Shakira Segundo
Emmaus,PA
Summary
Results-oriented CFO, Strategic and Operations Executive, and Management Consultant with over 15 years of experience leading complex operations, finances, and accounting. Expertise in corporate expansion/transition, strategic operations, technology, and human resource management for private and non-profit entities. Proven track record in financial reporting, controls, information systems management, facilities improvements, audits, compliance, and contract management. Inspirational leader and negotiator skilled in building high-performing multicultural teams and expanding organizational vision and profit margins.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Senior Business Consultant
International Services Inc
05.2022 - Current
- Provided Sales, Operations, and Financial consulting to small to mid-sized businesses, achieving a minimum 20% revenue increase for all clients within a 6-12 month period
- Developed business owners and management teams for sustained success.
- Conducted assessments and counseled clients regarding controls, risks, process issues, and productivity inefficiencies
- Collected various reports and information regarding client's business by interviewing, shadowing, and analyzing reports
- Streamlined operational efficiency through development of strategic plans and identification of opportunities for growth
- Enhanced profitability with cost reduction initiatives, resource optimization, and process improvements
- Developed long-term business strategies to position companies for success in competitive markets
- Optimized financial performance by implementing budgetary controls and monitoring expenditure against targets
- Leveraged data analytics tools to track performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and inform strategic decision-making processes
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow
President & CEO, Founder
Kardinal Accounting and Finance, Inc and Segundo Strategies, LLC
07.2016 - 05.2022
- Offered financial, operational, strategic, fundraising, talent management, and technological planning to non-profit organizations
- Successfully navigated leadership transitions and financial challenges.
- Managed over 120 small business client taxes and financials.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations
Interim Executive Director
THE WASHINGTON BALLET, INC
11.2015 - 06.2017
- Managed $15M national non-profit arts organization, overseeing artistic leadership transition and assuming responsibilities of Executive Director, CFO, and HR Director
- Ensured financial stability, secured new funding sources, and negotiated favorable terms with unions and healthcare carriers.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and open communication
- Provided mentorship to managers and staff members, fostering culture of professional growth and development
- Increased community engagement by organizing events, collaborating with local partners, and promoting organization's mission
- Spearheaded strategic planning initiatives to set organizational goals and priorities for long-term success
- Established performance metrics to monitor progress towards goals, allowing for data-driven decision-making processes
- Collaborated with board of directors on governance matters, upholding high standards of ethical conduct throughout organization
Chief Financial Officer & HR Director
THE WASHINGTON BALLET, INC
01.2009 - 10.2015
- Led restructuring of finance department, achieving seven consecutive clean audits
- Implemented effective financial systems, policies, and procedures
- Doubled revenue through collections and receivables policies and increased total revenues from $7M to $14M in 5 years.
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable
- Tracked cash flow and financial planning to analyze company's financial strengths and weaknesses and propose strategic directions
- Implemented cost reduction initiatives and process improvements to optimize efficiency and productivity
- Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports
- Developed future financial plans to inform critical decision-making related to spending cuts, rightsizing labor force and timing planned business investments
Director of Finance & Personnel
ORLANDO BALLET, INC
09.2007 - 12.2008
- Oversaw budgeting, financial analyses, reporting, and human resource-related functions for $6M local non-profit arts organization
- Improved financial reporting, increased daily cash flow efficiency, and enhanced vendor relationships.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations
- Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets
- Improved resource utilization with data management systems, reducing costs through strategic coordination and contract analysis
Education
MBA - Accounting and Finance
American InterContinental University-Atlanta
Hoffman Estates, IL06.2005
BS - Information Technology
American InterContinental University-Online
Hoffman Estates06.2003
Associate - Hospitality and Tourism Management
University of the West Indies - Kingston, JM
Kingston, JM06.2000
Skills
- Financial Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Financial Reporting
- Human Resource Management
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Fundraising
- Contract Management
- Negotiation
- Technology Integration
- Audit and Compliance
- Multicultural Team Leadership
Certification
IRS AFSP Certified, 01/01/22, 12/01/22
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Business Consultant
International Services Inc
05.2022 - Current
President & CEO, Founder
Kardinal Accounting and Finance, Inc and Segundo Strategies, LLC
07.2016 - 05.2022
Interim Executive Director
THE WASHINGTON BALLET, INC
11.2015 - 06.2017
Chief Financial Officer & HR Director
THE WASHINGTON BALLET, INC
01.2009 - 10.2015
Director of Finance & Personnel
ORLANDO BALLET, INC
09.2007 - 12.2008
MBA - Accounting and Finance
American InterContinental University-Atlanta
BS - Information Technology
American InterContinental University-Online
Associate - Hospitality and Tourism Management
University of the West Indies - Kingston, JM
Assessments
- Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees, Proficient
- Project timeline management, Proficient
- Management & leadership skills: Impact & influence, Proficient
- Bookkeeping, Proficient
Assessments
- Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees, Proficient
- Project timeline management, Proficient
- Management & leadership skills: Impact & influence, Proficient
- Bookkeeping, Proficient
Assessments
- Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees, Proficient
- Project timeline management, Proficient
- Management & leadership skills: Impact & influence, Proficient
- Bookkeeping, Proficient
Assessments
- Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees, Proficient
- Project timeline management, Proficient
- Management & leadership skills: Impact & influence, Proficient
- Bookkeeping, Proficient
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