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Walter P. Mason
Franklin,MA
Summary
Seasoned Chief Financial Officer focused on helping companies accomplish missions and drive growth. Expansion-minded professional versed in navigating complex financial challenges.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant
Rand & Sweet LLC
Framingham, MA
09.2025 - Current
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Streamlined internal processes to enhance team efficiency and improve overall project outcomes.
Chief Financial Officer
New England Dental Group
Southborough, MA
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
Senior Finance Manager
TechTarget
Newton, MA
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Mentored junior finance staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
Chief Financial Officer
The Enterprise Strategy Group
Milford, MA
01.1999 - 03.2021
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Oversaw the preparation and submission of all tax filings, mitigating potential risks associated with noncompliance.
- Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
- Mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and skill development within the department.
- Oversaw deployment of strategic business plans to accomplish accounting, compliance, and revenue targets.
Staff Accountant
Auerr, Mason & Zajac CPA's
Franklin, MA
05.1995 - 08.1999
- Prepared Individual and Corporate tax returns
- Provided year end closing entries
- Assisted with monthly compliance filings with sales tax and bank required financial statements
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Bentley University
Waltham, MA05.1988
Skills
- MS office
- Analytical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Analysis & evaluation
- Decision-making
- Forecasting and reporting
- Business planning
- Financial modeling
Interests
Timeline
Consultant
Rand & Sweet LLC
09.2025 - Current
Chief Financial Officer
New England Dental Group
01.2023 - 10.2024
Senior Finance Manager
TechTarget
04.2021 - 12.2022
Chief Financial Officer
The Enterprise Strategy Group
01.1999 - 03.2021
Staff Accountant
Auerr, Mason & Zajac CPA's
05.1995 - 08.1999
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Bentley University