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Michael E. Stanton
Murphy,TX
Summary
Results-oriented real estate and finance executive with extensive experience in financial strategy and operational efficiency. Known for effective communication and analytical thinking, successfully fostering partnerships that drive project success and improve overall business performance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
The Stainback Organization
Dallas, TX
06.2019 - Current
- Oversight of all financial and performance aspects of 30-40 entities and properties and communication to key shareholders
- Mentored senior leadership, promoting professional development and succession planning within the organization.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Developed strong partnerships with cross-functional teams for improved collaboration and efficiency.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting, engineering and other professional teams to coordinate the success of brokerage and development projects and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
- Led and managed cross-functional teams in RE brokerage, development and Property Management to implement operational improvements and streamline processes.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring resource allocation aligned with strategic goals .
Controller
The Stainback Organization
Dallas, TX
11.1999 - 06.2019
- Developed financial strategies aligning with organizational goals to enhance profitability and operational efficiency.
- Managed budgeting processes, ensuring accurate forecasting and resource allocation across departments.
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards and timely reporting of financial results.
- Developed cash flow forecasting models to optimize liquidity management.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to drive strategic planning and resource allocation decisions.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Fostered relationships with external stakeholders, including investors, banks, and regulatory agencies, to support business objectives.
- Collaborated with IT department to ensure robust cybersecurity measures protected financial data.
- Played key role in strategic planning sessions, offering insights based on financial analysis and projections.
- Negotiated favorable terms with financial institutions, securing loans and lines of credit that supported business growth.
- Oversaw management of payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing for all employees.
- Reviewed contracts financially impacting company and counseled executive leaders on impact contracts would have on company operations.
Accounting Manager
Crowder & Pearson, PC
Dallas, TX
08.1994 - 11.1999
- Managed general ledger entries and reconciliations to ensure financial integrity.
- Prepared accurate monthly financial statements for senior management review.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
Education
BBA - Accounting And Finance
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TXSkills
- Operational oversight
- Strategic planning
- Employee relations
- Project management
- Contract management & negotiation
- Financial budget oversight
- Analytical and critical thinker
- Effective communicator
- Property research, Due Diligence & Site selection
- Property financing expertise
- Construction management
- Commercial real estate sales and leasing & management
- Zoning regulations
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant
- Licensed Texas Real Estate Agent
Interests
Timeline
President
The Stainback Organization
06.2019 - Current
Controller
The Stainback Organization
11.1999 - 06.2019
Accounting Manager
Crowder & Pearson, PC
08.1994 - 11.1999
BBA - Accounting And Finance
The University of Texas At Austin