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Kimberlie Gerstner

@kimberliegerstner

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Finance leader specializing in accounting, controls, and operational process improvement.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek senior finance roles where I can lead accounting operations, optimize systems and processes, mentor teams, and drive compliance and cost savings in growth-oriented organizations.

I am an accomplished accounting and finance professional with 15+ years of progressive leadership across hospitality, banking, construction, and service industries, known for GAAP compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and process automation that improves accuracy and efficiency.

I lead cross-functional teams, implement ERP and payroll systems, design SOPs, and drive cost-saving initiatives; I partner with executives to provide hands-on financial stewardship that strengthens organizational performance and audit readiness.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Controller/HR Director

Springboard Hospitality

Jun 2024 - Sep 2025 (1 year 3 months)

Partnered with executive leadership during resort pre-opening to design financial and operational frameworks, implemented GAAP-compliant accounting and payroll processes, and created SOPs that improved process consistency and month-end close accuracy.

Financial Reporting Budgeting & Forecasting GAAP Accounting Payroll Administration SOP Development AP AR Cash Flow Management Month End Close

Assistant Controller

Passumpsic Bank

Sep 2023 - Feb 2024 (5 months)

Ensured accounting accuracy and GAAP compliance across close processes, supervised staff accountants to improve departmental efficiency, and led implementation of the Prologue AP platform to automate vendor payments.

GAAP Accounting Month End Close Team Leadership Accounts Payable Prologue Reconciliations Treasury Management

Controller/HR Director

Realtime Software Solutions LLC

Sep 2020 - May 2023 (2 years 8 months)

Directed multi-entity financial operations and international transactions, built accounting and payroll infrastructure with zero discrepancies on daily wires, and implemented HR and accounting SOPs to ensure compliance and operational consistency.

Multi Entity Payroll Cash Flow Management Payroll Systems SOP Development AP AR Banking Operations International Wires

Accounts Payable Manager

ISS Facility Services

Feb 2019 - Sep 2020 (1 year 7 months)

Managed weekly payment processing exceeding $26M, led AP system transitions and integrations for shared services, and coordinated audit and treasury activities to ensure liquidity and compliance.

Accounts Payable System Implementation Vendor Management Process Improvement

Controller

Embassy Suites Landmark Center Hotel

May 2018 - Feb 2019 (9 months)

Led financial operations for hotel opening, established accounting controls and SOPs, managed monthly close and annual budgeting to align financial performance with occupancy targets.

Budgeting & Forecasting Month End Close AP AR SOP Development Financial Reporting

Chief Financial Officer

Gerstner Construction Management

May 2009 - May 2018 (9 years)

Directed all financial operations including forecasting, WIP reporting, and cash flow management, implemented job cost controls and revenue forecasts to optimize project profitability and support banking relationships.

Job Cost Forecasting Cash Flow Management Vendor Relations Banking Financial Reporting

Regional Finance Manager

Aramark Refreshments

Mar 2011 - Sep 2014 (3 years 6 months)

Managed regional financial operations and monthly closings for office coffee and vending services, prepared budgets and forecasts, and led SOX-compliant audits to strengthen internal controls.

Budgeting & Forecasting Month End Close SOX Compliance Audit Management Team Leadership Revenue Forecasting Financial Reporting

Sales Manager

PSAV

Jun 2010 - Mar 2011 (9 months)

Led sales and lead generation teams for audiovisual services, developed B2B strategies that supported up to $500K in event revenue, and implemented performance management to improve team results.

Sales Leadership B2B Sales Team Management Revenue Growth Performance Coaching Contract Negotiation Client Relations Event Operations

Sales Director

CDS Events

Oct 2008 - Jun 2010 (1 year 8 months)

Directed sales operations for a $1M events company, drove business development to expand market share, and negotiated vendor contracts to reduce costs and improve margins.

Sales Strategy Business Development Client Relationship Management Contract Negotiation Team Leadership Cost Optimization Revenue Growth

District Controller

The Compass Group NAD

Jan 2002 - Sep 2008 (6 years 8 months)

Advanced through finance and operations roles overseeing a $12.6M revenue portfolio, implemented process improvements across vending and coffee services, and managed district-level financial performance and staff.

District Finance Operational Management Process Improvement Team Leadership Financial Reporting Budgeting Staff Supervision

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Walden University

Bachelor of Science, Communications

Grade: 4.0 GPA

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Communications with a 4.0 GPA, focusing on professional communication principles relevant to business and organizational settings.