VP-Level Accounting Leader

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Proven, Results Driven Leader | 15+ Years Financial Leadership

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We are representing a proven, results driven leader who’s been transforming and impacting teams.

She is a high-impact CPA and C-suite level accounting professional who transforms financial operations and drives strategic growth through expert leadership, technical proficiency, and a proven track record of optimizing processes and building high-performing teams. With multiple advanced degrees and certifications (MSCM, MBA, CPA, CFE), she brings a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on expertise to deliver measurable results in complex, dynamic environments.

Here is a summary of her highlights.

Achievements & Impact

15+ years of financial leadership in public and private equity-owned companies. Recognized for team leadership and development, driving performance improvements across finance teams

Certified CPA and CFE, specializing in GAAP compliance and SOX regulations

Proven track record in streamlining accounting processes, reducing month-end close by up to 20%

ERP champion, leading system implementations that enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency

Expertise in mergers & acquisitions, managing financial due diligence and integration efforts

Successfully led financial audits with zero findings and reduced audit time by 15-20%

Delivered multi-million-dollar cost savings through process optimization and resource allocation. Example - Achieved $3 million in annual cost savings through strategic capital projects

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Trusted By

Eleazar A. Malave | Chief Financial Officer | Sonoco

"Shana assisted me in a few searches for key roles within my previous Teams. She is an outstanding Recruiting Professional, she not only understands the skills set and the professional qualifications for the roles but also the intangibles needed to succeed. Shana is a great business partner and also possesses a wonderful personality. I highly recommend Shana to any Leaders focusing on building high performance Teams."

Jerry Leonard | Chief Financial Officer | iDoc Telehealth Solutions

"I wholeheartedly recommend Shana for her exceptional recruiting services. Throughout our collaboration, Shana consistently demonstrated impressive responsiveness and professionalism. Her ability to understand and cater to our unique financial resource needs in the accounting sector was remarkable."

"What truly sets Shana apart is her vast network and personable approach. She has a keen eye for matching the right talent with the right role, which was evident in the quality of candidates she presented to our team. Her follow-up process was thorough and efficient, ensuring a smooth and successful recruitment process."

"Shana's deep accounting knowledge and dedication to understanding our company's culture and requirements made her an invaluable asset to our hiring process. Her efforts have significantly contributed to the strength and expertise of our team."

"I highly recommend Shana to any organization seeking a dedicated, knowledgeable, and highly effective recruitment professional."

John Ngigi | Director | Barbour Orthopaedics & Spine

"I had the pleasure of working with Shana during my search for a new position as Director of Finance and Accounting. From the outset, Shana impressed me with her professionalism and deep understanding of the finance and accounting sector. Her extensive network in Atlanta and profound market knowledge were invaluable in finding the right opportunity for me."

"What truly sets Shana apart is her exceptional follow-up skills and engaging personality. She consistently kept me informed throughout the process, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience. Her ability to connect on a personal level, combined with her professional expertise, made the entire process not just successful, but also enjoyable."

"I highly recommend Shana to anyone looking for their next career opportunity in finance and accounting. Her dedication, market insight, and personable approach make her a standout in the recruitment field."

Dianne Adams | Strategic Human Resources Business Partner | Cox Media Group

"What a great partner to have! As a leader and manager of the talent acquisition team assigned to support our recruiting efforts, Shana has been the driving force in the team's success as they partner with our hiring managers to identify talent and fill positions. She possesses traits that I admire -- she's competent, confident and compassionate. Partnering with her even during times when recruiting for key positions is difficult has been a joy! "

Lori Gurule-Rat | HR Manager | Baptist Health Care

"Shana Marr is a true expert bringing thoughtful and creative insight to Talent Acquisition challenges faced by her clients, functional area or project she is working on. Shana thrives to be innovative. More than that, she is a true partner to the business leaders and Talent Acquisition team who depend on her. She has strategic vision, is a great collaborator, and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Shana as an outstanding Talent expert and professional. She is an amazing asset to have on any team."

Jim Barnhill | Managing Consultant | Korn Ferry

"I recruited Shana to work for us in 2009 and she was delightful to have on our team. Her niche knowledge in accounting and finance ran deep, and she was always a positive influence in our office. Shana understood that delicate balance of providing great customer service to our clients while knowing when she would have to manage up as well. She is a very accomplished recuiter who has built great relationships throughout the Atlanta business community. She has been quite successful at filling difficult positions with talented people throughout the course of her career. Shana can add a lot of value either as an external search consultant or internal corporate resource."