Patrick Fitzgerald

Background

About Patrick Fitzgerald

Financial leader with cross functional leadership skills in financial management, operations, IT planning, staff management, training, corporate strategy development, financial modeling, and ad hoc financial reporting in multi-unit manufacturing environments. Related strengths in cost analysis, contract review, internal budget auditing, financial control systems development, and cost center management. Accustomed to working as active member of senior management team with frontline responsibility for strategic planning, annual budgeting, internal auditing, resource management, business development, cash flow management, and technology planning. •Seasoned Analyst: Finely honed skills in scenario analysis, cost breakdown interpretation / review, and trend analysis. Able to process / interpret large volumes of data and prepare scorecard breakdowns, business metrics, gross margin analysis, performance management analysis, variance analysis, and production analysis. •Technology Savvy: Proven ability to manage IT processes and leverage technology to improve productivity and drive growth. Solid knowledge of business and accounting information systems, financial reporting tools, IT planning, and system installation / troubleshooting / updating / conversion management. Proficient with MS Office (advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access), Visio, and CyberQuery. First-hand experience with ERP systems. •Influential Communicator: Well-developed verbal / written communication and presentation skills. Able to clearly interpret / articulate financial data, work collaboratively with senior managers, and maintain positive relationships with board members, partners, stakeholders, and staff at all levels. •Academic Credentials: Dual degrees in Accounting Control Systems and Business Administration / Corporate Finance.