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Marie-Chantal Menard

Saint-Bruno,Canada

Summary

Results-oriented Chief Financial Officer bringing 25 years of experience within Innovation, Technology, and Entertainment industries. Offering keen financial acumen to lead businesses to profitability in both lean times and periods of growth with demonstrated success in streamlining operations and increasing efficiency. Highly effective Leader at driving strategic initiatives with solid financial backing.

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Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

CFO

Umanaïa
06.2023 - Current
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of a new financial reporting system, resulting in more accurate and timely data for decision-making purposes.
  • Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
  • Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements by staying current on industry developments and implementing necessary controls within the organization.
  • Enhanced cash flow management through the development of robust forecasting models, ensuring optimal liquidity for business operations.
  • Evaluated investment opportunities diligently, contributing to informed decisions regarding potential projects and their expected returns.
  • Led budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to allocate resources strategically and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Refined internal control procedures, strengthening the overall integrity of financial data captured within the system.
  • Streamlined financial processes by implementing automation and reducing manual tasks, leading to increased efficiency and accuracy.
  • Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.

CFO on demand

Financial Planning & Strategic Management- CFO mandates
12.2016 - 06.2023
  • Supported private investors, owners, and entrepreneurs in the Innovation, Technology & Engineering, Entertainment and Cultural sectors
  • Financial and operational modeling; business plan; budget and operational forecasting; liquidity management; business valuation; etc
  • Customized tools developed and integrated within organization: Financial management and planning/key performance indicators (KPIs) tailored to business, BI analysis & reports
  • Funding strategies development and administrative tracking (loans, grants, sponsorships)
  • Organizational profile and strategic management
  • Business start-up, business plan, growth management
  • Integrated management of administration and human resources
  • Project management/production costs
  • Technical and operational solutions
  • Systems implementation: integrated accounting, payroll, project management
  • Oversaw deployment of strategic business plans to accomplish accounting, compliance and revenue targets
  • Completed in-depth analyses of risks to control company profile, enhance systems and track legal concerns
  • Created, planned and implemented policies and procedures to increase productivity and maximize return on investments.
  • Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
  • Mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and skill development within the department.

CFO

Felix & Paul Studios Inc
07.2019 - 11.2021
  • Built and executed financial and operational strategies to achieve company vision and growth objectives
  • Implemented scalable financing structure and strong financial accounting processes to create shareholder value through operational efficiencies and cost analysis
  • Devised successful benchmarks and performance optimization strategies to enhance company objectives
  • Provided financial expertise to departments such as HR, IT and Legal
  • Completed in-depth analyses of risks to control company profile, enhance systems and track legal concerns
  • Created, planned and implemented policies and procedures to increase productivity and maximize return on investments
  • Value-added: Positioned the studio as a strategic technology space leader, build a strong financial structure on which a 8M decree financing by from Quebec's Treasury Counsel & Finance Minister team (Fitzgibbon) was obtained
  • Build strong business models (50M-100M) in developing innovative space content projects through technologic and niche R&D development
  • Representations among several Provincial and Federal Ministers.

VP Finance

C2 International, C2 Montreal
01.2014 - 12.2016
  • Key member in the organization's start-up, executive team and international expansion
  • Developed, articulated and rolled-out the strategic vision for the organization across the company and into marketplace
  • Created a financial plan that aligns with and enables the achievement of the company's strategic plan
  • Developed scalable financial practices, controls, processes and programs necessary to deliver on the company's aggressive growth mandate and create value through operational efficiencies
  • Integration of acquisitions; operations, information and systems
  • Assisted in developing new business & opportunities, leading the development of contractual processes, templates / protocols and participating in the negotiation of large contracts
  • Implemented and controlled the overall financial and operational management, financing, administration, HR & Legal aspects
  • In charge of the financing structure and oversaw long term source of funding with the government authorities, participation in funding arrangements and partnerships
  • In charge of the Due diligence aspects, Investment process and shareholder agreements
  • Provide financial reporting and guidance to C2 Int Board of Directors, Investment community, shareholders, and professional service partners.

Executive Director of Finance & Administration

NEUF Architectes
03.2010 - 12.2013
  • Oversaw deployment of strategic business plans to accomplish accounting, compliance and revenue targets
  • Completed in-depth analyses of risks to control company profile, enhance systems and track legal concerns
  • Created, planned and implemented policies and procedures to increase productivity and maximize return on investments
  • Devised strategies for enhancing business assets and reporting on financial metrics
  • Produce reports for internal and external stakeholders
  • Developed future financial plans to support company objectives



Chief Accountant

Tristan
02.2007 - 03.2010
  • Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success
  • Performed advanced reviews of business operational trends and expected obligations to prepare accurate forecasts
  • Evaluated and improved accuracy and completeness of financial records
  • Collaborated with bank representatives to negotiate capital requirements.

Head of Finance

Ticketpro
10.2002 - 02.2007
  • Developed scalable financial practices, controls, processes
  • Integration of acquisitions; operations, information and systems
  • Assisted in developing new business & opportunities, leading the development of contractual processes, templates / protocols and participating in the negotiation of large contracts
  • Spearheaded expansion strategies to increase business market share, drive growth and bring in new customers
  • Identified and capitalized on community business opportunities with effective networking

Education

CPA - Advanced Accounting And Finance

Chartered Professionnal Accountants of Canada(CPA)
Montreal, QC
2001

Bachelor of Accounting -

Concordia University
Montreal, QC
05.2000

Skills

  • Strong team management and leadership skills
  • Track record of success and achievements in face-paced and high performing environments
  • Strategic thinker with strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Results-oriented leader with strong business acumen
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Financial Process Improvement
  • Financial Strategy Development
  • Regulatory Compliance Knowledge
  • Adaptability to Change
  • Risk Management Proficiency
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Change Management Expertise
  • Corporate Governance Understanding
  • Performance metrics analysis
  • ERP System Implementation
  • Strategic financial planning

Implication Volunteering

Zù incubator / CFO Resident: Initiated by Guy Laliberté, founder of Cirque du Soleil, Zú is a non-profit organization whose mission is to gather, help and promote creative entrepreneurs in the entertainment sector to develop world-class innovative projects. (since Nov 2022)

XN Quebec /Treasurer Board of Directors: The Digital Experiences Producers Association Xn Quebec brings together the key players of the Quebec digital creation industry. (since Nov 2020)

Relief / Member Board of Directors: non-profit organization whose mission is to help people affected by anxiety disorders, depression, or bipolar disorder and their loved ones so they can keep moving forward. The organization is also dedicated to providing information about anxiety and mood disorders. (since June 2019)

QuebecInnov / Treasurer Board of Directors: (now :Conseil de l'innovation du Quebec) QuébecInnove is a nonprofit organization supporting companies that want to speed up their innovation projects. Thanks to a network that includes 14,000 researchers and experts working within 135 member groups active in the field of research, QuébecInnove helps more than 500 companies every year find the skills and financing they need to grow. (July20-July 21)

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

CFO

Umanaïa
06.2023 - Current

CFO

Felix & Paul Studios Inc
07.2019 - 11.2021

CFO on demand

Financial Planning & Strategic Management- CFO mandates
12.2016 - 06.2023

VP Finance

C2 International, C2 Montreal
01.2014 - 12.2016

Executive Director of Finance & Administration

NEUF Architectes
03.2010 - 12.2013

Chief Accountant

Tristan
02.2007 - 03.2010

Head of Finance

Ticketpro
10.2002 - 02.2007

CPA - Advanced Accounting And Finance

Chartered Professionnal Accountants of Canada(CPA)

Bachelor of Accounting -

Concordia University

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