Tested leader with 20+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, investment, and technology environments. Versed in combining strategic planning with organizational structures and internal controls to improve processes, increase margins, and drive growth. Proven ability to translate a deep understanding of business practices and processes to bottom-line value. Extensive knowledge of domestic and international finance, global audit processes, GAAP, GAAS, IFRS, job costing, data collection, SAP, ERP, ROI analysis, and corporate tax preparation. BS degree in accounting and computer information systems.

1. Arnold C. Olson
1961 Julie Avenue ● Sparta, WI 54656 ● 608.697.0650 ● Arnie5936@hotmail.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
VP of Finance |Chief Financial Officer |Chief Operations Officer | Director of Finance
Tested leader with 20+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, investment, and
technology environments. Versed in combining strategic planning with organizational structures and
internal controls to improve processes, increase margins, and drive growth. Proven ability to translate
a deep understanding of business practices and processes to bottom-line value. Extensive knowledge
of domestic and international finance, global audit processes, GAAP, GAAS, IFRS, job costing, data
collection, SAP, ERP, ROI analysis, and corporate tax preparation. BS degree in accounting and
computer information systems. Areas of expertise include:
Accounting Management
Bank Covenant and Treasury Management
Benefits Administration
Budget Development, Forecasting & Admin
Business Valuation
Cash Flow Management
Domestic and International Auditing
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Financial Analysis and Strategic Planning
GAAP & IFRS
Information Technologies (IT)
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures
Personnel Management and Development
Portfolio Asset Management
Project Management
Profit and Loss (P&L) Management
Risk Management
Tax preparation and Reporting
EXPERIENCE
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
02/2015-Present Director of Finance (CFO) Northern Engraving Corporation – Sparta, WI
Oversee $160M of financial and organization functions for domestic and
international manufacturing of decorative aluminum trim — a tier two supplier
for the automobile, appliance, and consumer industries.
11/2012 to 02/2015 Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Kanavas Landscape Mgmt., Inc. – Elm Grove, WI
Commercial and residential landscape architecture and management,
horticultural maintenance company.
9/2011 to 9/2012 PDQ Development / Viking Investments, (Interim Controller) – Spring Green,
WI
Privately held property management and investment company with $125M
portfolio including retail stores, portfolio, real estate, and 16 LLCs.
7/1998 to 9/2011 Neenah Springs, Inc. dba Great Glacier, Inc. (CF0 / COO) – Princeton, MN
Manufacturer of direct delivery bottled products serving thousands of
commercial and residential customers throughout the Midwest.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
University of Wisconsin – Superior 1981 - 1985
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Computer Information Systems
Broad expertise: in enterprise resource management technologies, CRM, telecommunications,
Accounting management and tax programs, Axapta, SAP, SAGE, QuickBooks, MAS 90, MS Office
Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Word), SCO UNIX, Citrix, and specialty software.