Shelley Galvin, MBA

5175 Muirfield Lane ? Concord, CA 94521

(925) 849-4718h (925) 768-8712c sg10b164e@westpost.net
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER & V.P. FINANCE

Maximizing Shareholder Value Financial Analysis & Management Relationship Nur

turing Change Management Treasury & Accounting Compliance P&L Management
Senior financial executive with over fifteen years of successful leadership in d
omestic and international manufacturing, general management and business develop
ment. A growth and turnaround expert, well versed in leading and supporting stra
tegic vision and mission. Communicates effectively, institutes initiatives and d
rives them forward to create positive change, efficiency and increased profitabi
lity.
Service and solutions focused. Track record of successful collaboration with sal
es, marketing, operations and manufacturing teams. Leads initiatives, ensures bu
dgetary compliance and improves fiscal health and corporate well-being with zero
loss in productivity. Drives successful finance campaigns in environments where
growth and accountability are paramount. Extensive qualifications in the follo
wing competencies:
Strategic Planning
Executive & Employee Benefits
Risk Management & Insurance
Financial & Regulatory Compliance
Strategic Alliances & Partnerships
Program Development & Implementation
Cost Analysis & Financial Reporting
Direction, Re-engineering of Mission & Focus
CAREER SYNOPSIS

Broadway Mechanical-Contractors, Inc., Oakland, CA

2008-Present
$38 million mechanical contractor leading design-build projects from high-rise r
esidential complexes to commercial buildings, hospitals and airports
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Lead all aspects of the finance function including, accounting, financial planni
ng and analysis, risk management, debt financing, cash management, and informati
on technology. Serve as key adviser to President and CEO on operational and fina
ncial strategies and financial liaison to the BOD. Develop and execute strategi
es to position the company for sustainable growth and profitability.
* Saved $2 million annually by recommending and leading workforce reductions.
* Co-authored a joint venture agreement which is on trend to deliver G&A reducti
ons of $1.25 to $1.8 million.
* Identified and filed for more than $350,000 in back state tax credits for comp
any shareholders.
* Decreased number of days to close the month by 30% in order to provide timely
information on which financial and strategic decisions can be made.
* Lowered sales days outstanding from 62 to 50, reducing line of credit utilizat
ion and resulting interest expense.
* Successfully completed a new software system conversion, a 10 day transition p
eriod, supporting three companies and the entire division's future growth from $
35 million to well over $100 million in annual sales. Championed the project, se
lling to key decision makers and leading the entire process.Multiple legacy prog
rams for project managementand accounting were replaced while supporting the com
pliance needs of six different labor unions.
Shea Homes, Livermore, CA
2005-2008
The largest privately held builder in the USA
HEAD OF FINANCE/DIRECTOR
Financial manager and primary stakeholder contact for $1 billion in assets encom
passing 8,000 residential lots, numerous commercial parcels, school sites and re
creational amenities, owned by joint venture with state pension and retirement s
ystem. Reported directly to Senior Vice President/Managing Director. Handled per
formance reporting to all levels of management and investors. Key developer and
provider of effective strategic, financial and human resources planning and info
rmation. Controlled spending and budgetary compliance. Handled financial reporti
ng and compliance with loan covenants for joint venture partners and syndicated
lender groups.
* Ensured over $200 million of public improvements reimbursed through various pu
blic financing and fee arrangements by established mechanisms and proper procedu
res.
* Co-facilitated and coordinated therestructuring and creation of three debt fac
ilities, rated by Moody's and S&P, in order to successfully exercise a critical
land option which was syndicated with over 60 lenders from around the world.
* Commended for keeping stakeholders well informed and creating financial contro
ls to manage contracting and accounts payables by developing sophisticated finan
cial projection models and communication tools; oversight of all financial accou
nting functions; debt facilities of $800 million and equity commitments of $860
million. Awarded enrollment in Leadership Training Program at the Center for Cre
ative Leadership and additional PTO in recognition of performance.
Pulte Homes, Pleasanton, CA
2004-2005
$8 billion corporation and the nation's largest home builder
FINANCIAL ANALYST
Created, and implemented internal controls and process improvements for accounti
ng function of a $300 million division. Managed significant amount of controller
work and prepared sales and gross margin projections. Prepared feasibility stud
ies for ROR on prospective land acquisitions for home building division. Guided/
mentored area managers to present accurate financial results.
* Documented $16.5 million in unrecorded expenses and ensured budget items were
correctly recorded. Improved overall month end close efficiency by streamlining
recurring accruals/establishing a month end log reconciliation process.
* Enhanced the accuracy of feasibility studies by nurturing internal relationshi
ps and coordinating land development, construction and sales marketing departmen
ts and establishing a highly effective projection accountability environment.
* Praised for focusing senior level executives on value-added duties and analysi
s by proceduralizing reporting processes and aligning administrative personnel t
o take ownership.
Integrated Biosystems, Inc., Napa, CA
1999-2003
Supplied technologically-advanced manufacturing solutions to biopharmaceutical i
ndustry
CONTROLLER
Original management team member of a $20 million startup. Established financial
accounting, reporting and analysis for US and Swiss office. Implemented and mana
ged stock option accounting, forecasting procedures, and tax packages. Handled r
egulatory compliance and implemented IT processes. Financial mentor to CEO and B
oard, demonstrating GAAP requirements for revenue recognition.
* Provided financial management services as employee # 11 when sales were $2 mil
lion. Managed growth over the next four years to more than $15 million.
* Collected $800,000 in one month to ensure funding for ongoing operations by in
itiating financial operations.
* Commended for leading successful audits by developing infrastructure, purchasi
ng policies, programs and inventory tracking systems. Accurately led the proces
sing of 100-150 monthly invoices by authoring procedures and training employees.
* Improved collections and cash flow by designing financial statements; establis
hing relationships with Genentech/Immunex.
* Established banking relationship with Credit Suisse; involved with foreign aud
itors and trained staff on V.A.T. returns.
* Successfully supported European business growth allowing representatives to fo
cus on sales growth by designing financial statements, requiring all foreign tra
nsactions to be converted to dollars.
* Assisted with the opening of a facility in Missouri and traveled monthly to tr
ack assets and inventory.
* As a member of the leadership team, established a research and development dep
artment and a start-up consulting arm to educate and sell technology to customer
s.
Lehigh Cement Company, Concord, CA
1997-1998
The world's fourth largest cement producer
ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Produced financial statements, variance analysis and internal management reports
for a $220 million subsidiary. Converted to SAP. Handled $3 million insurance p
rogram. Managed roll-out and administration of nationwide purchasing card progra
m and trained end-users.
* Reduced accounts payable invoices 20% by launching a purchasing program for th
e California division.
California Oils Corporation, Richmond, CA
1992-1997
The West Coast's premier source for fresh, locally refined, specialty edible oil
s
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Managed accounting department for processor/refinery with revenues of $250 milli
on, subsidiary of Mitsubishi International. Handled accounting for European port
ion of business, including foreign banks, overseas inventory, corporate general
ledger sales and costing.
EDUCATION

Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA Scripps College, Claremont, CA

Master of Business Administration degree in Finance Bachelor of Arts degree in
International Relations
UC Berkeley Extension, Berkeley, CA,
Ongoing Coursework in Accounting