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Mahendra Hariraj

Valley Stream,NY

Summary

A seasoned financial executive with 15+ years of leadership experience across not-for-profit, healthcare, education, and private sectors, I specialize in driving sustainable growth and operational efficiency through strategic financial governance and risk mitigation. With expertise in managing multi-million-dollar budgets, developing financial models, and securing diversified funding, I optimize resources and maximize impact. As a trusted advisor to boards and executives, I lead high-performing teams, delivering data-driven strategies that enhance transparency, foster accountability, and align financial operations with both mission-driven and profit-oriented goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Financial Officer

Eihab Human Services
02.2024 - Current
  • Strategic Financial Leadership: Managed financial operations for a $100M multi-state organization, ensuring alignment of resources with strategic objectives.
  • Budgeting & Financial Planning Led the development of multi-million-dollar budgets, improving resource allocation by 10% to support program growth.
  • Program Expansion & Capital Financing: Secured capital investments for facility expansions across multiple states, funded through Medicaid, OPWDD, federal grants, and private funders.
  • Revenue Growth & Cash Flow Optimization: Boosted revenue by 15% through a diverse funding base, including Medicaid/OPWDD reimbursements, federal grants, and private funding sources. Optimized cash flow to maintain operational liquidity.
  • Procurement & Cost Efficiency: Reduced costs by 10% through improved procurement processes and vendor negotiations, resulting in significant savings for the organization.
  • Governance, Compliance & Audit Oversight: Ensured full compliance with GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, and regulatory filings. Led fiscal, pension, 403B, and OMIG audits, while managing key filings such as Form 990 and CFR.
  • Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Growth: Partnered with CEOs to lead mergers and acquisitions, driving organizational growth and enhancing service delivery capacity.

Adjunct Professor of Finance & Economics

Monroe College, King Graduate Business School
09.2019 - Current
  • Advanced Finance Instruction: Deliver complex financial concepts through engaging case studies, enhancing students’ analytical and decision-making abilities in global finance.
  • Mentorship & Leadership: Provide mentorship and career guidance, preparing students for high-level finance positions in corporate, public, and non-profit sectors.
  • Collaborative Curriculum Development: Continuously refine and innovate course offerings in partnership with academic leadership, ensuring relevance and alignment with industry trends.

Chief Financial Officer & Vice President

Edge Inc,
04.2022 - 02.2024
  • ESOP Transition & Audit Leadership: Led the first financial audit and ESOP transition for a $100M+ organization, ensuring compliance and long-term sustainability.
  • Budgeting & Capital Management: Boosted reporting accuracy by 20%, optimizing liquidity through strategic cash flow models and dashboards.
  • Revenue Growth & Fleet Utilization: Increased revenue by 12% through strategic planning and improved asset utilization.
  • Cost Control & Efficiency: Cut expenses by 8% and enhanced operational efficiency by 15% with targeted cost management.
  • Lease & Asset Management: Managed leases and assets to ensure optimal cash flow and support growth.
  • Financial Reporting & Compliance: Developed a GAAP and SOX-compliant reporting framework, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Covenant & Asset Oversight: Maintained financing covenant compliance and optimized asset portfolios.
  • Procurement & Receivables: Reduced receivables by 50% and vendor costs by 10% through process improvements.
  • Leadership & Team Development: Led a high-performing finance team, driving collaboration and financial literacy.

Vice President of Finance

Tenement Museum
07.2020 - 02.2024
  • Strategic Financial Leadership: Directed financial strategy, leading a finance team to ensure robust reporting, audits, and revenue management, while providing actionable insights to the Board and executive leadership.
  • Pandemic Fiscal Navigation: Partnered with the Finance Committee and executive team to navigate the organization through fiscal challenges during the pandemic, developing a revenue and cost model that sustained operations by optimizing key revenue streams and reducing costs.
  • Capital Project Leadership: Led a major capital project funded by DCLA, private funding, and bonds, achieving over $2.0M in savings through strategic contract renegotiation's while maintaining project quality.
  • Revenue Growth & Fundraising: Collaborated with the development team to secure significant new funding, driving sustainable revenue through programs, exhibits, ticketing, and retail.
  • Operational Efficiency: Reduced operational expenses by 15% through vendor renegotiation and process optimization, maintaining program impact and quality.
  • Grant Management & Compliance: Enhanced grant processes, improving compliance and reporting, which led to increased funding and stronger financial oversight.

Managing Director of Finance

The Door and University Settlement
10.2019 - 07.2022
  • Led financial strategy and operations for an $80M nonprofit, managing budget planning, grant compliance, and operational efficiency. Drove improvements in billing, audit compliance, and team development to support programs in youth development and social services.
  • Budgeting & Financial Planning: Directed the development of an $80M budget, optimizing financial resources and improving cost management by 10%/
  • Grant Management & Funders: Secured a 25% increase in funding from sources including NYC DYCD, DOE, DOHMH, and OPWDD, streamlining grant compliance and reporting.
  • Billing & Revenue Streamlining: Overhauled billing processes, eliminated an inefficient third-party provider, and restored fiscal and CFR compliance, improving cash flow and revenue accuracy.
  • Audit & Compliance: Led internal and external audits, ensuring full regulatory compliance and transparency.
  • Sage Intacct Implementation: Spearheaded the finance-side implementation of Sage Intacct, improving financial reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • Team Leadership & Collaboration: Built and developed a high-performing finance team while fostering a collaborative culture with program leaders to optimize resource allocation and program impact.

Director of Accounting

Fedcap Rehabilitation Services
03.2016 - 05.2018
  • Financial Leadership: Led financial strategy for a $300M organization, overseeing complex financial operations, compliance, and budgeting across 12 subsidiaries.
  • Strategic Budgeting & Reporting: Improved budgeting accuracy by 15%, consolidating financials and providing detailed reports for the board and executive leadership to drive data-driven decisions.
  • Audit Leadership & Compliance: Managed OMB A-133 and 403B audits, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, while strengthening internal controls.
  • Revenue Optimization: Streamlined revenue management processes, enhancing cash flow, billing efficiency, and operational performance.
  • Month-End Close: Reduced month-end close from 20 to 10 business days, improving the timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Cost Control & Efficiency: Achieved a 10% reduction in operational costs through process improvements and resource optimization.
  • Consolidated Financial Management: Ensured accurate financial management across subsidiaries, enhancing cross-entity collaboration and alignment.
  • Team Leadership & Development: Led a team of 25 finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and improving team efficiency through targeted training and process enhancements.

Controller

Wink Technologies (Flextronics Subsidiary)
12.2013 - 03.2016
  • Oversaw the fiscal management of a $150 million technology firm, delivering strategic financial insights that supported operational and financial growth. Conducted in-depth financial statement analysis and reporting, providing critical data for strategic budgeting and forecasting, thereby enabling agile corporate planning.
  • Streamlined banking operations and revenue management, employing market analysis and cost studies to drive pricing strategies that maximized profitability. Identified and capitalized on new revenue opportunities through SaaS models, collaborating with executive management to expand the company's market presence
  • Managed key business platforms and system integrations with a focus on Salesforce and NetSuite, enhancing business operations and financial system functionalities. Delivered comprehensive monthly financial metrics reports, equipping top management with the data necessary for strategic revenue and cost management
  • Directed sales tax, project accounting, and contract negotiations, leading a dedicated accounting team to surpass financial targets and strengthen fiscal discipline. Reinforced a culture of compliance, overseeing payroll operations, maintaining data integrity, and leading the firm through meticulous tax preparation and audit processes.

Assistant Controller

M. Moser Associates
02.2009 - 12.2023
  • Led the U.S Financial strategy for an $85 million international firm, delivering key financial initiatives that supported thefirm's expansive design projects. Liaised directly with the CFO, providing comprehensive financial reporting and analysis that informed strategic decisions and business direction. Managed full-cycle accounting operations, ensuring flawless month-end closing and robust financial controls that ensured the accuracy of P&L and balance sheets. Oversaw critical financial functions, including AR, AP, and cash management, facilitating seamless operational liquidity and effective funding strategies. Conducted all external and internal audits, upholding the highest standards of financial compliance and ensuring readiness for any financial scrutiny.
  • Coordinated with Project Managers to ensure precise project cost accounting, contributing to the accurate valuation and financial success of design projects. Developed and maintained financial controls and policies, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy of financial statements and safeguarding company assets.

Senior Accountant

Morstan General Agency
08.2008 - 02.2011
  • Accountable for the maintenance, analysis, and reporting of complex financial activities, enhancing the company'sservice delivery and operational efficiency. Enhanced Reporting Accuracy**: Produced accurate and reliable financial statements and management reports, significantly contributing to strategic budgeting and precise financial forecasting. Administered diverse banking transactions and executed rigorous inventory oversight to ensure alignment with fiscal strategies.
  • Developed and implemented revenue management initiatives that aligned with and surpassed financial targets. Advanced Partnered with executive management to identify new revenue opportunities and refine financial processes, leveraging in-depth analyses of cost structures and market trends to drive profitability and efficiency.

Adjunct Lecturer & Tutor

YORK COLLEGE, The City University Of New York
09.2009 - 08.2018
  • Supported the development and delivery of dynamic accounting and finance curricula. Employed innovative teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement and facilitate practical application of theoretical knowledge.
  • Provided comprehensive academic advising and career mentoring. Initiated and led the integration of online learning modules and digital resources. Organized and conducted financial literacy workshops and seminars as part of broader community outreach programs.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting

Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY
01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

York College of The City University of New York
Jamaica, NY
05.2012

Skills

    - Strategic Financial Leadership & Budget Management
    - Advanced Financial Modeling & Program Planning
    - Capital Structure Optimization & Cash Flow Management
    - Mergers, Acquisitions & Financial Restructuring
    - Audit Oversight: Fiscal, Pension, GAAP, IFRS, SOX Compliance
    - Regulatory Compliance: 990, CFR, Financial Reporting
    - Contract Negotiation & Procurement Strategy
    - Revenue Growth & Diversified Funding Solutions
    - Financial Governance, Risk Management & Internal Controls
    - Treasury Management & Investment Strategy
    - Board & Committee Engagement
    - Team Leadership & Development

Timeline

Chief Financial Officer

Eihab Human Services
02.2024 - Current

Chief Financial Officer & Vice President

Edge Inc,
04.2022 - 02.2024

Vice President of Finance

Tenement Museum
07.2020 - 02.2024

Managing Director of Finance

The Door and University Settlement
10.2019 - 07.2022

Adjunct Professor of Finance & Economics

Monroe College, King Graduate Business School
09.2019 - Current

Director of Accounting

Fedcap Rehabilitation Services
03.2016 - 05.2018

Controller

Wink Technologies (Flextronics Subsidiary)
12.2013 - 03.2016

Adjunct Lecturer & Tutor

YORK COLLEGE, The City University Of New York
09.2009 - 08.2018

Assistant Controller

M. Moser Associates
02.2009 - 12.2023

Senior Accountant

Morstan General Agency
08.2008 - 02.2011

Master of Science - Accounting

Queens College of The City University of New York

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

York College of The City University of New York

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