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Richard Pacheco

Richard Pacheco, CPA


Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Chief Operating Officer (COO)


Providence, Rhode Island, United States



Professional Overview



Richard Pacheco is an accomplished finance and operations executive with over 25 years of experience in the professional services and healthcare industries. As the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP, he oversees all financial, accounting, and operational functions, driving strategic initiatives that optimize organizational performance and profitability.

Experience Summary



Current Role


As the CFO/COO at Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP, a leading law firm in Rhode Island, Richard is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership and overseeing the firm's day-to-day operations. He has implemented process improvements and data-driven decision-making strategies that have enhanced the firm's financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management capabilities. Under his guidance, the firm has achieved consistent revenue growth and improved operational efficiency, solidifying its position as a top-tier professional services provider in the region.

Career Progression


Prior to his current role, Richard served as the CFO at Rhode Island Medical Imaging, where he streamlined financial processes, improved cash flow management, and spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Before that, he held senior finance roles at A.T. Cross Company and AAA Northeast, where he led cross-functional teams in driving organizational transformation and optimizing financial performance. Earlier in his career, Richard was a Senior Manager of Audit and Advisory Services at Citrin Cooperman, where he provided strategic financial guidance to a diverse client portfolio.

Academic Background


Richard holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Rhode Island and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). He is actively involved in professional organizations, such as the American Institute of CPAs and the Rhode Island Society of CPAs, and regularly speaks at industry events on topics related to financial management and operational excellence.

Areas of Expertise


  • Financial planning and analysis

  • Budgeting and cost management

  • Accounting and financial reporting

  • Enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation

  • Process optimization and operational efficiency

  • Strategic decision-making and business transformation

  • Compliance and risk management


Professional Impact


Under Richard's leadership, Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP has achieved significant financial and operational milestones, including:
  • Implemented a new ERP system that has improved data integrity and streamlined financial reporting, leading to a 20% reduction in administrative overhead.

  • Developed a strategic financial plan that has enabled the firm to maintain a strong balance sheet and weather economic uncertainties, resulting in a 15% increase in profitability over the past three years.

  • Spearheaded the optimization of the firm's billing and collections processes, reducing the average days sales outstanding by 30 days and enhancing cash flow.


Conclusion


With his extensive finance and operations expertise, coupled with a proven track record of driving organizational transformation, Richard Pacheco is a strategic and visionary leader. In his current role as the CFO/COO of Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP, he continues to shape the firm's financial and operational strategies, positioning it for long-term success and sustained growth in the professional services industry.