Senior Finance Leader with Mentorship Focus

Gregory L. Ritter

Email - ******@****.*** Phone - 901-***-****

Address – 4684 Cedar Rose Drive Millington, TN 38053 Profile

I’m a highly-seasoned professional with over thirty years of experience in preparing and analyzing financial results. I’m also a collaborative leader who focuses on customer service, employee development and driving positive change. Mentoring others and providing valuable learning opportunities is a passion of mine. I have been recognized by multiple employers for outstanding mentorship.

Experience

Senior Manager – Henderson, Hutcherson & McCullough, PLLC (Aug 2022 – Aug 2025) Developed and managed client relationships and audit engagements. Presented results and recommendations to Boards and executives. Researched complex accounting and auditing issues for accuracy. Participated in speaking and article-writing opportunities. Developed and presented staƯ and client accounting training.

Corporate Controller – RAC King, LLC (Nov 2021 – Aug 2022) (Private equity) Supervised the daily operations of the accounting department including policies, procedures, systems, and financial reporting. Directed monthly close process and prepared GAAP compliant financial statements and management reporting pack. Coordinated and directed the preparation of the annual corporate and departmental budgets. Led the external audit process, including implementation of new accounting standards (ASC 842). Consulted Chief Financial OƯicer and Executive Team as a member of the Leadership Team. Managed, trained, and evaluated staƯ. Controller – Top RX, LLC (May 2017 – Oct 2021) (Private equity) Supervised the daily operations of the accounting department including policies, procedures, systems, and financial reporting. Directed monthly close process and prepared GAAP compliant financial statements and management reporting pack. Coordinated and directed the preparation of the annual corporate and departmental budgets, implemented budgeting software. Led the external audit process, including implementation of new accounting standards (ASC 606). Consulted Chief Financial OƯicer and Executive Team as a member of the Leadership Team. Managed, trained, and evaluated staƯ.

Director of Finance - Partners Central Business OƯice (Aug 2014 – Mar 2017) Spearheaded entity setup (payroll, benefits package, building lease, business insurance, etc.). Led the Accounting, Human Resource, and IT functions, while supporting the Executive Director and operations. Developed and implemented internal control policies and monitored ongoing compliance. Analyzed all leases, contracts, and other financial commitments. Managed/prepared all accounting, budgeting and finance functions & information including statement preparation, analysis, and presentation to the Board.

Chief Compliance OƯicer & Internal Auditor – UT Medical Group, Inc. (Nov 2013 – Jul 2014) Planned and conducted operational and financial audits and assisted with compliance audits. Directed corporate compliance program including all laws and regulations. Performed targeted audits and special projects as requested, complete with recommendations for improvements. Directed external audit process, including engagement of Auditor by Audit Committee. Presented results of findings to Audit & Finance Committees. Maintained duties of senior project accountant Industries

Real Estate and Construction, Logistics and Distribution, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Healthcare, Higher Education, Utilities, Investment Companies, Not-for-Profit, Partnerships, Employee Benefit Plans

Skills

Technical skills – Financial Statement Preparation and Analysis, Financial Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Technical Research, Implementation, Payroll, Fixed Assets, Account reconciliation, Auditing, Due Diligence, Cash Management & Treasury, Internal Audit, SOX, IFRS, Private Equity

Soft-skills – Leadership, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Time management, Flexibility, Accountability, Written and Oral Communications, Mentoring, Training Education and Certifications

Master of Science, Accountancy, Rhodes College

Bachelor of Business Administration, Rhodes College Certified Public Accountant

Chartered Global Management Accountant

Leadership and Volunteer Activities

Millington School Board, 2013-2016, 2021-2022

Maurice Elliott Leadership Institute

Rhodes Institute of Executive Leadership

Finance Committee, Millington First Baptist Church

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