Travis Black

Background

About Travis Black

I am a Financial Executive with 15+ years of success in overhauling processes, workflows, and reporting tools to provide accurate and actionable financial forecasting and variance analysis. My area of responsibility also includes the role of an IT liaison contributing to the development of upgraded accounting software interfaces to boost team productivity. Here are just a few key accomplishments that I delivered during my progressive career within diverse industries: • Introduced long-term revenue forecasting plans for large-scale $700M+ operations; • Secured and managed $50+ Million in federal and state grant funding; • Improved the forecasting process for cash flow projections in emerging markets resulting in a 15% growth in annual revenues; • Successfully pass 4 consecutive financial audits. Most of all, I enjoy solving complex problems while streamlining tools and processes. I take data from multiple sources, and consolidate it in order to be able to produce accurate and meaningful reports that directly impact the business. I also appreciate mission-driven companies that contribute to the success of their local community. Focusing on the company’s long-term financial health, I tend to be a change agent and cover the gaps that have not been addressed before. For example, at my latest job, I implemented a new accounting policy that resulted in four consecutive clean audits, placing us in “good financial standing” for the first time in the company’s history. My employees value me for being thorough, process-oriented, and mindful of the responsibilities of the team. I can balance diverse expectations but also challenge them while being fair and respectful. I’m always willing to share my knowledge and advocate for additional resources needed to be successful. My ultimate goal is to understand and scrutinize the big picture so that we can trim out inefficient work and redirect efforts elsewhere to improve productivity. I am open to new professional opportunities and welcome new connections, please feel free to add me to your network!