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Shawn Gupta

Long Island,New York

Summary

Highly driven General Manager successful at implementing strategic approaches to drive profitability and sales. Recognized for performance excellence in operations and customer care. Successful at motivating, training and developing team members to drive profitability in highly competitive environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager/ VP of Operation

Prodigy Network/Assemblage
New York, New York
09.2015 - 08.2023
  • Leadership, Management and Strategy: Worked closely with both the Union and Foundation boards, and their respective board committees, to fulfill their fiduciary duties
  • Supported their direct reports in their work with their respective board committees (especially Finance and Investment Committee, Audit and Compliance Committee, and Personnel Committee)
  • Directly supervise 5-7 reports at the level of directors and managers and provide leadership and cohesion to the administration of functions including Finance, Human Resource, and Operations departments
  • Built strong relationships with the departments, managers, and staff in Development, to steward donor resources and relationships, and in Legal/Policy, Communications, and Organizing to develop and deploy systems that enhance the organization’s effectiveness to carry out its programs
  • Consistently applied the Equity & Inclusion philosophy and values to each function and to the overall organizational management, producing measurable and sustained results to advance equity
  • Worked closely with General Counsel and other key stakeholders to develop and implement policies, and procedures of the organization by way of systems and education that improved the overall operation and effectiveness of the organization
  • Provided oversight of administrative, procurement and operational functions for all offices, including New York, Miami, Columbia, and Mexico sites, while also supported hybrid/remote work and environmental sustainability
  • Provided day-to-day leadership and management to the organization that mirrors the adopted mission and core values of the company
  • Responsible for the measurement and effectiveness of all processes, both internal and external and provided timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating condition of the company
  • Responsible for driving the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow and business goals and objectives Compliance and Risk Management: Worked closely with General Counsel to oversee risk management, including MOUs, contracts, and other legal documents and agreements, serving as final approver on contracts and agreements
  • Identified areas of vulnerability and risk across the organization, including evaluating and aligning organizational policies, protocols, guidelines, and practices to be consistent with compliance program
  • Developed and implemented internal controls and conduct internal spot audits
  • Ensured adequate insurance and coordinate those insurance requirements and coverage for the organization
  • Ensured that the corporation, LLCs, 501c3 and 501c4 entities have sufficient and necessary separation, while benefited from sharing resources to advance their missions
  • Provided strategic financial leadership on issues affecting the organization, including deployment of resources and long-term planning to achieve their mission
  • Provided big picture oversight of the management of the human resources program (including recruiting and onboarding program, employee relations, policy and procedure development and implementation, benefits administration) and in the overall evaluation and improvement of HR practices
  • Provided leadership to integrate DEI goals in the full spectrum of HR practices and in the organizational culture and climate, by producing measurable and sustained results and improvements
  • Ensured that IT infrastructure is aligned with organizational and staffing needs, including through in-house staffing, and working closely with external IT managed services provider to strategize and implement IT solutions

Finance Director & Management

Stratford Business Corp.
HEMPSTEAD, New York
02.2006 - 09.2015
  • Managed a portfolio of assets; commercial, hospitality and industrial properties
  • Managed performance management, salary reviews, goal settings
  • Negotiated service contracts to achieve high levels of performance at competitive pricing in compliance with the clients and internal policies and procedures
  • Established accountability measures for employees
  • Established policies and procedures for the following: certificates of insurance tracking for tenants and vendors, tenant move ins/outs, work order systems and tracking of preventative and proactive work orders, above standard bill backs
  • Maintained required licenses, permits, and certification are current for the properties, equipment, and personnel
  • Monitored cash flow, prepared monthly financial statements, and analyzed trends to ensure appropriate use of funds.
  • Identified potential areas of risk or noncompliance with regulatory agencies such as SEC or IRS.
  • Coached staff on best practices for managing finances including budgeting techniques, expense tracking methods.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for services such as banking relationships or technology solutions.
  • Provided oversight for accounts receivable and payable functions, payroll processing, investments, and treasury operations.
  • Coordinated audit activities with external auditors ensuring timely completion of audits.
  • Conducted research to identify new sources of revenue and cost savings opportunities.
  • Developed strategies to improve profitability by analyzing business processes and recommending solutions.
  • Established policies and procedures related to accounting systems, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and purchasing.

Finance Director

Amelite Group Inc. & Worldwide Group Inc.
New York, New York
04.2001 - 02.2006
  • Developed and implemented annual financial plans and budgets.
  • Monitored cash flow, prepared monthly financial statements, and analyzed trends to ensure appropriate use of funds.
  • Provided oversight for accounts receivable and payable functions, payroll processing, investments, and treasury operations.
  • Managed the preparation of all external financial reporting including audited financial statements.
  • Coordinated audit activities with external auditors ensuring timely completion of audits.
  • Conducted research to identify new sources of revenue and cost savings opportunities.
  • Developed strategies to improve profitability by analyzing business processes and recommending solutions.
  • Established policies and procedures related to accounting systems, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and purchasing.
  • Coached staff on best practices for managing finances including budgeting techniques, expense tracking methods.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for services such as banking relationships or technology solutions.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments to develop comprehensive budget models that reflect organizational goals.
  • Evaluated budget plans and current costs to project trends and recommend updates.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.

Education

Business Management – bachelor’s degree -

University of Guyana

Accounting – bachelor’s Degree -

University of Guyana

Skills

  • Business Administration
  • Cost Analysis and Savings
  • Strategy
  • Leadership
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Performance Improvement
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Human Resources Leadership
  • Operations Management
  • Employee Development

Area Of Expertise

  • Management and operations
  • General Accounting and internal controls
  • Cost Accounting
  • Policies and procedures
  • Leadership and Strategy
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Compliance and Risk Management
  • Equity and Inclusion philosophy

Timeline

General Manager/ VP of Operation

Prodigy Network/Assemblage
09.2015 - 08.2023

Finance Director & Management

Stratford Business Corp.
02.2006 - 09.2015

Finance Director

Amelite Group Inc. & Worldwide Group Inc.
04.2001 - 02.2006

Business Management – bachelor’s degree -

University of Guyana

Accounting – bachelor’s Degree -

University of Guyana

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