Derek Mlodzianowski

Adaptable, quick-learning, and performance driven designated CPA, with over 20 years in financial leadership roles. Highly skilled in full-cycle accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, modelling, business intelligence, and analytics, leveraging strong IT system understanding and ability to introduce transformative solutions for maximum results. Comprehensive experience spanning many industries including: manufacturing, oil and gas, chemicals, IT and technology, wholesale, retail, construction, import, international, and service companies.

Frequently involved in enterprise transformation, including business process improvement / reengineering, ERP systems integrations and implementations, team development and change management initiatives to cultivate continuous improvements, efficiencies, and cost savings.

Financial Controller at Place-Crete Systems L.P. (2024-11 – 2025-11)

Full-cycle accounting / financial management for construction services company.

• Preparation of all accounting, payroll and monthly reporting. ASPE reporting.
• Managed all accounting functions for accounting governance after previous financial group left company in a mess and 2+ month transaction backlog of transactions (AP, AR, invoicing, reporting, etc.). Cleanup, restructuring and implementing better processes to regain control of the entire accounting function for the company.
• Services Company, Inventory, USD FX and treasury functions, banking.
• Implemented and redesign completely manual and paper-based processes into digital format. Stream-lined processes.
• Hands-on Payroll processing for company of 150 individuals.
• Development of monthly and weekly reporting processes, Forecasting and cash flow modelling. Data conversion and analysis.
• Lead small group of 6-person accounting and administration department.
• Preparation of monthly, and annual financial statements. Coordinated audit review.
• Improved capability for digital transformation using Share Point, Sage, Power BI, and other software tools.

Financial Controller at Glenmore Machining & Supply Ltd (2023-06 – 2025-01)

Full-cycle accounting / financial management for machining and tool manufacturer.

• Preparation of all accounting, payroll and monthly reporting. ASPE reporting.
• Inventory control, job costing and forecasting and analysis. Corporate tax.
• Cash, banking, and USD Forex management. Forecasting and cash flow management.
• Preparation of monthly, and annual financial statements. Audit review.

Financial Controller / Financial Accounting / Consultant at FusionEra Business Solutions Inc. (2014-01 – Present)

Full-cycle accounting controllership, financial management, and strategic planning.

• Leadership and mentorship of accounting teams in financial, accounting processes.
• Financial statement reconciliation and reconstruction. Reporting, tax, working papers.
• Development of financial reporting and budget forecasting systems and processes.
• Import and export of goods into Canada and USA.
• Reconciliation, cleanup of financials for 2+ years, and NetSuite implementation / optimization after previous exodus of an entire accounting group.
• Led critical cleanup/preparation of 18 months overdue financials for 5 entities ($20M) spanning operations in 4 countries for annual audit / bank covenant deadlines.
• Significant process improvements and systems enhancements achieving cost savings and efficiencies in reporting, processing, and financial information integrity.

Consultant at Dvele, Inc. (2021-01 – 2022-12)

US Fabricated Homes Manufacturing Co

Consultant at Madison Avenue Group (2021-01 – 2021-12)

Canadian Home Builder

Consultant at Canadian Mental Health Association (2021-01 – 2021-12)

Non-Profit Organization

Consultant at Kodiak Services Partnership (2017-01 – 2018-12)

O&G Wireline Services

Consultant at Inter Pipeline Ltd. (2017-01 – 2017-12)

Publicly-listed Integrated Pipeline Company

Consultant at More Comfort / Zara Mattress (2014-01 – 2023-12)

Furniture Import/Retail/EComm

Financial Controller at Precise Drilling Components Ltd (2019-03 – 2021-01)

Full-cycle accounting / financial management for a drilling tools manufacturer.

• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and MD&A.
• Operating and capital forecasting, modelling and analysis; business planning; corporate tax; foreign parent reporting (US subsidiary); inventory control and management; risk management; payroll requirements; ASPE reporting; Cash, banking, treasury, and USD Forex management. Forecasting and cash flow management.
• Lead 4-person team.

Regional Manager, Business Analysis at MNP, LLP (2012-10 – 2013-12)

Lead and managed a 5-person B.A. group providing financial management and performance analytics for a multi-region firm of 540+ partners and 3,000 staff.

• Delivered financials and guidance, budgets/forecasts, analysis and performance reporting, KPI's, dashboards, and MD&A to Business Units and executive stakeholders.
• Implementation and enhancement of financial, business intelligence / forecasting reporting system, compliance, internal controls, and business optimization.

Financial Controller / VP Finance & Accounting at Heemskirk Canada Ltd (2011-08 – 2012-09)

Full-cycle accounting / financial management for an industrial minerals processing manufacturer and mining company in the Oil & Gas service sector.

• Operating and capital budgeting, forecasting, modelling and analysis; business strategy; corporate tax; external audits; foreign parent reporting (Australian public company); inventory control and management, risk management; lead payroll and benefits requirements; IFRS reporting, SRED tax claim. Managed Yearend audit process.
• Cash, treasury, USD Forex hedging, and governance, credit and collections.
• Managed, lead, and improved performance and knowledge of accounting team.
• Enhancement, implementation, and management of financial reporting systems. Optimized Sage ERP accounting system (GL, AR, AP, Bank, Sales, FA, Inventory, PO's, etc.) and Business Insight Reporting, and sales order system. Ad-hoc reporting.

Financial Accounting / Controller / Financial and IT Consulting at FusionEra Business Solutions Inc. (2009-11 – 2011-07)

Full-cycle accounting controllership, financial management, and strategic planning.

• Business development, strategic plans, budgets/forecasts, logistics and importing management, monthly reporting, MD&A, analysis, financing, and cash management.
• Leadership of accounting teams in streamlining internal processes and clean-ups.
• Development of financial reporting and budget forecasting systems and controls.
• Correction of $2M in accounting errors as part of a critical reconciliation effort.
• Implementation of an ERP accounting system (2-yr behind schedule) for a $100M revenue client, including setup and development of processes and workflows.

Consultant at Astra Energy (2009-11 – 2011-07)

Consultant at Pacer Group of Companies (2009-11 – 2011-07)

Consultant at GBSPromo / FoldingBench (2009-11 – 2011-07)

Information Systems Coordinator / Accounting Systems Coordinator at Highpine Oil & Gas Ltd (2005-06 – 2009-10)

IS and IT Manager for a rapid growth (20,000 boe/d) publicly-listed O&G company.

• IS support for all accounting systems, administration, training and troubleshooting.
• Plan and implement IT infrastructure requirements: O&G applications, administration, server virtualization, disaster recovery, business continuity, internal controls IT (CSOX).
• Accounting system conversion, implementation and analysis. Vendor software analyses, chart of accounts redesign, streamlined consolidation processes, added functional and efficient reporting, user training / support / administration. Acquisitions amalgamations.
• Business Process Re-engineering initiatives: reworked and streamlined existing manual accounting / reporting. Ad hoc reporting, reconciliations and analysis.
• Managed implementation of electronic workflow and document management.

Partner / Oil & Gas Software Developer at FusionEra Business Solutions Inc. (2005-01 – 2010-03)

Partner/developer in startup software company for O&G E&P companies to plan and manage capital budgets/forecasts programs integrated with electronic AFE approvals.

• Successfully implemented in four (4) small and mid-size O&G E&P companies.

Controller / Senior Financial Accountant / Joint Venture Coordinator at Vaquero Energy Ltd. (2003-09 – 2005-05)

Financial accounting and reporting (monthly / quarterly / annual) for a TSX junior O&G company. Acquired by Highpine Oil & Gas in May 2005.

• Financial statements MD&A. Budgets and forecasts. Cash Management.
• Joint Venture /Fixed Asset coordinator for operated/non-op properties. JV audits.
• Managed the accounting systems, development of streamlined management reports and analysis. Implementation of new IFRS Oil & Gas reporting requirements. Automated processing and reporting workflows, achieving cost savings.

Financial Controller and Chief Financial Officer at Fernz Sulfer Works Inc. (1997-08 – 2002-08)

Full-cycle accounting / financial management of a ($50M) start-up, fast growth and globally focused fertilizer manufacturer. Built entire accounting team and processes.

• Financial and operational planning, budgeting, and forecasting; accounting, tax, and audits; international trade; foreign parent (Australia & NZ) reporting; cash and treasury management & hedging; inventory management and control, risk

Bachelor Commerce, Accounting

CPA (CMA)