Leigh Profit
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Finance executive with a proven track record of successfully implementing effective accounting systems to ensure accurate results and drive strong organizational performance. Possessing broad experience in non-profit, public accounting, and private industry, this professional is a persistent leader who is eager to lead and grow organizations. The skill set includes strategic planning, problem-solving, and effective communication, along with a solid understanding of business principles, project management, and team leadership. Known for a collaborative approach and relentless work ethic.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President of Finance and Operations
CRISTO REY JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL
01.2013 - Current
- Advises the President and other key members of senior management on financial planning budgeting, cash flow, investment priorities, and policy matters
- Serves as the management liaison to the finance and investment committees of the board; effectively communicates and presents critical financial matters at Board of Trustees and committee meetings
- Contributes to the development of Cristo Rey Jesuit's strategic goals and objectives as well as the overall management of the organization
- Maintains continuous lines of communication, keeping the president informed of all critical issues
- Represents the organization externally, as necessary, particularly in banking, insurance, lease negotiations, human resources, and corporate internship program events
- Coordinates campus master plan with the President in conjunction with the Board of Trustees
- Upgrades and implements an appropriate system of policies, internal controls, accounting standards, and procedures
- Oversees and leads annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the President; administers and reviews all financial plans and budgets; monitors progress and changes
- In collaboration with the President, ensures that Cristo Rey Jesuit implements the strategic plan
- Provides analytical support to Cristo Rey Jesuit's internal management team including development of internal management reporting capabilities
- Coordinates and leads the annual audit process
- Manages organizational cash flow and forecasting
- Makes recommendations for enhancements or changes to employee benefits package based on cost, employee preferences, system capabilities, and strategic direction
- Oversees Cristo Rey Jesuit's human resources and administration, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training, and recruiting
- Negotiates benefits contracts and property/workers compensation/casualty/liability insurance with brokers
- Ensures that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Strategically anticipated long-term business needs by analyzing revenue trends to inform process improvements.
Controller
HAMEL BUILDERS
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Supervised, trained, and developed staff of five project accountants for a $200 million company and subsidiaries
- Managed accounts payable process including check review and approval, vendor activity, job cost accounting, and timely payments
- Responsible for timely recording of cash receipts and weekly accounts receivable reporting across the companies
- Worked closely with CFO and external auditors to coordinate year-end audits and contractors' cost certifications
- Ensured implementation of appropriate internal controls and accounting procedures
- Protected assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls
- Provided status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data
- Prepared special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
Director of Finance
IMMUNE DEFICIENCY FOUNDATION
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Managed the accounting department to ensure proper maintenance of all internal control and financial systems
- Produced and monitored annual budget, including federal NIH grant
- Directed all program and grant accounting to ensure that expenditures were consistently aligned with grant and program budgets
- Ensured timeliness, accuracy, and usefulness of financial reporting to leadership, Finance Committee, and board of trustees
- Directed year-end financial and A-133 audits, as well as timely and accurate filing of federal and state tax returns and Form 5500
- Managed all banking activities, investment accounts, and asset management.
Manager
HERTZBACH & COMPANY, P.A. (BDO USA)
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Promoted four times in eight years to higher responsibility positions
- Performed audits, reviews, and compilations of non-public companies in a broad range of industries including construction, professional services, and nonprofit organizations
- Prepared and reviewed tax returns for corporations, nonprofits, partnerships, individuals, and trusts
- Recruited, trained, and supervised staff accountants on multiple complex accounting engagements with a focus on client service
- Served as a member of the firm's Assurance Services Focus Group and Nonprofit Services Focus Group
- Directed the work of staff, seniors and supervisors assigned to client engagements
- Directed field work on financial statement audit and accounting engagements, monitoring progress of engagements in relation to budgets and due dates.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy -
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA-CHAMPAIGN
Skills
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Internal controls implementation
- Strategic Financial Planning
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Organizational Leadership
- Internal Controls & Compliance
- Audit Coordination
- Team Development & Management
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
Certification
CPA - Certified Public Accountant, State of Illinois
Outsideactivities
- SOUTH BALTIMORE LEARNING CENTER, Baltimore, MD, Volunteer Board Member, Vice Chair, 2017-01-01, 2022-01-01
- PERENNIAL STAYS, Baltimore, MD, Owner / Operator, 2016-01-01, Present
Timeline
Vice President of Finance and Operations
CRISTO REY JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL
01.2013 - Current
Controller
HAMEL BUILDERS
01.2012 - 01.2013
Director of Finance
IMMUNE DEFICIENCY FOUNDATION
01.2011 - 01.2012
Manager
HERTZBACH & COMPANY, P.A. (BDO USA)
01.2003 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy -
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA-CHAMPAIGN
CPA - Certified Public Accountant, State of Illinois
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