PETER D. HERNANDEZ, C.P.A.

ndcpa88@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterdhernandez
(949) 874-0911
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
An innovative and strategic Finance and Operations Executive whom exerts focused efforts toward organizational and
personal goals while maintaining a collaborative approach for successful results. Excellent leadership skills in guiding and
mentoring staff with the objective to meet professional development goals. Dedicated to ensure a suitable work environment
exists to foster a commitment from the staff to pursue company business strategies and growth objectives. Developed highly
effective strategic plans by partnering and collaborating cross-functionally with the Board of Directors, Executive
Management, Human Resources, Operations, Information Systems, Administration, Sales and Quality. Adheres to thorough
financial analysis review resulting in identifying strategic financial opportunities. Driven by identifying obsolete operational
processes and collaborating with key stake holders in working towards improved procedures for efficient and effective
results. Manager of financial, statutory and regulatory Compliance requirements. Extensive experience with operational
contract negotiation and corresponding execution. Established and maintained working relationships with vendors and
service partners (including but not limited to Audit/Tax Firms, Banking, Insurance Brokers, Facility Owners, etc) to meet
corporate financial and operational objectives. Effective in prioritizing multiple responsibilities and corporate projects to
ensure objectives are successfully met upon completion. Experience in managing cross functional areas such as Finance,
Operations, Human Resources, Information Services, Customer Services and Administration. Values a strong work ethic and
integrity while exhibiting outstanding oral and written communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS
Executive Leadership

Strategic Planning

International Business Management

Finance and Operations Leadership

Corporate Officer / Retirement Plan Trustee

Treasury Management

Financial Statement Reporting

Financial Planning and Analysis

Internal Controls

Credit and Collections Management

Expense Management

Operations Management

Legal and Contract Management

Customer Relations

Compliance Management

Vendor & Services Management

Risk and Insurance Management

Process Identification and Improvement

Real Estate Management

Human Resources Management

Employee Relations

EXPERIENCE
FISHER & PAYKEL HEALTHCARE, INC., Subsidiary of Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corporation LTD. (Irvine, CA)
Based in Auckland, New Zealand, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corporation, LTD. is a global leader in the design,
manufacture and marketing of products and systems for use in respiratory care, acute care, and the treatment of obstructive
sleep apnea. Products and systems are sold in over 120 countries worldwide. Products are sold through direct sales offices
operations in most of the major markets and a network of distributors that sell to hospitals, homecare providers and other
manufacturers of medical devices. The North American Distribution business unit sells products throughout the United States
and Canada to customers ranging from multi-billion dollar corporations, hospitals, multi-national corporations and sole
proprietor companies.
Vice President of Finance, North America
(January 1996 November 2015)
Senior Finance Executive Manager and Corporate Officer, reporting to the President, North America, responsible for
managing the North American Financial, Operational and Administration functions of three operating facilities (Irvine,
California: Louisville, Kentucky and; Montreal, Quebec, Canada) equating to annual revenue turnover of $300M. Directly
responsible for Finance, Information Systems, Operations and Administration teams aligning such resources to pursue
organizational objectives. Ensure policy adherence, regulatory and statutory compliance, perform contractual negotiations
and reviews, protection of assets, internal controls, real estate management and managing financial analysis and reporting.
Served as risk management officer to minimize financial and operational burdens. Travel commitments (25%) to key customer
accounts, vendors/service providers and company distribution centers to ensure visibility, corporate alliance and support
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among such parties. Served as a strategic business partner to the International Corporate Executive team and a key member of
the North American Executive Management team while assisting with other executive roles to ensure business continuity.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Directed transition of $100 million Business Unit from distribution to direct operations within 6 month timeframe.
Initial employee hired establishing original operations and processes in line with companys growth requirements.
Managed Finance, Operations, Human Resources, Customer Services, Administration and Quality areas.
Contributed to the growth from the initial start of operations to recent revenue turnover ($300M), representing
approximately 50% of global operations.
Established robust financial and operational systems and procedures adhering to the growth needs of the company.
Created a framework for procedures used to meet North American financial, statutory and regulatory compliance
requirements.
Assembled, developed and retained highly competent team of Certified Public Accountants within the Finance area to assist in
managing GAAP and IFRS requirements in compliance with financial deadlines.
Established a credit policy program with the objective in minimizing any financial burden to the company resulting in Days
Outstanding reduced by 15 days.
Established Accounts Receivables Million Dollar Club providing significant contributions to the corporate financial
objectives.
Identified and implemented logistics directives as part of strategic requirements of the company.
Identified, negotiated and directed implementation of warehouse locations in United States and Canada.
Initiated Cost Out program and negotiated critical cost reductions in key variable expense items resulting in savings of
over $1 million.
Initiated, directed and implemented process improvements within Finance, Operations and Customer Services procedures
as part of the Cost Out program.
Analyzed and provided principal support in determining attractive and cost effective employee benefit programs.
Managed relationships with vital customers and vendor/service providers to ensure adherence to corporate objectives.

BAXTER CUSTOM STERILE, Baxter Healthcare Corporation (Ontario, CA)

Plant Controller reporting to the Plant Manage r

Medical Product Manufacturing

(1995 1995)

PIERCE COMPANIES, INC. (Santa Ana, CA)

Corporate Controller reporting to the Owner/President

Office Product Manufacturing

(1993 1995)

CEDERQUIST, INC. (Santa Fe Springs, CA)

Controller reporting to the Owner/President

Millwork Manufacturing
(1991 1993)

DELOITTE & TOUCHE (Los Angeles, CA)

Senior Accountant, Audit Services

Public Accounting
(1988 1991)

EDUCATION
University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana - Bachelors of Business Administration (1988)
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Public Accountant (Active)
Chartered Global Management Accountant (Active)
MEMBERSHIPS
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
California Society of Certified Public Accountants
Financial Executives International - New Membership & Diversity Board Member
CFO Leadership Council of Orange County Board Member