Frank Beretin
Mount Keira,NSW
Summary
Forward-thinking CFO and Controller with both public and private accounting and financial reporting experience. Offering proven track record of exceptional accuracy in reporting and auditing. Strong leader with calm presence and builds relationships across all organizational levels. Skilled in managing shareholder and board member relationships with excellent mediation and negotiation skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Financial Officer
Specific Industries
Burwood, NSW
12.2019 - Current
- Oversaw cash flow management activities including accounts receivable and payable processing, payroll administration and banking functions.
- Recruited, trained and managed staff responsible for accounting functions within the organization.
- Conducted regular financial reviews of operations to identify areas for improvement in terms of cost savings or process improvements.
- Managed relationships with external auditors, bankers and investors to ensure compliance with all regulations.
- Created annual budgets and monitored performance against them to ensure objectives were achieved.
- Analyzed operational processes and implemented continuous improvement initiatives to promote profitability and efficiency.
- Coordinated financial statement reviews to coordinate variance reporting, analysis of year-to-date and forecast performance against expectations.
Chief Financial Officer
Plumbers' Supplies Co-operative
Silverwater, NSW
01.2014 - 10.2019
- Provided strategic advice on capital structure, debt financing, investments, acquisitions, divestitures and other corporate finance matters.
- Prepared financial forecasts to support fiscal planning and management.
- Evaluated new business opportunities from a financial standpoint in order to determine viability of projects.
- Prepared detailed reports for executive leadership regarding key performance indicators such as sales growth or expense ratios.
- Collaborated with IT department on implementation of software solutions that streamline financial processes.
- Identified cost saving measures through analysis of existing operational procedures.
- Developed plans to standardize and facilitate organizational asset management.
Group Financial Controller
Commercial Metals Company
Irving, Texas
01.2010 - 12.2014
- Reviewed contracts and agreements for potential risks or liabilities before signing off on them.
- Provided training sessions for staff members on accounting principles and procedures.
- Monitored cash flow levels, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, investments and banking activities.
- Supported budgeting process by providing accurate forecasts based on historical data.
Group Financial Controller
T & S Warehousing and Logistics Group
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Created detailed presentations summarizing results from various projects and analyses.
- Provided guidance on budgeting strategies to optimize profitability.
- Developed, implemented and monitored internal control systems and procedures for finance departments.
Financial Controller
Cleanaway
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2003 - 12.2006
- Consistently tested and developed strategies to improve information flow throughout organization.
- Implemented multiple software conversions, desktop setup, and staff training.
- Provided financial analysis and strategic recommendations to support business objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW04-1993
Skills
- Quantitative Analysis
- Accounting Principles
- Fiscal Management
- Financial Reporting
- Operational Management
- Documentation Requirements
- Budget Development
- Infrastructure Planning
- Regulatory Requirements
- Strategic Planning
my summary
- Frank Beretin, based in Sydney, NSW, AU, is currently a Chief Financial Officer at Specific Industries Group, bringing experience from previous roles at Plumbers Supplies Co-op Ltd, T & S Warehousing and Logistics Group and Cleanaway Waste Management.
Timeline
Chief Financial Officer
Specific Industries
12.2019 - Current
Chief Financial Officer
Plumbers' Supplies Co-operative
01.2014 - 10.2019
Group Financial Controller
Commercial Metals Company
01.2010 - 12.2014
Group Financial Controller
T & S Warehousing and Logistics Group
01.2006 - 12.2008
Financial Controller
Cleanaway
01.2003 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Western Sydney University
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