Brigham Young University
Resume:
Richard D. Shelton, CPA, MBA
Shawnee, KS 66216
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Executive Summary
Financial executive with more than 25 years of progressive financial leadership experience for organizations across very diverse industries, including construction, manufacturing, and food production. Strategic leader who has produced significant results through the development of financial and operations strategy. Strong tactical leader with a broad foundation of experience overseeing nearly every financial process and function—financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, accounting, budgeting, cash flow, tax, insurance, audit, banking, accounts receivable and accounts payable. Experienced business partner who has leveraged his strong business acumen and experience in operations, sales, human resources, and legal to create long-term value for the organization.
P&L Responsibility
Leadership
Process Improvement
Financial Analysis/Reporting
Strategic Planning
Project Management
Capital Management
Risk Management
Operations Management
Work Experience
BRB Contractors, Inc. Topeka, KS
Controller and Treasurer (2016-2021) 2016-2021
Led the accounting department of a leading Midwest contractor of commercial water lines and water treatment plants. Reported to the CEO and was a member of the board of directors. Was responsible for bank relations and worked closely with the president in maintaining vital relations with bonding and insurance partners. Developed budgets and wrote detailed narratives that accompanied all financial statements. Maintained the general ledger and fixed assets, worked closely taxing authorities and outside auditors, and provided in-house expertise in finance and business licensing.
Business Consultant, (various locations) 2014-2016
Temporary assignments of varied duration with a manufacturing operation in Liberty, MO, a construction company in San Antonio, service businesses in Denver and Salt Lake City, providing cost system structure, financial statement analysis, financing options, staffing requirements, software and hardware needs, taxes and reporting, and other business administration issues.
Koss Construction Company, Topeka, KS 1998-2014
Controller and Treasurer (1998-2014)
Led finance and accounting functions for an industry-leading general contractor. Reported to company president with direct responsibility for all company-wide financial functions, including financial analysis and reporting, investments, 401k administration, insurance, financing, cash flow, legal issues, taxes, budgeting, and forecasting. Served as member of executive leadership team.
Ameritank, Inc., Kansas City, KS 1997-1998
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Vice President, Finance
Led financial functions for national construction company, including direct responsibility for all finance, accounting, banking, audit, insurance, risk management, capital management and treasury functions.
Cerro Copper Tube Company, Shelbina, MO 1996-1997
Controller
Led the financial and accounting functions for international manufacturer and distributer of copper tubing products. Managed team of 12 finance professionals with oversight of financial reporting, general accounting, credit, cost management, insurance, banking, and computer operations.
Tri-State Laminated Doors and Components, Inc., North Sioux City, SD 1994-1996
Controller/Administrative Manager
Served as member of senior leadership team for developing manufacturing business, including responsibility for all financial functions, human resources, and other operational responsibilities.
Wilson Trailer Company, Sioux City, IA 1988-1994
Controller
Served as principal accounting leader with a broad range of other company leadership responsibilities, including human resources, operations, customer relations, contract management, and benefits administration.
Education
University of South Dakota, Master of Business (MBA)
Brigham Young University, Provo, UT BS in Accounting, Business Composite minor (Presidential Scholar)
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