Matt Dunn, Chief Financial Officer
Professional Overview
Matt Dunn is an accomplished Chief Financial Officer with over 20 years of diverse financial leadership experience in the consumer goods and manufacturing industries. He has a proven track record of driving operational excellence, strategic business planning, and financial optimization to support organizational growth and profitability.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer at Simpson Strong-Tie, Matt is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, treasury management, tax compliance, and risk management. He plays a key role in developing and executing the company's strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment between financial objectives and business goals.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Matt held several senior finance leadership positions at Helen of Troy, where he served as the Division CFO for the company's Global Beauty and North American divisions. In these roles, he led the financial planning, analysis, and reporting for multi-billion dollar business units, driving operational improvements and cost optimizations that contributed to significant revenue and profitability growth.
Earlier in his career, Matt held finance roles at Procter & Gamble and Kimberly-Clark, where he gained extensive experience in financial planning, product supply management, and strategic business partnering.
Academic Background
Matt holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Treasury management and cash flow optimization
- M&A integration and synergy realization
- Cost reduction and operational efficiency
- Business partnering and strategic decision-making
- Financial reporting and compliance
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Helen of Troy, Matt played a pivotal role in the successful integration of several strategic acquisitions, driving synergies and delivering enhanced financial performance. He has also been instrumental in implementing robust financial controls, streamlining reporting processes, and enhancing data-driven decision-making capabilities within the organizations he has served.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strong financial acumen, and proven leadership abilities, Matt Dunn is poised to continue making a significant impact as the Chief Financial Officer at Simpson Strong-Tie. He is dedicated to leveraging his expertise to support the company's growth, improve operational efficiency, and create long-term shareholder value.
