strategic Financial Leadership Excellence
Advanced Financial Analysis Expertise
Expertise in Cash Flow Management
Robust Internal Controls Implementation
Sophisticated KPI and Analytics Mastery
Transformational Leadership Capabilities
Cutting-Edge Strategic Planning and Execution
High-Impact Communication and Presentation
Innovative Problem-Solving Techniques
Masterful Negotiation and Capital Structuring
Operational Efficiency and Optimization
Advanced Financial Technology Integration
EXPERIENCE
Consulting CFO / CliftonLarsenAllen, LLP - St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States 12/2018 – 7/2024
Provided CFO/Controller services to small and mid-market businesses, delivering tailored financial and operational support on both a temporary and long-term basis.
Led strategic planning initiatives, enhancing decision-making processes by collaborating closely with management teams to drive business growth and profitability.
Managed cash flow planning and risk assessment, ensuring optimal resource allocation and mitigating financial risks for clients.
Streamlined financial operations by overseeing in-house finance departments or implementing comprehensive outsourced finance solutions, resulting in improved efficiency and workflow automation.
Conducted process assessments and implemented workflow automation strategies, leading to significant operational improvements and cost reductions for client businesses. Controller / JLS Property Management LLC & Prestige Builders LLC - St. Cloud, United States 09/2003 - 12/2018
Oversaw comprehensive financial management for both entities, including financial reporting, accounting, cash flow management, financial analysis, and process improvement, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all financial operations.
Performed monthly close, reconciliations, financial reporting and compliance requirements for both companies.
Prepared WIP schedules for Prestige builders analyzing job profits, job costing, profit fade/gain, labor efficiency, and equipment utilization. Analyzed financial and operational KPI’s and metrics for construction operations.
Directed financial oversight for over 100 single-family homes, multi-family, and commercial properties in St. Cloud, MN and Tennessee, focusing on profitability, cash flow, and return on investment.
Collaborated with property owners to enhance investment returns by evaluating profitability, cash flow, capitalization rates, and tax implications, providing strategic guidance for property acquisition and disposition, including Section 1031 Exchange opportunities.
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Managed financial interactions with the St. Cloud and Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authorities
(HRA), ensuring compliance with regulations and effective processing of paperwork for low-income tenants qualifying for subsidized rent.
Implemented process improvements and developed strategic financial plans to optimize operational efficiency and financial performance for both JLS Property Management and Prestige Builders, driving long-term value creation. President & CFO / Nexus Information Systems – Maple Grove, Minnesota, United States 08/1993 - 06/2003
Directed day-to-day operations of a $30M computer technology reseller in Minneapolis.
Implemented comprehensive strategic planning and management processes, resulting in improved overall business performance, operational efficiency and an $18M sales growth.
Developed and optimized financial planning and cash forecasting models, enhancing cash flow management and working capital.
Negotiated and secured a $20M line of working capital, strengthening financial stability and supporting business growth.
Streamlined finance department operations, achieving 28% cost savings, and reorganized functional areas to further reduce costs and improve efficiencies.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Master of Business Administration (MBA): Business Administration, General 1989 St. Cloud State University - St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States Bachelor of Science Business (BSB): Accounting 1977 University of Minnesota - Minneapolis, MN, United States CERTIFICATIONS
Balanced Scorecard Practitioner
ESM - The Strategy Execution Company
Issued: February 2022
Certified Public Accountant
Minnesota Board of Accountancy
Issued: January 1979
Six Sigma Black Belt Certified
Issued: January 2018