brian w. karstensen, cpa
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Biography on Brian Karstensen, an experienced corporate accounting and financials analyst, leader, and CPA. Brian has much experience in acting in a hands on leadership and advisory capacity with regards to corporate finance, accounting, audit and compliance, cash management, and treasury analysis. From roles as a financial analyst and treasury analyst to corporate controller, Brian is capable of wearing many hats in an organization.TRANSCRIPT
When you think of Brian, think of a proven and capable accounting professional experienced in administration and management of accounting process and systems including accounts payable, accounts receivable, analysis, budgeting, cash management, costing, credit, fixed assets, forecasting, inventory management, payroll, reporting, supervision, systems and treasury. He is proficient in MS Office products and ERP systems.
Who is Brian W. Karstensen?
“He is a highly motivated self-starter continuously looking for process improvements”.
“He has strong attention to detail while maintaining the broader, analytical perspective”.
“He has excellent organization skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks”.
“He is a trustworthy team mate and leader who delivers consistent results proactively”.
What Do Raving Fans of Brian Say ?
• Provides financial guidance, direction, and analytical support.
• Ability to manage complex processes and translate analysis into action.
• Understands and facilitates the integration of processes, personnel and technology.
• Actively seeks to drive achievements against financial targets.
How Does Brian Help?
• Strategic financial planning and analysis.
• Effective cash management especially during lean fiscal constraints.
• Maintaining vendor relations and delivering on promises.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls.
• Tight credit management, reducing past due receivables and minimizing bad debts.
Brian’s Critical Strengths:
What “Hats” is Brian Capable of Wearing?
• Controller.
• Assistant Controller.
• Senior Financial Analyst.
• Treasury Analyst.
• Financial Project Manager.
• Financial Planning and Analysis.
• Financial Consultant.
• Credit Manager.
• Human Resources
What Industries Has Brian Been Successful In?
• Manufacturing.
• Automotive.
• Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG).
• Steel.
