Michael Robert, MBA, MGM
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Rebecca Wellman
As the Director of Corporate Strategy and Finance, Michael was my direct supervisor at ENGIE Fabricom Canada for two years. Entering ENGIE at a time of transition, Michael overhauled the entire Finance Department though process change, re-delegation of critical responsibilities and helped align the existing Finance/SCM team to work as a cohesive unit. Through a multitude of check-in’s and group discussions, Michael helped our team grow and broadened our capabilities - processes were refined, and as a result it was pleasure coming into work again. He excels in the ability to deal with conflicting priorities in high pressure situations – all while keeping his cool and leading a team of multiple directs. Michael is a shining example of ‘practice what you preach’; he cares very deeply about corporate culture and the systemic consequences of low company morale, and tout’s teamwork at every possible avenue. On a micro level - he focuses on the individual’s career goals and fitting those goals into the bigger picture. Macro level, Michael constantly adjusts internal processes to lean out process management, and hone best practices. As a leader, Michael was supportive, invested in my personal success and communicative. He is a standout people manager who takes a genuine interest in his employees and will be an asset to any company.
Rebecca Wellman
As the Director of Corporate Strategy and Finance, Michael was my direct supervisor at ENGIE Fabricom Canada for two years. Entering ENGIE at a time of transition, Michael overhauled the entire Finance Department though process change, re-delegation of critical responsibilities and helped align the existing Finance/SCM team to work as a cohesive unit. Through a multitude of check-in’s and group discussions, Michael helped our team grow and broadened our capabilities - processes were refined, and as a result it was pleasure coming into work again. He excels in the ability to deal with conflicting priorities in high pressure situations – all while keeping his cool and leading a team of multiple directs. Michael is a shining example of ‘practice what you preach’; he cares very deeply about corporate culture and the systemic consequences of low company morale, and tout’s teamwork at every possible avenue. On a micro level - he focuses on the individual’s career goals and fitting those goals into the bigger picture. Macro level, Michael constantly adjusts internal processes to lean out process management, and hone best practices. As a leader, Michael was supportive, invested in my personal success and communicative. He is a standout people manager who takes a genuine interest in his employees and will be an asset to any company.
Rebecca Wellman
As the Director of Corporate Strategy and Finance, Michael was my direct supervisor at ENGIE Fabricom Canada for two years. Entering ENGIE at a time of transition, Michael overhauled the entire Finance Department though process change, re-delegation of critical responsibilities and helped align the existing Finance/SCM team to work as a cohesive unit. Through a multitude of check-in’s and group discussions, Michael helped our team grow and broadened our capabilities - processes were refined, and as a result it was pleasure coming into work again. He excels in the ability to deal with conflicting priorities in high pressure situations – all while keeping his cool and leading a team of multiple directs. Michael is a shining example of ‘practice what you preach’; he cares very deeply about corporate culture and the systemic consequences of low company morale, and tout’s teamwork at every possible avenue. On a micro level - he focuses on the individual’s career goals and fitting those goals into the bigger picture. Macro level, Michael constantly adjusts internal processes to lean out process management, and hone best practices. As a leader, Michael was supportive, invested in my personal success and communicative. He is a standout people manager who takes a genuine interest in his employees and will be an asset to any company.
Rebecca Wellman
As the Director of Corporate Strategy and Finance, Michael was my direct supervisor at ENGIE Fabricom Canada for two years. Entering ENGIE at a time of transition, Michael overhauled the entire Finance Department though process change, re-delegation of critical responsibilities and helped align the existing Finance/SCM team to work as a cohesive unit. Through a multitude of check-in’s and group discussions, Michael helped our team grow and broadened our capabilities - processes were refined, and as a result it was pleasure coming into work again. He excels in the ability to deal with conflicting priorities in high pressure situations – all while keeping his cool and leading a team of multiple directs. Michael is a shining example of ‘practice what you preach’; he cares very deeply about corporate culture and the systemic consequences of low company morale, and tout’s teamwork at every possible avenue. On a micro level - he focuses on the individual’s career goals and fitting those goals into the bigger picture. Macro level, Michael constantly adjusts internal processes to lean out process management, and hone best practices. As a leader, Michael was supportive, invested in my personal success and communicative. He is a standout people manager who takes a genuine interest in his employees and will be an asset to any company.
Experience
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Willow Lake Métis Nation
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Canada
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Financial Officer
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Feb 2022 - Present
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Twin Valley Contracting Ltd
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Canada
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Financial Controller
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Apr 2021 - Dec 2021
Assist organization with an upcoming merger and to create a stable base for growth. • Find bottlenecks, implement new strategies and processes company wide • Accounting process upgrades • Finance and Report analysis • Manage a team of six, train my replacement • Audit books for impending merger • Change management for the merger Assist organization with an upcoming merger and to create a stable base for growth. • Find bottlenecks, implement new strategies and processes company wide • Accounting process upgrades • Finance and Report analysis • Manage a team of six, train my replacement • Audit books for impending merger • Change management for the merger
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ENGIE Fabricom Canada
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Canada
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Oil and Gas
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Corporate Strategy and Finance -
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Feb 2018 - Jun 2020
Supported all Accounting and Finance functions reporting to the Belgium based parent company on a daily, monthly, quarterly and annual basis. Improved the company culture and relationships with clients and vendors. Attempted to sell the organization. Belgium decided to go green energy, closing the organization. informed all stakeholders and worked with employees to methodically halt company operations. • The company went from negative gross margin on projects to 15% positive gross margin • Successfully installed a new AP procedure to avoid previous issues of unaccounted for invoices • Implemented Project Controls procedures to create timely and accurate project reporting • Created a team atmosphere that allowed for creativity and enabled staff to grow • Improved client/construction/subcontractor communication engaging in all aspects of the organization Show less
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Controller
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Nov 2014 - Jul 2017
Supported all Accounting and Finance functions reporting to the US based parent company on a daily, monthly, quarterly and annual basis. Provided budgetary functions including 5-year projections and analysis. Managed, coached and mentored a team of fifteen people in the office and on site in Ft. McMurray. • Successfully completed client audits (Suncor and TransCanada) by guiding my team, researching unorganized past files and information in order to satisfy the client’s requests • Fixed a troubled software conversion from Quickbooks to Oracle coming in midway by building relationships with head office staff and utilizing previous experiences • Managed and completed audits performed by the Canadian Revenue Agency and Price Cooper Waterhouse by driving my team to the finish line during these trying times • Coordinated all departments of Parkland to produce a $180m annual operations budget by utilizing my people skills and analytical skills ensuring the best accuracy possible Show less
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Vice President, Operations
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Jul 2012 - Nov 2014
Monitored a team of professionals ensuring the success of the organization including the areas of Accounting, Finance, IT, HR, Strategy, Business Development, Culture, Expansion and Growth. • Expanded the organization into the USA by researching, analyzing and opening an office in Rapid City, South Dakota in order to diversify the organization successfully minimizing risk • Successfully prepared Caber for a future sale, found the suitor, and project managed the due diligence and change management stages during the sale to Tetra Tech in November of 2013 • Prepared the organization for growth by evolving the culture to one comprised of teamwork while retaining and attracting the best employees and winning the PAA (Psychologist’s Association of Alberta) “Most Psychologically Healthy Small to Medium Sized Company” Award in 2015 • Increased profit margins by discovering areas of inefficiency in the organization and altering them including the updating of the corporation’s rate sheet and future growth strategy • Knocked down the silos in Tetra Tech by encouraging each organization to work together finding clients that would benefit from the sister company’s skills by having each company communicate their skills that would be of value Show less
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Triumph EPCM Ltd.
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Canada
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Oil and Gas
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President Finance
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Jul 2007 - Jul 2012
Supervised a team of seven to ensure accurate reporting of Accounting and Finance functions. Worked with the VP of Operations to steadily grow the organization by creating a base of top employees and solid financials. Created a culture for growth while working to improve the Engineering procedures and customer service. • Attained financial stability for the organization by creating solid cash flow projections in order to acquire lending from the Alberta Treasury Branch (ATB) to avoid bankruptcy. Office Manager Jul. 2007 – Oct 2008 Worked with the Administration team to ensure proper company communication and logistics. Focused on growth including two office moves and organization of the offices. Changed the company culture to be more focused on customer service. • Successfully completed a software conversion from Sage to Quickbooks and BigTime by utilizing my time management and people skills Show less
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CIBC
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Canada
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Customer Service Representative
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Jan 2005 - Jul 2007
Proactively established, developed, and maintained strong client relationships through regular contact and by providing timely, value-added information, advice, and recommendations. Contributed toward the achievement of branch business objectives by meeting or exceeding individual sales goals. Engaged with several new and existing clients every day to understand their long-term financial goals and objectives. Proficient in Mutual Funds, Bank Accounts, Mortgages and Sales. • Obtained the honour of “Sales Person of the Quarter” in 2007 by creating great relationships with clients showing them they were not just a number Show less
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Area Manager
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Jul 2002 - 2005
Managed a team of over one hundred to create a culture of great customer service while teaching English to students aged 3 to 16. Handled cultural differences with a team filled of mostly Japanese women but additionally included men and women from Canada, USA, Australia and the United Kingdom. Taught employees from other countries how to survive in Japan. • Obtained the honour of Area Manager of the year in 2004 for successfully turning the Miyagi Prefecture area into a highly functioning team ESL Teacher 2000 - 2001 Show less
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Financial Advisor
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Jan 2000 - Jul 2002
• Delivered memorable customer service and fostered relationships of mutual trust • Participated in the performance management process • Provided guidance and support to other team members • Ensured necessary due diligence to support the accuracy of all customer transactions • Delivered memorable customer service and fostered relationships of mutual trust • Participated in the performance management process • Provided guidance and support to other team members • Ensured necessary due diligence to support the accuracy of all customer transactions
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Education
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2011 - 2013
Royal Roads University
MBA, Business -
2021 - 2022
Royal Roads University
MGM, International/Global Studies
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