Professional Summary

Professional Overview

Cort Townsend is a seasoned financial executive with over 15 years of experience in corporate finance, financial reporting, and strategic leadership. As the Chief Financial Officer at Tungsten Automation and Kofax, he brings a proven track record of driving financial performance, optimizing operational efficiencies, and providing strategic counsel to executive teams.

Experience Summary

Current Role

Chief Financial Officer, Tungsten Automation (2024-01-01 to Present)

• Responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

• Played a key role in Tungsten Automation's acquisition strategy, leading due diligence and integration efforts

• Implemented robust financial controls and processes to ensure compliance and drive operational excellence

Chief Financial Officer, Kofax (2017-07-01 to Present)

• Oversees all financial functions, including accounting, treasury, tax, and investor relations

• Spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, streamlining financial processes and improving data analytics

• Played a pivotal role in the company's successful initial public offering (IPO), ensuring a smooth transition and strong investor relations

Career Progression

Vice President Finance, Lexmark Enterprise Software (2016-03-01 to 2017-07-01)

• Managed the finance team and oversaw financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for the enterprise software division

• Collaborated with cross-functional leaders to drive strategic initiatives and improve operational efficiency

Various Finance Roles, Kofax (2013-01-01 to 2016-02-01)

• Progressed through roles of increasing responsibility, including Corporate Controller, VP Finance, and Director of Financial Reporting

• Played a key role in the company's growth and transformation, implementing financial controls and processes to support the business

Manager, Deloitte & Touche (2004-07-01 to 2010-07-01)

• Gained valuable experience in public accounting, serving clients across various industries

• Specialized in auditing, financial reporting, and compliance

Academic Background

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting, University of California, Irvine

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Corporate finance and capital structure

• Mergers, acquisitions, and integration

• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation

• Financial reporting and compliance

• Strategic decision-making and business partnering

Professional Impact

• Instrumental in Tungsten Automation's successful acquisition strategy, leading due diligence and integration efforts

• Spearheaded the implementation of a new ERP system at Kofax, streamlining financial processes and improving data analytics

• Played a pivotal role in Kofax's successful IPO, ensuring a smooth transition and strong investor relations

Conclusion

With his extensive experience in corporate finance, proven leadership skills, and strategic mindset, Cort Townsend is poised to continue driving financial excellence and supporting the growth and transformation of Tungsten Automation and Kofax. His expertise in financial planning, reporting, and operations, combined with his ability to collaborate cross-functionally, make him a valuable asset to any organization.