Joseph Zakosek, CPA

Interim Chief Financial Officer, Chamberlain Group

Professional Overview
Joseph Zakosek is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and manufacturing industries. As the Interim Chief Financial Officer at Chamberlain Group, he leverages his extensive expertise in financial planning, reporting, and strategic decision-making to drive operational excellence and support the company's growth initiatives.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Interim Chief Financial Officer at Chamberlain Group, Joseph is responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and investment planning. He collaborates closely with the executive team to align financial strategies with Chamberlain's business objectives and ensure financial sustainability. In his previous role as Vice President of Finance & Commercial Controller, Joseph played a key role in streamlining financial processes, improving reporting accuracy, and enhancing the company's overall financial performance.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Chamberlain Group, Joseph held various finance and accounting leadership positions at Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, where he gained expertise in financial planning and analysis, corporate accounting, and internal controls. He also has experience in risk management and consulting, having worked as a Senior Business Process Risk Consultant at Arthur Andersen.

Academic Background
Joseph holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has demonstrated a commitment to continuous learning and professional development throughout his career.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Financial reporting and controls

• Strategic decision-making

• Process optimization and automation

• Cross-functional collaboration

• Risk management and compliance

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Chamberlain Group, Joseph has played a pivotal role in streamlining the company's financial operations, improving reporting accuracy, and enhancing overall financial performance. He has also contributed to the successful integration of new acquisitions and the implementation of advanced financial technologies to drive operational efficiency.

Conclusion
With his strong financial acumen, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving positive change, Joseph Zakosek is well-positioned to continue guiding Chamberlain Group's financial operations and contribute to the company's long-term success as the Interim Chief Financial Officer.