Donovan Lynn
Akron
Summary
Dynamic finance executive with a proven track record at Novex Operating Company, excelling in cash flow management and financial strategy development. Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and achieving significant savings. Adept at audit coordination and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, driving organizational success through innovative solutions and strong leadership.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CFO
Novex Operating Company
03.2013 - 07.2025
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Spearheaded the implementation of a new financial reporting system, resulting in more accurate and timely data for decision-making purposes.
- Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors and suppliers, achieving significant savings on procurement expenses.
VP of Operations
Novex Operating Company
03.2013 - 07.2025
- Managed large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Evaluated existing workflows to identify inefficiencies and propose innovative solutions that enhance productivity across the organization.
- Led organizational restructuring initiatives to improve overall efficiency, streamline reporting lines, and eliminate redundancies while maintaining high employee morale and engagement levels.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the organization by implementing best practices in operations management and providing ongoing training for staff members.
- Identified opportunities for automation, leading to a significant reduction in manual labor costs and increased efficiency.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
Education
BBA - Accounting And Finance
Ohio University
Athens, OH06-2007
Skills
- Cash flow management
- Financial process improvement
- Financial strategy development
- Audit coordination
- Performance metrics analysis
- Budget development
- Financial reporting
- Business forecasting
- Operational decision making
- Accounting principles understanding
- Board reporting
Timeline
CFO
Novex Operating Company
03.2013 - 07.2025
VP of Operations
Novex Operating Company
03.2013 - 07.2025
BBA - Accounting And Finance
Ohio University
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