Wendy Durst
Burlington,NC
Summary
Detail oriented finance professional with 20+ years experience in financial management, budgeting/forecasting, cost analysis, accounting systems and controls, business systems improvement and strategic planning. Proven leader with the ability to lead organizations through substantial change while bringing about desired financial results. Strong team approach that enhances management synergy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Southeast Connections, LLC
Conyers, GA
04.2017 - 04.2024
- Developed complex financial models to support decision making related to complex business issues including customer profitability analysis and divisional P&L analysis.
- Implemented forecasting processes and tools supporting Area Managers with weekly forecast meetings.
- Drove continued cost reduction and ownership through monthly financial reviews with departmental Senior Directors.
- Assisted in preparing annual budget, liaison between FP&A and Divisions within the company.
- Performed variance analysis on an ongoing basis throughout all areas of the business, including revenue, direct cost, overhead costs and SG&A costs.
Financial Analysis / Reporting and Special Projects Manager
S&N Communications, Inc.
06.2014 - 04.2017
- Nationwide provider of wired and wireless infrastructure communication, electric and gas construction, and underground utility locating.
- Partnered with senior leadership team, providing operational and financial analysis to drive performance improvement a well as support business decisions
- Responsible for all aspects of annual corporate budget and monthly forecasts. Developed forecasting and budgeting process to promote accountability for each business segment leader
- Prepare and distribute monthly reporting packages, internal and external
- Provide ad-hoc reporting and analysis as well as manage special projects as need by senior leadership
Director of Finance and Administration
Trident Construction Company
05.2010 - 05.2014
- Proven leader for construction services in the Charleston area for over 30 years.
- Partnered with senior leadership team in strategic decision making and operations to support the continued growth and financial health of the company and it's affiliates
- Lead areas of finance, business planning and budgeting, human resources, administration and information technology
- Prepared monthly and annual financial statements accurately and timely. Worked with external auditors to facilitate semi-annual reviews and annual audits
- Effectively communicated and presented critical financial matters to senior leadership
- Reconciled bank accounts and investment accounts. Managed cash flow and forecasting
- Kept current all corporate documentation such as business licenses, memberships and related annual filings in four states
Controller
Centex Homes
Kernersville, NC, Myrtle Beach, SC
10.2004 - 12.2008
- National Top 5 residential homebuilder
- Held #1 sales volume in Myrtle Beach market and #3 sales volume in Triad market.
- Managed all financial reporting, forecasts, and compliance for the Division
- Served as business partner to the Division President, providing operational and financial analysis to drive process improvement
- Prepared financial information for prospective land acquisitions
- Provided cross-departmental leadership fostering an understanding of department relevance to the performance of the Division
- Prepared monthly financial statements, reviewed monthly job profit projections, projected Divisional goals on a quarterly basis
- Participated in company-wide audits and Sarbanes Oxley Compliance audits
- Created and automated processes, systems and reports that tracked key drivers of the homebuilding business
- Managed staff of six, including IT Administrator, trained two Assistant Controllers
Senior Staff Accountant
DH Griffin Wrecking Company, Inc.
Greensboro, NC
01.2003 - 10.2004
- One of the largest demolition companies in the country rendering services throughout most of the southeast.
Accountant
Landmark Builders of the Triad, Inc.
Winston-Salem, NC
02.2000 - 01.2003
- Locally owned commercial builder
- Renovated and built primarily medical facilities and large warehouses.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD1999
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD1997
Skills
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Power BI Reporting
- Starbuilder
- AS400
- Hyperion
- Microsoft Applications
- Quickbooks
- Great Plains
Activities
- Team Manager, Triangle United Soccer Club, 08/01/22 - present
- Team Manager, Registrar, Burlington Soccer Club, 08/01/15 - 07/31/20
Timeline
Finance Manager
Southeast Connections, LLC
04.2017 - 04.2024
Financial Analysis / Reporting and Special Projects Manager
S&N Communications, Inc.
06.2014 - 04.2017
Director of Finance and Administration
Trident Construction Company
05.2010 - 05.2014
Controller
Centex Homes
10.2004 - 12.2008
Senior Staff Accountant
DH Griffin Wrecking Company, Inc.
01.2003 - 10.2004
Accountant
Landmark Builders of the Triad, Inc.
02.2000 - 01.2003
Master of Business Administration -
Frostburg State University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Frostburg State University