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MICHAEL MCFARLAND

STATESVILLE,NC

Summary

Experienced professional with knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and operational governance with larger organizations as well as hands-on experience with the accounting , operational and tax preparation requirements of small business owners.

Overview

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Work History

Owner

FourPar Corp
2013 - 2026

Vice President -Internal Controls

Commscope
2003 - 2013
  • Managed the company’s SOX compliance framework, including scoping, risk assessments, and annual compliance schedules in alignment with COSO principles and regulatory requirements
  • Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of financial and IT controls, identify deficiencies, and implement remediation plans
  • Lead interactions with internal audit teams, external auditors, and Audit Committees, providing updates on SOX compliance and control effectiveness
  • Maintain formal policies, procedures, and documentation to meet regulatory and auditor standards
  • Strong understanding of COSO framework, IT general controls, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements under the Sarbanes-Oxley Ac
  • Partner with Finance, IT, Accounting, and Compliance teams to embed a culture of governance, accountability, and risk awareness

Owner

FourPar Corp
1998 - 2003

CFO

Good Will Publishers Inc
1993 - 1998

CFO

Golf South
1987 - 1993

CFO

Toter Inc
1984 - 1987

CFO

Standard Federal Savings & Loan
1980 - 1983

Controller

Loyola Federal Savings & Loan
1977 - 1980

Senior Accountant

KPMG Peat Marwick
1974 - 1977

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

Davidson College
Davidson, NC
1974

Master of Science - Accountancy

NYU Stern School of Business
New York, NY
2026

Skills

  • Understanding of business and financial operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communications

Certification

Retired Certified Public Accountant

Timeline

Owner

FourPar Corp
2013 - 2026

Vice President -Internal Controls

Commscope
2003 - 2013

Owner

FourPar Corp
1998 - 2003

CFO

Good Will Publishers Inc
1993 - 1998

CFO

Golf South
1987 - 1993

CFO

Toter Inc
1984 - 1987

CFO

Standard Federal Savings & Loan
1980 - 1983

Controller

Loyola Federal Savings & Loan
1977 - 1980

Senior Accountant

KPMG Peat Marwick
1974 - 1977

Master of Science - Accountancy

NYU Stern School of Business

Bachelor of Arts - History

Davidson College
MICHAEL MCFARLAND