David Rodrigues
Rochelle Park,NJ
Summary
Accomplished finance executive with a proven track record at Kuehne + Nagel Inc., specializing in financial strategy development and leadership. Expert in driving business process improvements and fostering team growth, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and profitability. Demonstrates mastery in financial analysis, reporting, and strategic planning, ensuring robust financial health and sustainable organizational growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Finance, Quick Group
Kuehne + Nagel Inc.
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborates with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Demonstrates proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Leads teams and shared service centers responsible for the complete finance function across the organization
- Manages financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
- Enhances company profitability by implementing strategic business plans and optimizing operational processes.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
- Identifies opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
Vice President of Financial Integration
Kuehne + Nagel Inc.
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
Vice President of Financial Accounting
Kuehne + Nagel Inc.
05.2015 - 04.2019
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Leveraged technology to automate workflows and streamline processes, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings across the organization.
- Oversaw mergers and acquisitions activities that expanded company footprint into new markets or regions while ensuring seamless integration processes post-acquisition.
Regional Controller, SW USA
Kuehne + Nagel Inc.
06.2010 - 04.2015
- Mentored finance staff, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Reduced regional expenses through diligent budget management and cost control initiatives.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining month-end close processes and implementing automated systems.
- Developed key performance indicators to track regional financial health and drive informed decisionmaking.
- Identified areas for process improvement, implementing solutions that increased efficiency across the finance department.
- Oversaw regional capital expenditure projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints while maximizing return on investment.
- Analyzed profitability trends within divisions, identifying opportunities for margin improvement through cost reduction or pricing adjustments.
- Coordinated cross-functional collaboration between sales, operations, IT teams to streamline communication channels for better business intelligence integration.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Increased financial transparency with well-structured monthly and quarterly reports for senior leadership.
- Improved cash flow management by optimizing accounts receivable and payable processes.
Regional Finance Assistant, Africa
Kuehne + Nagel (Pty) Ltd
03.2007 - 06.2010
- Enhanced overall financial management, providing timely and accurate reports to senior staff members.
- Preparation of monthly financial statements and reports to inform management.
- Supported year-end closing activities, ensuring all transactions were properly recorded before the start of the new fiscal year.
- Assisted in budget preparation for streamlined financial planning and forecasting.
- Generated reports for budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis to track results against target profit margins.
Internal Auditor, South Africa
Kuehne + Nagel (Pty) Ltd
12.2004 - 02.2007
- Assisted in the preparation of audit reports that clearly communicated findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
- Enhanced internal control systems by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing effective audit recommendations.
- Supported management in developing action plans to address identified issues, promoting timely resolution of audit findings.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce, Honors - Accounting And Finance
University of South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa12.2007
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa12.2004
Skills
- Financial Strategy Development
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Business process improvement
- Cash Flow Management
- Strategic financial planning
- Working capital management
- Internal controls implementation
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Financial Modeling and Forecasting
- Leadership and People Development
- Financial reports
- P&L Management
Timeline
Vice President of Finance, Quick Group
Kuehne + Nagel Inc.
01.2021 - Current
Vice President of Financial Integration
Kuehne + Nagel Inc.
01.2019 - 12.2020
Vice President of Financial Accounting
Kuehne + Nagel Inc.
05.2015 - 04.2019
Regional Controller, SW USA
Kuehne + Nagel Inc.
06.2010 - 04.2015
Regional Finance Assistant, Africa
Kuehne + Nagel (Pty) Ltd
03.2007 - 06.2010
Internal Auditor, South Africa
Kuehne + Nagel (Pty) Ltd
12.2004 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Commerce, Honors - Accounting And Finance
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
University of Johannesburg
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