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Bob

C-level Financial/Operational Executive | Interim CFO | Strategically focused Tactically driven

About Me

Seasoned C-level financial and operational executive with over four decades of experience leading transformational initiatives in manufacturing, distribution, automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and not-for-profit organizations. Recognized for expertise in financial turnarounds, M&A strategy and execution, post-acquisition integration, and operational efficiency enhancement. Robert has completed over 30 M&A transactions, acted as interim or full-time CFO for companies ranging from early-stage roll-ups to NASDAQ-listed firms, and provided critical support in distressed and high-leverage environments. Demonstrates hands-on leadership style, strong analytical capabilities, and a proven ability to build finance functions that align with strategic growth objectives. CORE COMPETENCIES - Turnaround & Restructuring Leadership - Chapter 11 Filing & Bankruptcy Planning - Asset-Based Financing Expertise - Financial Reporting (GAAP, SEC, KPI, Cash-to-Accrual) - Revenue Recognition ASC 606 Revenue Accounting - Purchase Accounting, QOE Reports & NWC Settlements - M&A Strategy, Integration & Due Diligence - Working Capital Optimization - ERP Implementations (Oracle, QuickBooks, SAGE, JD Edwards) - Manufacturing & Cost Accounting - Private Equity Portfolio and Bank Reporting - Cash Forecasting

Jurisdiction

United States | Netherlands | Ireland | United Kingdom

Experience

Seniority LevelC-Suite
Years of Experience20+ years
Current StatusActive
Managing PartnerRobert W Zimmer & Associates, LLC
2011 - Present

Independent consultant delivering interim executive leadership and advisory services to middle-market businesses, with a focus on distressed operations, M&A readiness, post-acquisition integration, manufacturing costing , working capital management and cost efficiency.

Executive Vice President and Chief Financial OfficerFranciscan Sisters of Chicago Service Corporation
2009 - 2011

Managed this $500 million multi-site not-for-profit senior care organization servicing over 3,000 residents through a decentralized staff of thirty-six associates.

Chief Operating and Administrative OfficerHeartcare Centers of Illinois
2007 - 2009

Managed thirty-five physician multi-clinic medical practice: responsible for daily administration of all financial operations, billing, risk management, facilities, contract negotiations, IT, & HR

Chief Restructuring and Financial OfficerVitec, Inc.
2005 - 2008

Initiated an operational and financial turnaround of this $150M tier-one automotive supplier producing blow-molded fuel tanks. Negotiated union labor reforms, improved DSO, and re-capitalized balance sheet.

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial OfficerUniversal Automotive Industries, Inc
2001 - 2005

Managed all financial operations for the $110M NASQAQ listed manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket automotive parts through three operating subsidiaries, three manufacturing facilities and numerous warehouse locations.

Chief Financial OfficerImpaxx, Inc.
1996 - 2001

As CFO I led seventeen acquisitions growing revenue from startup to $225M. Developed and managed a decentralized finance, ERP implementation, Private equity ownership, and bank relationships.

Chief Financial Officer & TreasurerPlastofilm/CFI Industries, Inc.
1993 - 1996

Partnering with the new CEO effected a financial and operational turnaround, green fielded a new facility in Northern Ireland and Puerto Rico and executed a divestiture strategy for the $50M manufacturer of thermo-formed plastic packaging.

Senior Auditor and Consulting AssociateArthur Andersen & CO
Present

Gained foundational experience in external audit, internal control analysis, and financial reporting

Education

Degree of Accounting & EconomicsLuther College
Present
Present
Masters of Finance & MarketingDePaul University
Present

Certification

Total Certifications2

Certified Public Accountant

American Institute if Certified Public Accountants

1973

Certified Global Management Accountant

American Institute if Certified Public Accountants

Skills

Core skills0
Languages1

Languages

English