Jerald Benjamin
Experienced Financial Leader and Consultant
Professional Overview
Jerald Benjamin is an accomplished financial executive and consultant with over 35 years of experience in the accounting, finance, and business solutions domains. He currently serves as a Consultant for CFO Services, Accounting & Business Solutions at Rehmann, where he leverages his extensive expertise to provide strategic guidance and operational support to clients.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As a Consultant at Rehmann, Jerald assists clients in optimizing their financial and operational performance. He draws on his deep understanding of financial best practices, process improvements, and technology solutions to help organizations achieve their objectives. Jerald's collaborative approach and problem-solving skills enable him to deliver customized solutions that drive sustainable growth and profitability.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Jerald held several senior finance and leadership positions, including Vice President of Finance at Carlisle Brake & Friction, Chief Financial Officer at Trinity Health Senior Communities, and Chief Financial Officer & Chief Administrative Officer at Samaritas: The Next Chapter of Lutheran Social Services of Michigan. In these roles, he demonstrated his ability to enhance financial reporting, streamline operations, and implement strategic initiatives that resulted in improved organizational performance and profitability.
Earlier in his career, Jerald gained valuable experience as an Interim Vice President of Finance, Bearings Division at Kaydon Corporation, Director of Internal Audit at Kaydon Corporation, and Group Controller at both Kaydon Corporation and MascoTech Corporation. He also spent several years as a Controller in various divisions at Graco and as an Audit Manager at Ernst & Young.
Academic Background
Jerald holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Michigan.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial management and reporting
- Accounting and internal control processes
- Operational optimization and process improvements
- Strategic planning and business transformation
- Technology integration and system implementations
- Leadership and team development
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Jerald has successfully led numerous initiatives that have driven measurable improvements in financial performance, operational efficiency, and overall organizational effectiveness. His ability to leverage data-driven insights and collaborative problem-solving skills have enabled him to make meaningful contributions to the companies he has served.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strong financial acumen, and proven track record of success, Jerald Benjamin is a valuable asset to his clients at Rehmann. He is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help organizations enhance their financial position, improve operational efficiency, and achieve their strategic goals.
