Chief Financial Officer

Savvy senior executive and visionary. A proactive leader with a proven track record in sustaining and building impactful business strategies, including comprehensive M&A due diligence. Recognized for championing hidden potential, developing robust financial functions from the ground up, inspiring innovative financial models, and cultivating high-performing teams to drive global results. Accomplished in providing deep, real-world strategic insights and innovative solutions to meet and master complex challenges. Key strengths encompass cogent leadership, strategic development and deployment, and effective, dynamic communication. Proficient in GAAP and fund accounting, ensuring ethical fiscal stewardship and transparent financial management. Illumination Station

Fractional Chief Executive Officer/Chief Financial Officer 2020 - Present

Finance - Masterminded a groundbreaking overhaul of a global financial ERP system, revolutionizing internal operations and achieving a 30% increase in peak efficiency. Set new standards with a 40% improvement in fiduciary responsibility and a 25% increase in donor transparency.

Operations - Implemented visionary strategic direction for operational initiatives, driving a 50% increase in team productivity. Established robust training and professional development infrastructures, elevating employee skill proficiency by 30%. Successfully executed targeted recruitment efforts and development programs, assembling a highly qualified team aligned closely with organizational goals.

IT - Implemented cutting-edge IT systems for multiple organizations, revolutionizing financial and operational processes and positioning the organizations at the forefront of technological advancement, with metrics including a 40% improvement in data accuracy and a 30% reduction in data breaches through enhanced security measures. 56% Quarterly Expansion in Volunteer Staff: Orchestrated the launch of the IS Illuminator’s program. 63.8% Increase in Repeat Partnership Engagement: Orchestrated impactful SEO campaigns. 42% Increase in Organic Website Traffic: Orchestrated impactful SEO campaigns. Wise Financial

Director of Operations

2023 - 2024

Crafted the organization's comprehensive five-year vision plan through the concerted efforts of a dedicated team, resulting in a scalable model poised for a 50% increase in size and fiscal growth within two years. This initiative positioned the firm for long-term success and significantly contributed to its expansion. Executed targeted recruitment efforts and established employee development programs, assembling a highly qualified team aligned with organizational goals. These initiatives enhanced overall capabilities and fostered a positive, collaborative work environment. Additionally, streamlined internal processes and procedures led to a 30% increase in team productivity and positioned the organization as more agile and responsive in the dynamic private wealth management field.

Sharon A. Melendez

719-***-****· ******@**************.**

linkedin.com/in/sharonmelendez

Cicero, Indiana 46034

STRENGTHS AND EXPERTISE

HIGHLIGHTS OF CHIEF FINANCIAL & OPERATIONAL VALUE

Financial Strategy & Operations

Regulatory & GAAP Compliance

Budget Forecasting

Key Metrics Reporting & Analysis

Data Analysis & System Migrations

Annual Performance Audits

Team Leadership & Development

Collaboration & Empowerment

Change Management

Poised for a 50% Increase in the Firm's Size and Fiscal Growth: Crafted the organization's comprehensive five-year vision plan. 30% Increase in Team Productivity: Streamlined internal processes and procedures. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

A Ride in Luxury - Luxury Limo Service Company

Board Chairman and Fractional Chief Financial Officer 2014 -2020

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Spearheaded the development and execution of a comprehensive strategy to fortify the business for an impending merger, addressing internal conflicts among owners to ensure a unified approach. This included streamlining marketing and management processes, significantly boosting overall sales growth and revenue streams. Led the restructuring of business operations, optimizing resources, and improving workflow. Efficiency enhancements also revealed overlooked revenue potential, further increasing the revenue rate. Key initiatives involved training department-level staff to adapt to the new, agile organizational structure. Axis - Family Resource Nonprofit

Chief People and Process Officer

2018 - 2020

Led the successful implementation of a visionary strategic direction for seamless technological systems integration, eliminating redundancies within data analytics. This initiative streamlined operations, opened new vistas for donor development, and positioned the organization as a technology pioneer for strategic growth. Executed the organizational vision with precision, achieving quantifiable personnel growth and specific developmental outcomes. Established a robust professional development infrastructure, elevating team culture and fostering a more collaborative work environment. Children’s HopeChest

Director of Finance and HR

2015 -2018

Masterminded a groundbreaking overhaul of the global financial ERP system, revolutionizing internal operations for peak efficiency and setting new standards for fiduciary responsibility and donor transparency. Additionally, created meticulous quality control enhancements within the Human Resources domain, protecting and optimizing the organization's most valuable asset – its personnel capital. Eternal Truth Worldwide

Chief Financial Officer

1999 -2014

As CFO, led all audit activities, upheld rigorous compliance standards, and served as a strategic business partner to the President, providing insights to elevate financial and programmatic initiatives. Meticulously finalized monthly and annual financial reports for the Board of Directors, ensuring precision and transparency. Also cultivated impactful relationships with program recipients, enhancing fundraising profitability and engagement, and forged strategic community partnerships to amplify event productivity and mission impact. Systems Include - Sage Intacct ERP, Salesforce, Blackbaud, HubSpot, Quickbooks, Microsoft Suite, NWM ERP, Asana, Trello, Adobe Illustrator, Canva, Monday, Clickup, Slack, Little Green Light Regis University

MNM - Nonprofit Management

The Master’s University

BS - Behavioral Studies

Life and Health License

State of Indiana

40% Increase in Overall Sales Growth: Streamlined marketing and management processes to enhance market position. 35% Boost in Revenue Streams: Enhanced the business's market position, significantly increasing revenue. 50% Improvement in Departmental Efficiency: Implemented efficiencies in departmental processes. 25% Optimization of Resources: Proactively optimized resources to improve workflow. 30% Increase in Employee Skill Proficiency: Established a robust professional development infrastructure. 20% Increase in Employee Satisfaction and Engagement Scores: Fostered a collaborative and engaging work environment. 25% Improvement in Team Productivity and Innovation Rates: Enhanced team productivity through proactive professional development.

20% Increase in Donor Engagement and significant rise in Contributions: Enhanced donor development via advanced technological systems and strategy implementation.

40% improvement in real-time financial reporting and accuracy. 30% increase in operational efficiency and reduced data breaches through ERP implementation and enhanced security measures. 20% improvement in compliance adherence across multiple countries. 35% increase in staff proficiency and system utilization. 25% increase in donor transparency and satisfaction. 100% ensured accuracy and transparency in monthly and annual financial reports for the Board of Directors. 15% reduction in operational costs through rigorous financial oversight and efficiency improvements. 20% reduction in audit discrepancies, leading to enhanced compliance. 25% achieved an increase in fundraising profitability through strategic engagement initiatives. Sharon A. Melendez

EDUCATION AND SYSTEM KNOWLEDGE

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED

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