Business Development Senior Executive

LAVARDICUS K. ATKINS

Frisco, TX ***** / 214-***-**** / ********@*****.***

SUMMARY AND PROFILE

Core Competencies

Senior Executive Collaboration, Contract Negotiations, Business Development, Corporate Reorganization Affairs, Business Leadership, Cost Reduction & Avoidance, Corporate Finance Management, Financial Operations, Goal-driven Leadership, ROI & Productivity Optimization, Client Relations, US GAAP compliance, SOX policies and procedures, Strategic Planning & Execution, Risk Assessment Management, Report Development, Due Diligence, Decision-Making, Visionary, Team-Building, Forecasting & Financial Modeling, Investor Relationships, Multi-Location Operations Leadership, Financial Statement Analysis & Reporting, Variance Analysis, Monthly Close Experience, Project Accounting, Business Advisory Services, Internal Controls, Business Valuation, Account Reconciliation, Accruals, Budget Planning & Administration, Annual Planning/Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Cost Accounting, Program/Project Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Strategic Analysis, KPI Benchmarking, Problem-solving, AD-HOC Analysis, Training & Development, Emotional Intelligence, Presentations, Excellent communication skills.

Leadership

One of 28 individuals selected to Raytheon’s elite Financial Leadership Development Program.

Raytheon certified Six Sigma “Expert”.

One of 48 basketball players chosen nationwide for the National Association of Basketball Coaches Committee, which provides input regarding student-athlete issues.

Co-Captain of the 2003-2004 SMU Men’s Basketball Team.

Men’s Basketball Team representative on SMU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee that organizes student input into administration of the athletic program.

Provide career mentorship to prospective college students across the DFW area.

Volunteer for Career Day Program for elementary school students.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Nordson Medical Corp, Dallas, TX

Senior Manager Accounting and Control

Feb 2025 - Present

Currently lead financial reporting and control functions for $500M Atrion Division

Reviews data to ensure accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley policies and procedures.

Bring heightened visibility to key business information within complex, restructured organization.

Enhanced analysis to provide better view for senior management into financial health of large operations.

ViaOne Financial Services, Dallas, TX

Controller

Dec 2023 – Feb 2025

Spearheads financial strategy for a $250M Telecom provider, overseeing all aspects of financial reporting, budget preparation, and cost management across multiple divisions.

Reviews data to ensure accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley policies and procedures.

Partners with CEO, COO, and senior leadership to develop long-term business plans, improving profitability by 15% through cost controls and revenue optimization initiatives.

Manages quarterly and annual financial forecasting, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and market conditions.

Enhanced financial transparency by automating financial reporting processes, reducing month-end close time by 30%.

Directed a team of 10 financial professionals, providing mentorship and career development opportunities to enhance team productivity and engagement.

Process full-cycle payroll for salaried and hourly employees.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies that resulted in 60% increase in client acquisition and 10% growth in revenue in challenging environment.

FP&A oversight responsibilities such as: variance analysis, transparency and accuracy of data, Risk management, Opportunity assessment, and KPI implementation plans.

Produce granular and high-level reporting documentation for ownership review

Pier 60 Construction, Dallas, TX

Business Controller/CFO

May 2019 – Dec 2023

Reviews data to ensure accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley policies and procedures.

Income tax preparations and recommendations regarding tax reporting issues and compliance requirements.

Maintains the overall integrity of accounting and financial systems.

Prepares financial statements for management and key stakeholders.

Accrual Management and Balance Sheet Reconciliations.

GL account mapping for reporting and financial statement consolidation.

Streamline processes for AP & AR Invoicing.

Raytheon, McKinney, TX

Finance Manager

Feb 2020 - Nov 2022

Served as subject matter expert for Finance activities, ensuring compliance with internal and external Code of Ethics.

Assisted with the acquisition of significant repeat business and help position our Sustainment Portfolio as a value-added partner with exceptional service and capabilities.

Managed department that lead financial reporting and forecasting efforts for $2B Maritime Littoral System Business Segment.

Heavily involved with operational reviews. Analyzed and developed programmatic financial information (bookings, sales, profit, and cash).

Prepared weekly Short Range Outlook financial information for Senior leadership team. Prepared and reviewed monthly operating packages for Senior Level management. Assisted corporate accounting department with monthly close activities.

Supported government audits by performing research and analysis; coordinating requests with multiple departments, prepared position papers, and drafted formal responses for submission to the DCAA and DCMA.

Developed Annual Operating Plan & 5-Year Strategic Plan for management and key stakeholders. Facilitated Corporate Sales Team by identifying additional revenue channels. Supported Corporate Sales organization by ensuring alignment between new business investments and strategic objectives

Aramark, Dallas, TX, SMU Client

Controller

Oct 2012 - May 2019

Maintained overall integrity of accounting and financial systems.

Served on oversight team for financial and cash operations of $27M at Southern Methodist University.

Established and implemented working capital control programs, and enforced policies designed to maximize internal control of inventories, cash, and equipment.

Prepared financial and operating reports and statements.

Conducted and documented financial analysis projects.

Record of improving sales (6%-10% growth YoY), successfully introducing new offerings, and growing customer base.

Utilized Salesforce to leverage relationships; increasing retention of key revenue accounts.

Managed successful staff of five office and accounting personnel

Raytheon, Dallas, TX

Financial Analyst

Aug 2005 - Oct 2012

Citigroup, New York, New York

Investment Banking Analyst

May 2004 - May 2005

EDUCATION AND OTHERS

Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX

Masters in Accounting in Accounting, May 2005

Bachelor of Business Administration in Financial Consulting, Dec 2003

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