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Timo Holschuh

Decatur,GA

Summary

Finance executive with extensive experience in strategic planning, financial management, and operations. Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting and modeling. Achievements include driving operational efficiency and implementing fiscal strategies that significantly enhance profitability. Committed to creating value through data analysis and innovative financial solutions.

Work History

Finance Director

Exotec North America, Inc.
Atlanta, GA
2023 - 2026
  • Oversaw finance and accounting in fast-growing high-technology environment, focusing on project controlling, financial reporting, analysis, process improvement, and documentation at North American branch.
  • Acted as member of executive leadership team and right hand to CEO, providing strong support for organizational maintenance and deployment.
  • Lead and supported the organization through 3x topline growth within 2 years.
  • Collected long outstanding cash positions, and improved cash flow significantly.
  • Instrumental in contract and term negotiations, with the goal to maintain positive cash flows throughout the project life.
  • Researched and implemented federal and state tax credits worth $1M+.
  • Discovered and collected ~$400k in unbilled receivables.
  • Implemented and documented new processes, financial reporting, and BI dashboards for large-scale projects.
  • Managed the transition into a new banking relationship.
  • Automated warehouse solution provider Exotec SAS with headquarters in Lille, France.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with business objectives.

Head of Finance

MHP Americas, Inc. - A Porsche Company
Atlanta, GA
2020 - 2023
  • Lead all finance functions, including general accounting, A/R and A/P, external and internal financial reporting, financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting, tax, audit, compliance, policies and directives, and treasury.
  • Instrumental in positive turnaround of unprofitable business, market expansion and triple-digit topline growth.
  • Researched and negotiated multi-million-dollar debt/equity swap, securing new line of credit to enhance financial flexibility.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams and clients to reverse a downward trend in past-due account collections to 3% of total A/R.
  • Localized and internalized previously outsourced functions, streamlining operations and improving service delivery.
  • Reduced fixed costs by 30%, increased free cash flow by 100% to reduce debt and invest in growth.
  • Implemented essential financial processes and models, enabling leadership to make data-driven decisions and strengthen business case development.
  • Assumed partial HR and payroll responsibilities, and work visa management with external counsel.
  • North American IT consulting and management consulting branch as part of the Porsche group of companies, multilingual and multinational.

Senior Management Consultant (IT Finance)

Resources Global Professionals
Atlanta, GA
2019 - 2020
  • Leveraged subject matter expertise in enterprise-wide IT hosting costs to enhance IT Finance operations at Cox Automotive.
  • Projected cloud hosting spend and defined a 5-year total cost of ownership model based on IT and financial metrics.
  • Discovered optimization opportunities and benefits related to cloud usage and costs, contributing to overall financial strategy.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members and leadership in the development and execution of strategic projects, including identifying, prioritizing, and selecting finance and accounting process improvement initiatives.

Director of Finance, Information Technology

WestRock Inc.
Atlanta, GA
2017 - 2019
  • Partnered with CIO, 9 IT Vice Presidents, and IT Finance team to plan and forecast spend, vendor invoice cost application, and financial transactions.
  • Led the IT $193MM operating spend and $53MM capital spend validation, analytics, cost recovery, and reporting model for the IT Enterprise.
  • Proactive financial leadership of Global IT consumption spend with strong reporting, analytics, and productivity initiatives while guiding the success of 4 Analysts.
  • Collaborated with direct reports to establish and monitor department goals, strategies, budgets, and operating controls and procedures to ensure that integration project plans and schedules met business requirements and were consistent with internal policies and industry best practices.
  • Facilitated execution of 150+ IT projects and managed associated expenses to enhance visibility and transparency.
  • Applied Apptio TBM ITFM to support implementation of cost transparency initiatives.

Director of Finance, Enterprise Logistics

WestRock Inc.
Atlanta, GA
2015 - 2017
  • Established efficient financial processes including monthly results reporting, budgeting, variance analysis, forecasts for Enterprise Logistics spend of $1.5B and $18MM SG &A spend.
  • Led analytical projects to identify potential savings, partnering with Senior Vice President- Enterprise Logistics and Vice President - Finance and Supply Chain Management.
  • Analyzed market data to identify trends and benchmarks, supporting a 3-year savings target of $100MM.
  • Collaborated with 2 managers and 3 analysts, contributing to strategic discussions within Global Enterprise Logistics Leadership Team.
  • Participated in the annual budget process/monthly forecast process; focused on identifying risks and opportunities.
  • Integrated budgets and forecasts into business reviews.
  • Reviewed factory report submissions, challenging assumptions and forecasts to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Global IT Controller

AGCO Corp.
Duluth, GA
2010 - 2014
  • Directed an IT operating expense budget of $153MM and an IT capital budget of $45 million in 2014 and promoted the success of large roll-out and deployment projects.
  • Successfully managed the preparation of financial reports, cost reports, balance sheets, budgets and financial forecasts for the CIO and Global Leadership Team, including presenting to Executive Management and Board of Directors.
  • Improved global forecasting and budget processes and implemented a new monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, both for IT and AGCO Leadership.
  • Identified and implemented technologies for continuous cost containment.
  • Oversaw audit preparation (GAAP) and resolved other formal financial inquiries, expenditures, capitalization of hardware/software, including internal-use and contract management topics.
  • Implemented an IT Shared Service Center in Budapest, Hungary and chargeback mechanisms.
  • Mentored 4 global Financial Analysts, fostering their professional development and enhancing team capabilities.
  • Managed account reconciliation, optimized benefits, and prepared data for tax returns and investment accounts.

Senior Business Controller

Checkpoint International
Hirschhorn, Germany
2008 - 2010
  • Served as Controller for $200MM European supply chain organization, overseeing sales units in Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Russia, and managing Research & Development/Information Technology in Germany.
  • Led accounting team of 13 in system development and implementation, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, cash flow, cost accounting, credit management, SOX compliance, and financial reporting.
  • Introduced an inventory reduction program that saved the company $1.5MM in inventory costs and reduced external accounts receivables by $3MM in one year.

Manager, Financial Analysis & Process Improvement

Checkpoint International
Thorofare, NJ
2005 - 2008
  • Developed management reporting system using Oracle and Brio, incorporating internal reporting structure, cost centers, chart of accounts, budgeting, forecasting, financial models, and month-end and quarterly closing processes.
  • Managed corporate financial reporting for 18 North American business units, ensuring accuracy and compliance in $300MM annual revenue generation.
  • Led team in developing operational strategies and improving workflow efficiencies.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental communication to enhance project collaboration and efficiency.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring adherence to company protocols and standards.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Finance & Accounting

Mosbach Cooperative State University
Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany

Skills

  • Financial analysis and reporting
  • Financial modeling and forecasting
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Global Strategy Financial Planning
  • ERP system management
  • P & L Ownership & Management
  • Financial reporting
  • Budget Administration/Allocation
  • Cash flow management
  • Tax compliance
  • Financial performance analysis
  • Cloud financial management
  • Data visualization tools
  • Cost management strategies
  • Financial application management
  • Financial systems integration
  • Budget management
  • Global financial strategy
  • Ad-hoc reporting
  • Oracle
  • Corporate transactions
  • P&L management
  • GAAP compliance
  • Analytics and metrics
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365
  • Training and mentorship
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • COGNOS
  • Cloudhealth
  • Geac MPC/Infor BPA
  • Brio
  • Project control
  • Project management
  • Regulatory compliance management
  • Liquidity management
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Process improvement
  • Change management
  • Stakeholder Relationship Building
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Team leadership
  • Training, Coaching & Mentorship
  • Metrics evaluation
  • Project management
  • Ad-Hoc Analysis & Reporting
  • Working capital
  • Process optimization
  • Financial strategy
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Problem solving
  • Policy development
  • Capital optimization
  • Financial modeling
  • ERP system expertise
  • Change management
  • Financial systems integration
  • Global finance strategies
  • Brio
  • Analytical thinking
  • Profit management
  • Complex problem-solving
  • Resource optimization
  • Team collaboration
  • Project management
  • Financial analysis

Languages

German
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
French
Limited

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

Finance Director

Exotec North America, Inc.
2023 - 2026

Head of Finance

MHP Americas, Inc. - A Porsche Company
2020 - 2023

Senior Management Consultant (IT Finance)

Resources Global Professionals
2019 - 2020

Director of Finance, Information Technology

WestRock Inc.
2017 - 2019

Director of Finance, Enterprise Logistics

WestRock Inc.
2015 - 2017

Global IT Controller

AGCO Corp.
2010 - 2014

Senior Business Controller

Checkpoint International
2008 - 2010

Manager, Financial Analysis & Process Improvement

Checkpoint International
2005 - 2008

Bachelor's degree - Finance & Accounting

Mosbach Cooperative State University

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