Summary
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KENNETH FREDEMAN

Beaumont,TX

Summary

Forward-thinking CFO and Controller with private accounting and financial reporting experience. Offering proven track record of exceptional accuracy in reporting and auditing. Strong leader with calm presence and relationship/team building acumen. Specializing in financial decision making and policy development. Skilled in overcoming challenging issues and driving improvements.

Work History

PARTNER

BARKWOOD PET RESORT
Beaumont, TX
6.1-09 - Current
  • Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations for smooth handover to new owners.
  • Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Coordinated with technical and IT teams to develop company website and create online advertisements.
  • Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
  • Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.

CFO

PORT ARTHUR TOWING COMPANY
Nederland, TX
9.1-96 - 11.2024
  • Negotiated and managed contractual agreements to secure ideal terms and drive effective financial engagements.
  • Oversaw monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting while developing annual operational budget and 5-year projections.
  • Guided internal audits, risk assessments and compliance monitoring.
  • Formulated and implemented strategies to manage annual revenues of $2.5M and assets valued at $5M.
  • Set up and directed yearly budget.
  • Sourced, installed and implemented new accounting systems to streamline operations.
  • Devised funding strategies to drive company vision and support tactical initiatives.
  • Managed company-wide budgets, payroll, accounting and other financial operations.
  • Prepared financial forecasts to support fiscal planning and management.
  • Coordinated financial statement reviews to coordinate variance reporting, analysis of year-to-date and forecast performance against expectations.

Education

MBA - FINANCE

The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
05.1994

BBA - FINANCE

University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
05.1990

Skills

  • Infrastructure Planning
  • Operational Management
  • Documentation Compliance
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Budget Planning
  • Integrity and Transparency
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Financial Management
  • Analytical and Critical Thinker
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Leadership and People Development

Affiliations

  • Member, Alumni Association UT Austin
  • Member, Better Business Bureau (2010 - present)

Volunteer Work and Clubs

  • Capland Speech Therapy Center - Board of Directors 2000-2005
  • Port Arthur Rotary Club 1998-2003

Timeline

PARTNER

BARKWOOD PET RESORT
6.1-09 - Current

CFO

PORT ARTHUR TOWING COMPANY
9.1-96 - 11.2024

MBA - FINANCE

The University of Texas At San Antonio

BBA - FINANCE

University of Texas At Austin