Overview
As the firm’s Chief Financial Officer, Matthew leads Michael Best’s Accounting and Finance function, supporting the success of the firm’s clients, partners, employees, and other stakeholders. Matthew leverages his extensive financial management experience to advance the firm’s strategic priorities and optimize operational efficiencies while providing sound financial stewardship.
Matthew brings 15 years of experience as a financial executive to his role. Prior to joining Michael Best, Matthew held leadership roles with top investment banking and professional services firms, including his most recent position as Senior Director of Financial Operations for the Healthcare business of Huron Consulting Group. He previously served as Midwest Finance Director for Willis Towers Watson. In these roles, Matthew consistently spearheaded finance and accounting operations while successfully implementing multiple large initiatives to drive strategic vision.
Experience
Solutions in action
Matthew’s deep financial leadership background includes the following accomplishments:
- Led the acquisition of three businesses totaling $250M in combined annual revenue and their subsequent integration with company operations.
- Led strategic initiatives/vision for the Healthcare business which is comprised of over 800 personnel and $300M of annual net revenue.
- Served as finance lead for two global ERP implementations across 50 offices, where he designed and executed a new operating model with business leadership.
- Led the finance and accounting function for a $600M business division across eight offices and 30 personnel.
Credentials
- The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), 2008
- Illinois State University, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication, 1999, cum laude
