BRIAN C. WOZNIAK
Summary
Accomplished in reducing expenses, streamlining financial operations and improving reporting functions. Highly organized and systematic with in-depth understanding of Manufacturing.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Controller
Komatsu Mining
03.2020 - Current
- Responsible for reporting & analysis of NAPP Regional P&L, including appropriate & accurate revenue recognition
- Completion of budget and quarterly forecast
- Monthly review of results, including analysis of actuals vs. Budget/forecast
- Accountable for the NAPP Service Spending Performance (absorption), budget and forecast preparation, and regional revenue recognition & process
- Actively assists others with the creation and execution of effective development plans
- Provide coaching, balanced feedback, and appropriate recognition to the NAPP Finance Team
- Participate and lead internal meetings with Sales & Service Engineers, Service Managers, Customer Fulfillment Specialists, Warehouse Managers, and Global Finance and Operations personnel related to the NAPP product line
- Lead and compile monthly performance reporting related to sales & margin, expenses, capital expenditures, and headcount
- Maintain and review internal controls in order to protect company assets
Plant Controller
Komatsu Mining
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Implemented cost control tools that accounted for a 45% improvement in over/under absorption between FY20 and FY21
- Successfully led the integration of the new product line from the Bluefield plant closure
- Worked in tandem with the Ops Team to successfully drive down hours on new product line components, which greatly improved margins
- Effectively automated several key accounting processes to improve efficiency and eliminate the potential for manual errors
- Reviews and approves quoted machine margins and conducts plan vs. actual analysis to determine potential areas of improvement
- Prepares and presents site financial results on monthly review call with Finance Director
- Coordinates annual physical inventory and ensures compliance with cycle counting reporting requirements
- Prepares quarterly and annual profit plans and in connection with the annual plans, coordinates the preparation of departmental budgets
Controller/CFO
Ag Production Enterprises, Inc
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Implemented a manufacturing approach to budgeting & forecasting
- Introduced measurable KPI metrics as a way to improve efficiency and increase profitability
- Built and maintained relationships with lenders, insurance agents, business/financial consultants, community leaders, and customers
- Facilitated $9M sale of land to improve cash flow needs
- Mentored and coached all levels of the business to drive cultural change, improve productivity, and cut costs
- Negotiated employee benefit plans, with particular emphasis on maximizing a cost-effective benefits package
- Managed and mitigated key elements of the company's risk profile
- Managed cash balances and cash forecasts
Plant Controller, •Plant
NSG Group
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Controller for largest plant in OE Business Unit ($117M)
- Oversaw both Finance and Stores Departments
- Managed 2 direct reports and 4 indirect
- Directed plant accounting/finance functions to ensure proper recording, reporting, and analysis of plant results
- Developed standards & budgets/forecasts for measurement and control of plant performance
- Coordinated with Corporate FP&A to ensure the development of short- and long-range operational plans and budgets
- Presented quarterly financial performance to CEO, CFO, and Director of Global Operations
Assistant Controller
Arconic (formerly Alcoa)
04.2017 - 03.2018
- For largest plant in the Business Unit ($250M Revenue)
- Oversaw plant level forecasting and planning for Lafayette and Halethorpe locations
- Developed processes to ensure SOX compliance and other internal audit requirements
- Coordinated and supervised annual physical inventory for both Lafayette and Halethorpe plants
- Orchestrated annual Q3 inventory reduction across the plant to improve free cash flow
- Monthly review of standard costs to ensure plant is passing 5% absorption test
- Coordinated the overhaul of Aluminum Lithium standard costs for Lafayette & Halethorpe
Senior Financial Analyst
Arconic (formerly Alcoa)
11.2015 - 04.2017
- In charge of creating and executing annual financial plan and monthly forecasts
- Daily P&L and Cash Flow communication to Business Unit
- Coordinated monthly business review presentation with Lead Team
- Recipient of “Lafayette Hero” award in July 2016
FP&A Financial Analyst
Alcoa
11.2013 - 11.2015
- Alcoa Forgings and Extrusions
- Managed the strategic metal hedging process for the entire Business Unit
- Managed and prepared monthly and quarterly financial presentations for Executive Council
- Traveled to Saudi Arabia to present to Executive Lead Team on how to improve Net Productivity
- Spent one week implementing DI system and training Saudi Managers.
Senior Accountant
Alcoa
11.2011 - 11.2013
- Team Lead, who interviewed, trained, and helped supervise a team of 6 Senior Accountants
- Managed two highly complex Business Processes, which included the Workers Compensation & Allowance for Doubtful Accounts reserves
- Created efficiencies in the APP Performance Pay process, which resulted in centralization across 22 locations
- Received high marks from Internal Audit while serving as a special auditor in Knoxville, TN
Payroll Accountant
Bayer Corporation
11.2009 - 11.2011
- Traveled to several Bayer locations in New York and New Jersey to give formal presentations on the P&L and Balance Sheet impact of Payroll items
- Conducted quarterly teleconferences to advise on budgeting for payroll related expenses
- Received Special Recognition Award in March 2011 for going “Above and Beyond”
Financial Analyst
Bayer Corporation
03.2008 - 11.2009
- Conducted quarterly GL account reconciliation meetings for all BBTS balance sheet accounts
- Handled all United Way accounting activities
- Included the preparation of the income statement and the initiation of final payment to the United Way.
Premium Auditor
RLD Associates, Inc
04.2005 - 03.2008
- Performed worker's compensation and general liability audits for businesses with up to $100M in payroll
- Ranked in top 5 percent of company in production and accuracy
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Finance & International Business, Minor in Spanish
Pennsylvania State University
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The University of Seville
Timeline
Plant Controller
Komatsu Mining
03.2020 - 08.2022
Regional Controller
Komatsu Mining
03.2020 - Current
Controller/CFO
Ag Production Enterprises, Inc
02.2019 - 10.2019
Plant Controller, •Plant
NSG Group
03.2018 - 02.2019
Assistant Controller
Arconic (formerly Alcoa)
04.2017 - 03.2018
Senior Financial Analyst
Arconic (formerly Alcoa)
11.2015 - 04.2017
FP&A Financial Analyst
Alcoa
11.2013 - 11.2015
Senior Accountant
Alcoa
11.2011 - 11.2013
Payroll Accountant
Bayer Corporation
11.2009 - 11.2011
Financial Analyst
Bayer Corporation
03.2008 - 11.2009
Premium Auditor
RLD Associates, Inc
04.2005 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Science Degree - Finance & International Business, Minor in Spanish
Pennsylvania State University
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The University of Seville
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