Tracy Kemper

Background

About Tracy Kemper

I am a Finance and Treasury Leader with a track record of strengthening financial operations, enhancing liquidity, and reducing enterprise risk through disciplined controls and scalable processes. With over 15 years of progressive leadership in manufacturing, I partner closely with executive leadership to translate financial complexity into clear, compliant, and actionable outcomes.My experience spans treasury and cash strategy, compliance, financial operations, and systems transformation, with a consistent focus on building durable processes that stand up to audit scrutiny while supporting profitable growth. I balance deep technical knowledge with strategic execution, delivering results recognized by auditors, directors, and senior leadership.Career HighlightsCash & Collections OptimizationRebuilt a stalled collections function, reducing DSO to under 45 days and recovering more than $1M in at-risk receivables. Established disciplined AR practices that resulted in over 15 years of minimal write-offs, a performance consistently cited by auditors and directors as exceptional within the industry.Risk Mitigation & Fraud ControlsPartnered with financial institutions to strengthen payment controls and fraud prevention frameworks, materially reducing exposure and safeguarding company assets.Treasury & Banking StrategyNegotiated bank fee reductions and revenue-sharing arrangements, improving net profitability while optimizing liquidity and banking relationships.Scalable Financial OperationsLed automation and paperless initiatives across AR/AP and related workflows, eliminating manual inefficiencies and aligning operations with corporate “do more with less” objectives.Systems & Process TransformationDirected ERP implementation and inventory barcoding initiatives, modernizing financial operations and improving data integrity, visibility, and reporting accuracy.Payroll & Cross-Functional LeadershipProvide oversight of payroll administration and compliance, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and appropriate internal controls while supporting employee experience and organizational needs.I am known as a collaborative, solutions-oriented leader who brings structure to complex environments and credibility to financial decision-making. I am passionate about building high-performing teams and leveraging finance and treasury functions to protect the business, strengthen cash flow, and support sustainable, long-term growth.