TODD SANGSTER
Soddy Daisy,TN
Summary
Detail-oriented, experienced construction controller with strong accounting expertise, financial leadership skills, and the ability to manage construction-specific financial processes.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Manager
America's Home Place
Chattanooga, TN
2025 - Current
- Established strong relationships with clients through effective communication and personalized service.
- Established trust with potential buyers through proactive communication, expert guidance, and timely follow-up on inquiries or concerns.
- Assisted customers in selecting ideal floor plans based on their individual needs, preferences, and budget constraints.
Controller
Kretek International, Moorpark, CA
Moorpark, CA
- $200 million distribution wholesale and retail parent company with diverse companies including natural whole foods, tobacco, and wine.
- Led financial reporting processes to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
- Streamlined budgeting procedures, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in forecasting financial performance.
Chief Financial Officer
HARVEY HATCH, Inc., Brea, CA
Brea, CA
- Commercial General Contracting Company. Served as part of the management team to create start-up company with first year sales revenue of 25M.
- Oversaw budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering fiscal responsibility.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to establish budgetary guidelines and allocate resources efficiently across the organization.
Chief Financial Officer
R & H DESIGNS, Inc., Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA
- Performed full accounting services for garment manufacture, delivering accurate financial reports.
- Effectively managed a team in garment manufacturing, overseeing production schedules, quality control, and workflow optimization to meet deadlines and improve efficiency.
- Implemented robust financial controls, significantly reducing discrepancies and improving audit outcomes.
Senior Accountant
COHN HANDLER & CO, CPA’s, Century City, CA
Century City, CA
- Performed certified audits, reviews, preparation of corporate and individual tax returns, IRS audits and forensic audits for factoring companies.
- Conducted college recruiting and employment interviews to bring in top talent to the firm.
- Mentored junior accountants, enhancing team skills and efficiency in accounting practices.
Consulting and Compliance
Lot Management, VIVO Landscape
- Spearheaded team efforts to implement Aspire software, enhancing job costing accuracy and financial reporting for management and ownership.
- Directed implementation team in transitioning over 300 employees from paper timecards to electronic timekeeping systems.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Founder & Owner
AMERICAN TRADITIONS, Inc., Franklin, TN
Franklin, TN
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Start-up replacement windows and window coverings small business. Served residential and commercial clients.
Inspired Home, Newport Beach
Newport Beach
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Worked alongside my wife in her company providing unpack and putaway services to corporate executives. Worked as a move consultant between Executives being moved and the moving company and their movers on site.
- Helped to increase company volume threefold by managing the client workload and utilizing subcontractors.
Window Treatment Design Consultant
ArJay’s Windows Fashions, Ventura, CA
Ventura, CA
01.2019 - 01.2021
Founder & Owner
Shutters Shades & Blinds, Westlake Village, CA
Westlake Village, CA
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Created and managed start-up home improvement decor business.
CPA Consultant
Service and Construction
Franklin, TN
- Prepared and analyzed financial statements to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes for accurate record-keeping.
- Conducted internal audits to identify discrepancies and improve financial accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CASkills
- Solatech SalesPRO Software
- Microsoft Great Plains Software
- FRX Reporting
- Quick Books
- Quick Books online
- Sage Contractor
- Aspire Software
- Paylocity Payroll
- GAAP
Certification
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Timeline
Inspired Home, Newport Beach
01.2020 - 01.2022
Window Treatment Design Consultant
ArJay’s Windows Fashions, Ventura, CA
01.2019 - 01.2021
Founder & Owner
Shutters Shades & Blinds, Westlake Village, CA
01.2015 - 01.2017
Founder & Owner
AMERICAN TRADITIONS, Inc., Franklin, TN
01.2007 - 01.2010
Sales Manager
America's Home Place
2025 - Current
Controller
Kretek International, Moorpark, CA
Chief Financial Officer
HARVEY HATCH, Inc., Brea, CA
Chief Financial Officer
R & H DESIGNS, Inc., Los Angeles, CA
Senior Accountant
COHN HANDLER & CO, CPA’s, Century City, CA
Consulting and Compliance
Lot Management, VIVO Landscape
CPA Consultant
Service and Construction
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
California State University Long Beach