MATT KOHNKE

Experience

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  Arthur Andersen

  Jan 1993 - Jan 2002

  Audit Manager
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  Dorman Products

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2016

  Developed long-term strategic plan and objectives as member of senior leadership team to achieve significant revenue and profit growth rates. Prepared and presented annual three-year plans as part of strategic planning process to leadership team and board of directors. Participated in acquisition reviews, leading financial due diligence and deal structuring efforts while ensuring business strategy of target aligned with company’s core goals. Led and managed team of 40 accounting and finance contributors worldwide, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, financial and general accounting, SEC reporting, business metrics reporting, taxation, and treasury. Managed development of strategic initiative to expand penetration into new markets, including development of business plan presented to executive management team. Supervised international finance teams at wholly owned subsidiaries.

  • Chief Financial Officer

    Jan 2011 - Jan 2016

  • Corporate Controller

    Jan 2002 - Jan 2011
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  FreightCar America, Inc.

  Jan 2016 - Jan 2019

  Chief Financial Officer

  Formed strong partnerships throughout organization at various levels to ensure finance acted as primary business partner. Interacted with manufacturing, sales, and human resources to ensure staff focused on corporate goals and creating lasting value. Supervised and led acquisition of key supplier, including project management, due diligence, and deal negotiation.

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  Newberry Tanks And Equipment, LLC

  Jul 2020 - now

  President and Chief Operating Officer