James L. Starr

Background

About James L. Starr

Now providing a myriad of advisory finance and accounting fractional or project driven consulting services, I am senior finance executive and CPA highly experienced in providing financial, accounting and operational expertise as well as driving and managing change in fast paced environments, particularly in the healthcare space. I have been a trusted strategic member of leadership teams who has delivered significant value to shareholders in both private and public companies and through multiple business cycles: early stage, high growth, mature, acquisitions and divestitures. Proven ability to establish rapport and credibility with diverse groups, including boards, investors, and employees. • Directed financial and accounting activities in an environments of rapid revenue growth (50%+ CAGR), including timely internal and external reporting, cash flow management, forecasting and strategic planning, internal controls, regulatory compliance, tax planning, risk management and vendor contract negotiations. • Trusted operational partner of management teams in hands-on, fast paced and high growth environments. • Directed and closed numerous equity and debt transactions ranging from $5 to >$100 million • Extensive interactions with Venture Funds, Private Equity and investment professionals. • Substantial M&A experience including deal negotiations, financial, operational and administrative due diligence. • Builder and designer of effective finance teams and leadership teams, all with a focus on operational excellence and cultures of collaboration and high performance. • Extensive public company experience including IPOs, secondary offerings and investor relations.