Daniel Johnson
Director of Finance
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Strategic finance leader with 20+ years of experience guiding financial operations, organizational planning, and compliance across nonprofit and for-profit environments. Proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights, support executive leadership and boards, and drive financial sustainability. Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, audit management, internal controls, and cross-functional collaboration.
Experience
Director of Finance at Virgin Hotels Nashville (2025-01 – Present)
- Led all financial operations for a high-volume hospitality property with multiple revenue streams
- Delivered monthly financial statements, forecasts, and variance analysis to executive leadership
- Partnered with operational teams to improve margins and optimize performance
- Strengthened internal controls and ensured compliance with corporate and regulatory standards
- Managed cash flow, reconciliations, and financial reporting accuracy
Controller at Tennessee Grasslands LLC (2021-01 – 2025-12)
- Directed full-cycle accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, and financial close
- Developed and managed budgets, forecasts, and financial projections
- Produced monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for executive leadership
- Maintained GAAP compliance and strengthened internal control systems
- Improved financial reporting efficiency and system processes
Director of Finance / Chief Financial Officer at E-Commerce Trade (2018-01 – 2021-12)
- Oversaw accounting operations, budgeting, and financial reporting
- Built executive dashboards and KPI tracking tools
- Led cash flow forecasting and long-term financial planning
- Enhanced reporting accuracy and internal control frameworks
- Supported strategic decision-making through financial analysis
Chief Financial Officer at MA Linen Service / Madison Academy (Nonprofit) (1992-01 – 2017-12)
Directed financial operations for both private and nonprofit organizations
- Prepared board-level financial reports and presentations
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning
- Coordinated audits and served as primary liaison to external auditors
- Ensured compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and nonprofit standards
- Supported leadership in strategic growth and financial decision-making
Education
Master of Business Administration in MBA – Southern Adventist University
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting – Southern Adventist University
