Derek Bettura
Northfield,US
Summary
Results-driven finance professional with experience in financial management, accounting, budgeting, reporting, and operational oversight. Proven ability to analyze financial information, strengthen internal controls, support strategic decision-making, and manage multiple priorities with accuracy and integrity. Experienced in Controller and Finance Manager responsibilities, with strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. Committed to community service and teamwork through volunteer involvement, bringing a well-rounded combination of financial expertise, leadership, accountability, and community engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Hardwood Lumber Company
02.2026 - Current
- Managed financial reporting and budgeting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Led month-end close processes, ensuring timely completion and adherence to deadlines.
- Collaborated with executive team to develop strategic financial plans that supported company goals.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, reducing departmental expenses while upholding quality standards.
- Managed approximately $50M of annual revenue.
Finance Manager
Brokers Investment Company
07.2024 - 01.2026
- Streamlined month-end processes to enhance data accuracy and efficiency.
- Implement a new budgeting tool that streamlined resource allocation, significantly reducing overspending and optimizing financial performance.
- Conducted comprehensive audits of financial statements, identifying key discrepancies that resulted in improved compliance and risk management.
- Cultivated relationships with financial institutions to secure optimal customer financing.
- Increased revenue through strategic initiatives, approximately 5M-15M annually.
- Conducted comprehensive audits of financial statements, identifying discrepancies that improved compliance and risk management.
- Streamline month-end processes, enhancing data accuracy and efficiency.
Business Manager/Chief Financial Officer
Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania (Private Sector)
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Streamlined operational workflows by identifying inefficiencies and implementing targeted solutions that enhanced process effectiveness.
- Enhanced team productivity by cultivating a positive work environment and providing supportive leadership.
- Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Negotiated supplier and vendor contracts, securing favorable terms that aligned with company goals while preserving strong relationships.
- Prepare monthly financial reports, balance a variety of bank accounts, oversee and organize capital projects, all within the $26M budget.
Accounting Apprenticeship
DT Moore & Company
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Utilized QuickBooks for payroll and business expense preparation, 1040 and 1065 preparation, and data entry across various software systems.
- Reconciled accounts and analyzed expense data, net worth, and assets to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Managed daily cash functions including account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donations, and cash and banking reconciliations.
Finance & Accounting Internship
Phantom Fireworks Inc.
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Conducted financial data analysis and prepared excel spreadsheets to support executive decision-making.
- Applied learned concepts in industry-specific settings to enhance practical understanding and contribute to projects.
- Managed day-to-day accounting processes to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Accounting Internship
Hill, Barth, & King LLC
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Prepare and scan client taxes using firm software for 1040, 1065, or 1120 S-CORP filings.
- Acquired hands-on experience with accounting software programs including QuickBooks, Excel, and Sage to improve task efficiency.
- Assisted senior accountants in preparing year-end tax returns, ensuring compliance with deadlines.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports. Streamlined tax preparation processes, ensuring timely and accurate submissions that enhanced client trust and satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OhioBachelors Degree - Philosophy
John Carroll University
Cleveland, OhioSkills
- Preparing financial statements
- Budget forecasting
- Month-end processes
- General ledger
- Cash reconciliation
- Variance analysis
- Audit support
- Cost management
- Process improvement
- Finance
- Team leadership
- Staff management
- Negotiation
- Problem solving
- For-profit accounting
- End closing procedures
Affiliations
• Diocese of Youngstown; St. Carlos Acutis: Finance Board
•Diocese of Cleveland; Mary Queen of Peace : Finance Board
•Columbiana, Ohio Chamber of Commerce
•Knights of Columbus (4th Degree)
•National Slovenian Home of Cleveland
•Italian-American Home of Youngstown
Timeline
Controller
Hardwood Lumber Company
02.2026 - Current
Finance Manager
Brokers Investment Company
07.2024 - 01.2026
Business Manager/Chief Financial Officer
Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania (Private Sector)
06.2023 - 07.2024
Accounting Apprenticeship
DT Moore & Company
01.2023 - 06.2023
Finance & Accounting Internship
Phantom Fireworks Inc.
08.2022 - 12.2022
Accounting Internship
Hill, Barth, & King LLC
01.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Youngstown State University
Bachelors Degree - Philosophy
John Carroll University