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KRISTIN FOURNIER
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Summary
Dynamic financial executive with over 25 years of expertise in finance and business operations, recognized for driving organizational success through strategic cash flow forecasting, budget planning, and comprehensive full-cycle accounting. Proven leadership in managing multi-million-dollar entities and overseeing large teams across diverse divisions, consistently achieving ambitious goals in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated ability to implement innovative, multi-faceted strategies while maintaining a strong focus on operational efficiency and effectiveness. Specialized knowledge in mergers enhances the capacity to navigate complex financial landscapes and drive sustainable growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Controller
Ellab, Inc.
01.2020 - Current
- Execute, Compiled and analyzed full accounting process, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements for a global organization.
- Executed implementation of two ERP systems, transitioning from QuickBooks to Microsoft Dynamics.
- Facilitated data preparation for M&A due diligence processes.
- Oversaw the alignment of systems and processes after acquisitions, ensuring continuity and effectiveness in operations.
- Implemented automated billing workflows to streamline invoicing processes and reduce turnaround time by 30%.
- Conducted detailed analysis of monthly billing for East Coast operations, ensuring accuracy for $3+ million in revenue monthly across 100+ engineers.
- Analyzed organizational structure and developed targeted plans for business reorganization and growth initiatives.
- Assisted in evaluating business operations and procedures to find areas for efficiency improvements.
- Analyzed financial data to support budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Facilitated staff training and leadership on special projects to enhance ERP integration, implement module add-ons, and adapt to SOP changes and company acquisitions.
Controller
ICQ, Corp. (acquired by Ellab, Inc.)
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Oversaw comprehensive business operations in a remote work environment.
- Gathered and presented relevant materials, engaging in strategic monthly management meetings.
- Enhanced monthly reporting framework to streamline production transition from bd14 to bd6, ensuring improved accuracy and timeliness.
- Reviewed and interpreted balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements to provide insights into financial performance.
- Administered human resources and payroll processing, supporting a diverse team of over 100 employees.
- Facilitated insurance audit processes and generated 1099 documents for efficient distribution.
- Oversaw daily activities of accounting and HR staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Oversaw design and execution of comprehensive billing and reporting procedures, resulting in significant efficiency improvements and substantial reduction in lost revenue.
- Engaged in cross-functional teamwork to optimize business operations and streamline procedures.
Controller
Lavallee Systems
Oxford, MA, USA
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Oversaw all aspects of full cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management.
- Supervised office team and assisted multiple executives to optimize administrative processes.
- Administered comprehensive accounts payable and receivable processes, maintaining financial integrity for $15 million in transactions.
- Administered payroll functions for 50+ employees in three divisions, guaranteeing compliance with relevant labor laws.
- Orchestrated month-end closing procedures, ensuring all required items were addressed through structured checklists that specified deadlines and assigned responsibilities.
- Achieved accurate financial forecasts through diligent cash flow and budgeting analysis.
- Analyzed existing processes and implemented controls to reduce expenses and improve financial performance.
- Implemented market repositioning and expansion strategies to enhance service offerings beyond plumbing to include HVAC and electrical services.
Assistant Corporate Controller
The Publick House
Sturbridge, MA, USA
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Managed accounting office functions and led team to ensure financial accuracy and compliance within three multimillion-dollar establishments.
- Executed payroll management, delivering weekly reports that tracked and analyzed budget and payroll expenditures.
- Executed regular updates and maintenance of weekly cash flow and yearly budget for effective financial planning.
- Maintained comprehensive sales journal in Excel to support data analysis and reporting.
- Managed financial reporting processes to ensure timely and accurate data submission.
- Projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews.
Office Manager
Jim Lavallee P&H, Inc.
Oxford, MA, USA
01.2005 - 01.2018
- Created detailed service quotes and executed billing operations to facilitate client transactions.
- Oversaw executive personnel management and directed all business accounting operations.
- Streamlined work order management and billing procedures to enhance operational efficiency and accountability.
- Conducted comprehensive monthly job costing to support budget management and project profitability.
- Managed coordination of warehouse inventory stock levels to ensure optimal supply chain efficiency.
- (Rebranded to Lavallee Systems)
Club Accountant
Sterling National Country Club
Sterling, MA, USA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Managed comprehensive account and billing tasks via Jonas ERP system, ensuring effective service delivery for 1,000+ members.
- Managed monthly financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Ensured accuracy and timeliness of payables and receivables data to support financial operations.
- Executed timely processing of weekly payroll for over 60 employees.
- Oversaw cash transactions and ensured accurate daily balancing of POS sales to maintain financial integrity.
- Engaged with over 1000 members to enhance loyalty and improve overall membership retention rates.
- Updated and organized sales journal to facilitate data analysis and improve sales strategies.
- Established internal controls by implementing segregation of duties, approval and authorization processes, and reconciling.
Office Manager
Sunrise Partition Systems
Leominster, MA, USA
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Oversaw business accounting operations and directed office staff activities.
- Executed end-to-end accounting operations for two locations, maintaining compliance and financial integrity.
- Led initiatives to optimize billing processes in alignment with AIA standards.
- Oversaw compliance with prevailing wage regulations to ensure project integrity.
- Managed documentation of project completion metrics to enhance reporting accuracy.
- Analyzed vendor contracts and optimized cash flow management to safeguard the company against bankruptcy risks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Concentration in Accounting
Worcester State University
Worcester, MA, USASkills
- ERP System Implementation and Optimization
- Acquisition strategy development
- Business development strategies
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Cash flow analysis and management
- Data-driven business insights
- Process Improvement and Automation
- Strategic Financial Planning and Analysis
- Risk Management and Internal Controls
- Audit Preparation and Management
- Leadership and Team Management
- Financial Systems and Software (eg, ERP, Excel)
- Internal Controls & Compliance
Accomplishments
- Streamlined workflows and minimized variances by suggesting and implementing new accounting software.
- Partnered with a team of 10 to integrate a global ERP system, reducing manual data entry by 30% and consolidating 5 legacy platforms.
- Directed a cross-functional team in the end-to-end implementation of Microsoft Dynamics, re-engineering financial workflows to compress month-end closing by over 55% (from 14 days to 6)
- Cut total of past due accounts from 35% to 15%.
- Accelerated company growth by identifying and capturing untapped market opportunities; engineered a business pivot to develop two new revenue-generating sectors while optimizing legacy structures.
- Facilitated the successful $15M sale of the organization by directing all M&A due diligence activities, streamlining data reporting, and mitigating risk during the valuation phase.
- Orchestrated the post-merger integration (PMI) of three separate acquisitions, unifying disparate systems and workflows to ensure operational continuity and cross-functional synergy
Interests
Timeline
Business Controller
Ellab, Inc.
01.2020 - Current
Controller
ICQ, Corp. (acquired by Ellab, Inc.)
01.2020 - 01.2022
Controller
Lavallee Systems
01.2018 - 01.2020
Assistant Corporate Controller
The Publick House
01.2013 - 01.2018
Club Accountant
Sterling National Country Club
01.2010 - 01.2013
Office Manager
Sunrise Partition Systems
01.2007 - 01.2010
Office Manager
Jim Lavallee P&H, Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Concentration in Accounting
Worcester State University
Software Experience
QuickBooks
Microsoft Dynamics
Accpac/Sage
Cake/Shogo
Opera
Bill.com
DocuSign
Expensify
Adobe Pro
Drop Box/One Drive
Teams/Zoom
Field Service Management
Salesforce
Multiple online billing platforms (Fieldglass, etc.)
Multiple types of time keeping & payroll Software (Ebillity)
Microsoft Office Applications
ABOUT ME
- Great Work Ethic
- Detailed-Oriented
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Family-Oriented
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Effective Communication
- Process Improvement Driven
- Cross-Functional Collaboration