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Gerry Thompson, Cgma As a seasoned finance leader, Gerry Thompson has spearheaded numerous high-profile transformations, including the turnaround of BMK, LP, a $320MM distributor of general merchandise items, and the restructuring of Home Organizers, Inc., a privately-held entrepreneurial company with operations in California and Nevada. With expertise in auditing, financial analysis, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic financial planning, Thompson has consistently delivered results-driven solutions to complex financial challenges. Throughout his career, Thompson has demonstrated a unique ability to navigate complex financial landscapes, leveraging his expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to drive business growth and profitability. His achievements include the implementation of a rolling 13-week cash flow forecasting system, the negotiation of a $17.5 million senior credit agreement, and the successful transition of corporate financial operations to a new location. With a strong educational foundation in accounting and finance, Thompson holds a Bachelor of Science degree from California State University-Long Beach and is a Certified Public Accountant (Inactive) and Chartered Global Management Accountant.

Credentials

  • Certified Public Accountant (Inactive), California
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  • Chartered Global Management Accountant
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Experience

    • Senior Vice President / CFO
      • Sep 2004 - Present
      • Whittier, CA

      Designs, manufactures and installs custom organization systems including home offices, closet systems and garage cabinetry. Franchise operations throughout the United States and Canada. Internet based retailer of organizing products.Privately-held entrepreneurial company with operations in Cali...

  • BMK, LP
    • City of Commerce, CA
    • Chief Financial Officer
      • 2002 - 2004
      • City of Commerce, CA

      $320MM distributor of general merchandise items to all major grocery and drug retailers throughout the United States. Private equity funded turnaround situation, with operating assets of predecessor organizations acquired through a bankruptcy auction. Joined as a member of a new management team...

  • M2 Automotive, Inc.
    • Santa Ana, CA
    • Chief Financial Officer
      • 1999 - 2002
      • Santa Ana, CA

      $85MM provider of collision repair services with 27 service centers located throughout California. Formed in 1996 as a consolidator of collision repair service facilities, with the objective of becoming a preferred service provider for major insurance companies. Funded by three private equity f...

    • Chief Financial Officer
      • 1994 - 1999
      • Irvine, CA

      $250MM manufacturer and distributor of luxury watches through exclusive license agreement with Gucci Group, N.V., with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. Directed all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, foreign exchange planning, and risk managem...

  • Secomerica, Inc.
    • Newport Beach, CA
    • Corporate Controller
      • 1989 - 1994
      • Newport Beach, CA

      $220MM holding company with operating divisions in residential and commercial security, and healthcare industries.  Directed all consolidated financial and tax reporting for U.S. holding company, including all reporting to publicly-held parent company in Japan (Secom Company, Ltd.). Developed ...

    • Director of Financial Planning & Analysis
      • 1980 - 1987
      • Irvine, CA

      $475MM division of Fortune 500 Company which manufactured and distributed petroleum drilling bits throughout the world. Operations were comprised of four domestic and nine international entities.DIRECTOR, FINANCIAL PLANNING AND ANALYSIS (1986 – 1987)INTERNATIONAL CONTROLLER (1984 – 1986)MANAGER,...

  • Deloitte
    • Los Angeles, CA
    • Audit Senior
      • 1976 - 1980
      • Los Angeles, CA

Education

  • 1972 - 1975
    California State University-Long Beach - College of Business
  • 1971 - 1972
    University of California, Irvine
  • Inglewood High School

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