Robert Behr

Background

About Robert Behr

A CPA and MBA with a successful track record spanning 25 years as a CFO, VP-Finance, Controller and Director in both public and private businesses ranging in size from start-up to multi-billion, participating in numerous industries and overcoming a myriad of financial and operational challenges. The length and breadth of my experience has given me exceptional business judgment and outstanding analytical and problem solving ability. A hands-on executive who leads by example; a mentor, coach and proven team player. Experience includes large firm corporate office positions in finance and planning and smaller firm private equity positions at both the holding and operating company level, start-ups, turnarounds, restructuring, due diligence, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and exit strategies. International experience in Europe and the Middle East. Adept in financial planning, analysis and budgeting; financial reporting and training; cash management and banking relations; developing and implementing winning strategic and operating plans. Leadership skills honed as an officer in the United State Air Force during service in the U. S. and Europe. Awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal and two Air Force Commendation Medals. Contact at: rjbehr10@gmail.com; cell phone 612-875-2553. Specialties: CFO, VP, Controller, Director, Consultant, CPA, MBA, restructuring, due diligence, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, exit strategies, internal controls, team building, mentoring, SEC reporting, cash management, budgeting, strategic planning, financial modeling, analysis and reporting, bankruptcy, manufacturing, high tech, defense, aerospace, energy, financial services, non-profit, private equity, start-ups, turnarounds, government. A self-confessed fitness addict who has completed 56 marathons including 7 Boston Marathons. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Northeastern University MBA program and the Financial Executive Program at Harvard University.