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David Hall

@davidhall77

Chief accounting officer and finance consultant who restructured WasteXperts’ finance function and implemented new reporting systems.

Canada

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At WasteXperts, Inc., I led the Finance and IT Departments through growth and helped develop the company’s first annual budget and five-year plan. I restructured the Finance Department and implemented new finance and reporting systems.

At GFL Environmental, I completed due diligence for two acquisitions and supported the integration of acquired companies. I also worked with IT to plan and implement a new financial reporting package.

As Regional Controller at Waste Services Inc., I centralized credit, collections, and cash functions in Alberta, tightening controls, helping achieve SOX compliance, and reducing DSO by 13 days. I’m currently a consultant and semi-retired.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Chief Accounting Officer

WasteXperts, Inc.

Jul 2021 - Apr 2024 (2 years 9 months)

C-Suite member leading Finance and IT through 33% annual growth, developing the company's first annual budget and 5-year plan. Restructured the Finance Department and implemented new systems including Business Central, Continia, PayFabric, and Solver.

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Continia Credit Card Management PayFabric Solver Data Warehouse Financial Reporting Budgeting Strategic Planning Leadership

General Manager

Pit Stop

Jan 2017 - Sep 2019 (2 years 8 months)

Oversaw $12 million, 65 employees, 30 routes, and 2 districts in pump, septic, and hauling operations. Improved top line revenues by 135% and EBITDA by 265% through targeted selling, restructuring, and implementing relationship-based selling strategies.

Operations Management Sales Strategy Financial Restructuring Team Leadership Process Improvement

Controller

GBN

Oct 2014 - Jan 2017 (2 years 3 months)

Worked directly with the COO overseeing the accounting group, reviewing controls, implementing financial reporting systems, and completing year-end audits. Acted as liaison with Recycle BC for program results and stakeholder reporting.

Financial Reporting Internal Controls Audit Stakeholder Management Process documentation

Regional Controller Canada

GFL Environmental

Apr 2012 - Oct 2014 (2 years 6 months)

Managed financial operations for $300 million solid waste division with 500+ employees across 4 provinces. Implemented controls and systems for timely reporting to Private Equity Group, led monthly operating reviews, and supported acquisitions and integrations.

Financial Reporting Internal Controls M&A due diligence Integration Municipal Procurement Processes Team Leadership IT Implementation

District Controller

Republic Services

Mar 2011 - Apr 2012 (1 year 1 month)

Managed financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting for a $34 million district with 108 employees. Implemented a Daily Profit and Loss Model to improve forecast accuracy and ensured SOX compliance.

Financial Reporting Forecasting Budgeting SOX Compliance Profit And Loss Analysis Business Performance Analysis

Regional Controller Western Canada

Waste Services Inc.

Dec 2008 - Feb 2011 (2 years 2 months)

Oversaw financial group for $150+ million operations with 200+ employees, reporting directly to CEO and CFO. Prepared annual operating and capital plans, tendered residential contracts, and centralized credit functions to improve controls and reduce DSO by 13 days.

Financial Management Strategic Planning Contract Negotiation SOX Compliance Process Improvement Credit Management

Manager of Internal Audit

Waste Services Inc.

May 2006 - Dec 2008 (2 years 7 months)

Managed internal audit processes, including COSO framework documentation and SOX compliance reviews. Established the internal audit department through recruiting, training, and development, and provided interim controllership support.

Internal Audit SOX Compliance COSO framework Team Management Process Improvement Financial Analysis

Corporate Controller

Halton Recycling Ltd.

May 2005 - May 2006 (1 year)

Managed corporate financial operations, including reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.

Financial Reporting Budgeting Internal Controls

Chief Financial Officer

R. Diamond Group

Feb 2004 - May 2005 (1 year 3 months)

Oversaw all financial operations, including strategic planning, reporting, and financial management.

Financial Management Strategic Planning Leadership

Service Area Controller

Waste Services Inc.

Jan 2000 - Feb 2002 (2 years 1 month)

Managed financial reporting, budgeting, and audits for a service area with $45+ million revenue and 100+ employees. Reviewed monthly operating results and coordinated with external auditors.

Financial Reporting Budgeting Audit Coordination Team Management