4528 Mulberry Street, Lufkin, TX 75901 / Tel# (936) 631-1501 Email: williammalone@text.com

 

General Manager

 

PROFILE

 

Senior finance executive with a proven record in significantly improving bottom line performance and leading operational restructures. Superb knowledge of accounting systems development and strategic financial planning. Efficient and motivational leader with the ability to lead change and exceed company goals. MBA in Finance.

 

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

 

 

EXPERIENCE

 

christensen partners, Lufkin, TX

1999 - Present

General Manager

Was recruited to lead turnaround of this nearly bankrupt financial partnership. Focued on process efficiency and quality customer service to rescue the company. Turnaround took less than two years changing a $3 million loss into a $5 million profit. 

·         Evaluated divisions and presented board with an analysis of the company's strengths and weaknesses.

·         Totally reorganized operations and discontinued declining services.

·         Led movement to web-based financial services.

 

ejp Business Associates, Lufkin, TX

1997 - 1999

Senior Financial Management Executive

Managed all financil operations for a new management team. Restructured finances for the failing business into a profitable, growing firm. Automated accounting system to improve automation and reduce personnel costs.

·         Negotiated new technology contracts for 40% less than legacy systems.

·         Implemented employee incentive system which increased sales and cut costs. Employee satisfaciton was bosted by a measurable 10%.

·         Studied market trends to create financial forecasting. Expanded  into new markets and generated 30% more revenue.

·         Cultivated business relationships with lenders to realize more favorable rates.

 

southwest Automotive Sales, Lufkin, TX

1992 - 1997

General Manager/Controller

Managed 200 employees and 10 managers for a 400 vehicle auto dealership. Led a 20% increase in sales.

·         Increased warranty sales by 50%.

·         Instituted telemarketing program to rotate sales staff during down periods. Telemarketing improved sales by 25%.

·         Saved 45% in annual advertising costs by improving contracts.

 

DMP Partners, Inc., Lufkin, TX

1989 - 1992

Division Controller

Initiated improved relationships with lenders to avoid foreclosure and bankruptcy. Developed a multi-year business strategy. Improved revenue by 45% in first year.

·         Restructured computer operations to improve efficiency.

·         Established accounting operations.

·         Renegotiated contracts and improved interest rates by 5%.

 

lufkin Auto, Lufkin, TX

1987 - 1989

Director

Managed all financial and sales operations for a $10M auto finance department.

·         Increased efficiency and productivity while gaining profitability.

·         Grew the department from $4 million to $6 million.

 

EDUCATION

 

Master of Business Administration (Finance), 1987

University of Texas

 

Bachelor of Science (Accounting), 1983

Texas Technical Institute

 

AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

 

Certified Public Accountant

American Management Association

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants-AICPA