Resume

Gregory (Greg) A. Rende, CFE

***** *** ****, #***

Canton, MI 48187-2075

Cell: 248-***-****, E-mail: ******@*******.***

Professional Summary

Over 14 years of professional experience in Corporate Finance Management/Operations Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Operations Risk, Quality Close, FASB and GAAP Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Accounting, Forecasting, Planning, SOX Testing, Restructuring and Turnaround, Budgeting, Cost Estimating, Cost Analysis, Capital Expenditures, Mergers & Acquisitions, Bankruptcy and Debt Consolidation, and Program/Client Management.

Industry Experience: Manufacturing, Professional Services, Automotive (foreign and domestic), Procurement, Logistics, Banking, Energy, Technology, Tier I Suppliers

Experience: Ernst & Young, Detroit, MI

Senior Manager, Advisory Services, Business & Financial Risk Services

6/08-present ▪ Leader in the Advisory Service practice representing top 10% of Partnership. Responsible for developing client relationships and executing value added engagements that reduce inefficiencies and add value to the bottom line.

▪Developed and lead project with billion dollar automotive supplier improving financial process and assessing risks from an accounting and finance perspective. Eliminated inefficient processes, created synergy between plants and corporate headquarters, and improved reporting speed. Exceeded goals by adding value that went beyond original scope of work.

▪Managed, developed and implemented a quality close system at Automotive OEM. Worked in concert with top executives and managers to implement a new process that increased accuracy and cut close time by 19 days.

KPMG, LLP, Detroit, MI

Senior Manager, CFO Advisory Services

8/05-3/08 ▪ Leader in Advisory Practice, responsible for direct reports, revenue targets and delivering quality products to the assigned capital markets in the region.

▪ Areas of process improvement include, but not limited to, the following; Financial Governance, Financial Close and Consolidation, Shared Services, Integrated Financial Reporting, Financial Transformation and Pre- and Post-Merger Integration.

▪ Trusted advisor to CFO and other executive management with a focus on financial analysis, internal controls, operations and performance. Supervises a team that streamlines and creates more efficient processes within the finance function.

▪ Worked with clients to assist them in establishing leading practices and/or optimizing their financial functions by providing tools and methodologies to facilitate development of a more value added finance function.

▪ Examines business drivers and creates models for ‘best practice’ scenarios. Creates and implements complete engagement management from offer letter to final project assessment and post management interviews and reconciliations.

EaglePicher Automotive, Inkster, MI

Controller

10/04-8/05 ▪ Direct report to CFO for global, billion dollar automotive supplier responsible for total financial operations. Managed Finance Manager and several analysts.

▪ Managed the financial strength of 12 plants/facilities throughout North America. Developed and implemented cost strategies relevant to specific product lines.

▪ Supervised the JV relationship with Chinese supplier to build a plant near Shanghai, China.

▪ Responsible for customer and supplier strategies, quoting, system improvements, resolution of collection issues, and other supply chain issues.

▪ Lead team that managed Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. Restructured debt with investment partners and worked with suppliers to maintain current supply levels.

Meridian Automotive Systems, Dearborn, MI

1/03-10/04 Finance Manager

▪ Managed 10 person team (8 plants) of financial and accounting professionals for billion dollar Tier I manufacturer reporting directly to the VP of Finance.

▪ Supervised the financial viability of all current and future programs totaling over $500 million covering all production facilities in North America. Developed new cost estimating model.

▪ Developed, supervised and executed several cost saving projects in the areas of supply chain, logistics and production manufacturing that lowered costs 4-18% for each product line.

▪ Met with customers regularly in order to preserve financial position and improve relationship.

Budd Company, Plastics Division, Troy, MI

6/98-1/03 Senior Financial Analyst

▪ Prepared reports for top management outlining financial strengths and weaknesses of product lines in all manufacturing facilities and presented workable solutions in achieving both long and short-term goals.

▪ Generated profit/loss statements, quote summaries for new orders, and business case scenarios as well as other financial models and variances as they relate to specific product lines. Instructed management where variances were occurring as well as offering solutions for recovery.

▪ Supervised the creation, implementation and promotion of piece price cost models for products manufactured. Worked with accounting professionals on capital budgets and product line income statements. Met with suppliers to discuss cost strategy, and the forecasting of future business.

Detroit Diesel Corporation, Detroit, MI

5/95-6/98 Financial Analyst

▪ Prepared financial journals including the reconciliation of several revenue and asset accounts. Mentored new employees on specific accounting procedures and corporate policies.

▪ Worked with vendors, distributors and clients on reducing costs, while maximizing profitability in the supply chain and logistics fields.

▪ Assigned to specific product lines and performed cost and variance analysis which, in turn, was reported to management.

Center for Public Service, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI

9/92-5/94 Graduate Assistant

▪ Earned paid position (and free tuition) studying public school financing in the State of Michigan. Also completed correlating research paper for MBA program.

▪ Developed and executed regression analysis that quantified millage rates, property values, school district debt and the financial structure of the schools to determine the effectiveness of public school financing.

Education: Master of Accountancy, Walsh College, Troy, MI

Dec, 2009 Accounting (Plan: CPA Completion in 2010)

Master of Business Administration, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI

May, 1994 Core Focus: Financial Management

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI

May, 1992 Major: Finance, Minor: Economics

Certifications: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Member, Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants

Member, Institute of Management Accountants

Skill Set: Finance & Operations - Budgeting & Forecasting, Debt Restructuring & Turnaround, P&L and Capital Analysis, Product & Operations Analysis, and Financial Modeling, Cost Analysis, Cost Estimating, Supply Chain, Procurement Strategy.

IT Applications - All Microsoft Office Software, PeopleSoft, Hyperion, SAP, and Oracle financial applications.

Contact this candidate