Kidada Kendall
@kidadakendall
I build compliant finance and operations systems for government contractors, from ERP implementation through growth readiness.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I've led finance and operations for government contractors including Diversitech Solutions, Delta Point, Economic Systems, and Buchanan & Edwards, managing firms from $3.5M to $77M and supporting up to 360 employees. I deliver full-cycle accounting, cash management, payroll, financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance across active federal contracts.
As COO at Diversitech Solutions, I secured SBA 8(a) certification and GSA IT Schedule 70 placement while leading a Deltek Costpoint implementation completed in three months, on time and on budget. Through Leeds Strategic Consulting, I provide fractional CFO and COO support, build financial infrastructure, and help clients optimize Deltek Costpoint and QuickBooks systems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Principal
Leeds Strategic Consulting, LLC
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Independent finance, accounting, and operations consulting practice serving small and mid-size businesses in the government contracting space and beyond. Provides fractional CFO and COO services, advising on ERP selection, implementation, and financial infrastructure design.
Education
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The George Washington University
Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
1993 - 1998
Pursued an Accounting major at The George Washington University from 1993 to 1998.
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