Shane Kraft
Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Shane Kraft is an experienced finance and operations professional with a strong track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering measurable results. As the Director - Operations Finance Lead at LabConnect, he leverages his deep expertise in financial analysis, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to help the organization achieve its operational and financial goals.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director - Operations Finance Lead at LabConnect, Shane is responsible for overseeing the company's operations finance function. In this role, he leads a team of finance professionals, ensuring the effective management of budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting. Shane has been instrumental in streamlining financial processes, improving data integrity, and enhancing the overall financial visibility across the organization.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Shane held several leadership positions at PPD, a prominent pharmaceutical research organization. As the Associate Director of Finance, he played a pivotal role in driving financial transformation initiatives, leading to increased efficiency and cost savings. Before that, he served as the Senior Manager Finance Operations, where he supervised the execution of critical finance operations and implemented strategic financial controls.
Shane's earlier career experience includes roles as a Finance Operations Manager, Associate Manager Ops Finance, and various financial analyst positions at PPD, as well as a stint in corporate finance at Premier Energy Services.
Academic Background
Shane holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, where he graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Operations finance management
- Process optimization and automation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic financial planning and budgeting
- Data-driven decision-making
Professional Impact
During his tenure at PPD, Shane spearheaded the implementation of a new financial reporting system, which enhanced data visibility and enabled more informed decision-making. He also led the development of a robust financial forecasting model that improved the accuracy of the organization's financial projections, resulting in better resource allocation and risk management.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in finance and operations, coupled with his strong leadership and problem-solving skills, Shane is poised to continue making a significant impact in his role at LabConnect. He is committed to driving operational excellence and supporting the organization's strategic objectives through innovative financial solutions and data-driven insights.
