BRIAN LEPARD

3433 Lake Park Avenue, Fallbrook, Ca 92028

951-440-1883
bl926140@westpost.net
VP OF FINANCE: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT & LOGISTICS
Seasoned finance leader with 15+-year portfolio of success across diverse mid-si
zed sales and distribution operations, with 7 years in supply chain & logistics
industry. Instrumental in streamlining finance processes, developing internal co
ntrols, and enhancing financial reporting. Adept at wearing multiple hats and le
veraging a "whatever it takes" approach to resolve issues and boost the bottom l
ine. Experienced in driving start-ups and turning around underperforming operati
ons. Member, Financial Executives International.
Areas of expertise include:
Finance Management * P&L Accountability * Staff Management * Strategic Financial
Planning
Capital Fund Raising * Start-ups & Turn Arounds * Cross-functional Leadership
Continuous Process Improvements * Systems Conversions * Project Management
Financial Modeling * Best Practices Development * Accounting Management
Cost Containment * Supply Chain & Logistics Industry * Financial Modeling
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ASPEN LOGISTICS, INC. TEMECULA, CA * 2003-2010

3PL and Public Warehousing, Logistics & Transportation operation.
VP of Finance
Led finance function for $55M annual revenue operation with 500+-employee payrol
l; drove efforts to establish finance "best practices" and develop continuous im
provement processes.
Key Achievements:
* Led system conversion project from old Informix based system to Dynamics GP.
* Developed operational P&L that looked at margins based on activity (storage, h
andling, freight) This allowed for streamlined analysis and KPI creation with so
me meat
* Shortened P&L Close process from 11 days to 5 days by shifting accountability
to operations and obtaining commitments across departments emphasizing priority
activities.
* Developed reporting tool called "Outlook" that reports results vs. budget and
enables forward-looking adjustments.
* Saved $85K annually by streamlining insurance policies and eliminating duplica
ted coverage.
* Established cross-functional communication program "X-Teams," joining staff fr
om operations, sales, finance, and HR to discuss regional tactical objectives an
d current events.
* Decreased sales days out ratio 15% by engaging sales and operations in the A/P
and A/R process.
* Saved $20K-$30K by simplifying cash processes that allowed company to close ba
nk accounts
* Secured $1.5M credit facility into the tool shed.
PURONYX, INC., San Diego, Ca * 1999-2003
Product development, sales, and distribution of maternity products.
VP of Finance * 1993-2003
Drove accounting, operations, and administration efforts; devised business model
and financial plan. Supervised cross-functional staff of 12. Oversaw daily acco
unting department activities and operations. Managed audit process.
Key Achievements:
* Key member of team that raised $4M in funds through 504(D) private equity offe
rings
* Saved $100K over 3 years by piloting accounting systems conversion from QuickB
ooks to MAS90, resulting in streamlined data processing, improved customer servi
ce, and staff reductions.
* Streamlined shipping and receiving department; implemented proper FIFO policie
s and procedures that resulted in cost savings, enhanced customer service, and r
educed warehouse staff.
SPORTS INTERNATIONAL, INC., San Diego, Ca
Controller * 1997-1999
EDUCATION & AFFILIATIONS
Undergraduate Business Administration, Marketing, & Finance Studies 3 years
CSU San Marcos * CSU Long Beach * Orange Coast College
Member, Financial Executives International * Former Board Treasurer, Fallbrook P
op Warner
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
Excel * Word * Access * PowerPoint * Accounting Information Systems: Dynamics GP
* FRx * MAS90 * QuickBooks System Conversions