William Waters
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Results-oriented Chief Financial Officer bringing 35 years of experience in Hospitality and RV Industries. Strong history of achieving both financial and non-financial business goals with effective controls and planning.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CFO
La Mesa RV Center, Inc.
08.2022 - Current
- Oversaw Accounting, Human Resources, and Customer Experience, Property LLCs, and Corporate Aviation for 11 RV dealerships in AZ, CA, FL, and NM doing $1.5 billion in annual sales.
- Reduced annual benefit costs by $1 million while significantly improving employee benefits.
- Successfully hired HR Director and Financial Controller positions.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of month to summarize financial health and business performance.
Controller/CFO
INSPA CORPORATION
01.2013 - Current
- Responsible for budget development, store level P&L's, cash projections and weekly sales reporting
- Prepared quarterly reporting for Board of Directors.
CFO
THE ROCK WOOD FIRED PIZZA /OTHER RESTAURANT GROUPS
01.2013 - 09.2017
- Responsible for financial reporting and accounting operations for 2 restaurant operating companies, franchising company, restaurant theming company, commissary, and advertising fund.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
- 30 years experience as CFO / Controller for restaurant companies in Atlanta, Minneapolis, Seattle, and Palm Springs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Lipscomb University
Nashville, TNSkills
- Cash Flow Management
- Financial Process Improvement
- Regulatory Compliance Knowledge
- Risk Management Proficiency
- Adaptability to Change
- Net Suite
- ADP
- Quickbooks
Businessandfinancialmanagement
A top-performing Chief Financial Officer credited with financial reporting and accounting operations in delivering substantial revenue growth in the highly competitive restaurant/retail industries. Strong expertise in developing financial and operational strategies, using appropriate metrics designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results. Extensive experience with franchisors and company owned stores/facilities. Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) for over 10 years with Price Waterhouse. Available for relocation within the U.S., Budget Development, Federal and State Tax Reporting, Financial Reporting, Cash and Treasury Management, Strategic Planning/Analysis, Due Diligence Acquisition, Cost Reduction/Negotiation, Company & Franchise Operations, Financial Metrics, Record Keeping Processes, Risk Management, Supervision, STRATEGIC PLANNING/ANALYSIS - Develop and implement operational best practices with emphasis on maximizing cost-effective results., FINANCIAL REPORTING - Committed to accurate reporting systems that support the company's strategic business plans and future direction.
Timeline
CFO
La Mesa RV Center, Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Controller/CFO
INSPA CORPORATION
01.2013 - Current
CFO
THE ROCK WOOD FIRED PIZZA /OTHER RESTAURANT GROUPS
01.2013 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Lipscomb University
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