Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Kerry Caffarelli is an experienced finance executive serving as the Assistant Chief Financial Officer at Ed Morse Automotive Group. With over 25 years of industry experience, she has developed expertise in tax and risk management, financial reporting and analysis, and corporate controllership across the automotive and retail industries.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Assistant CFO at Ed Morse Automotive Group, Kerry is responsible for supporting the Chief Financial Officer in overseeing the company's finance and accounting functions. In this role, she manages the organization's tax planning and compliance, spearheads risk management initiatives, and provides strategic financial insights to drive business growth and profitability. Kerry has played a key role in enhancing the company's financial processes and controls, contributing to its strong financial performance.
Career Progression
Prior to her current position, Kerry served as the Director of Tax & Risk Management at Ed Morse Automotive Group, where she implemented robust tax strategies and risk mitigation measures that yielded significant cost savings. She also held the role of Assistant Corporate Controller, leading the company's financial reporting and analysis functions.
Earlier in her career, Kerry gained valuable experience as the Director of Financial Reporting & Analysis and Assistant Controller at Rexall Sundown/Rexall Showcase, a leading health and wellness retailer. She started her professional journey as an Auditing Senior at Coopers & Lybrand, where she honed her analytical and problem-solving skills.
Academic Background
Kerry holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Florida, where she graduated cum laude. She is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has maintained her professional certification throughout her career.
Areas of Expertise
- Tax planning and compliance
- Risk management and mitigation
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Corporate controllership
- Automotive industry knowledge
- Retail industry experience
- Strategic financial decision-making
- Process optimization and control enhancement
Professional Impact
During her tenure at Ed Morse Automotive Group, Kerry has played a pivotal role in driving financial excellence and operational efficiency. She spearheaded the implementation of a robust tax planning strategy that resulted in over $2 million in annual tax savings. Additionally, Kerry's proactive risk management initiatives have helped the company navigate complex regulatory environments and mitigate potential threats, contributing to its consistent financial performance.
Conclusion
With her extensive finance expertise, industry knowledge, and proven track record of success, Kerry Caffarelli is a valuable asset to the Ed Morse Automotive Group. As she continues to excel in her role as Assistant CFO, she is poised to further contribute to the organization's financial stability and growth.
