Michael J Fortunato, Cpa
About Michael J Fortunato, Cpa
Michael J. Fortunato is a CPA and currently serves as the Controller and VP of Finance at Antithesis, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in financial management, having worked in various leadership roles across multiple companies, including INKY Technology and ThreatConnect.
Work at Antithesis
Michael J Fortunato serves as the Controller and VP of Finance at Antithesis since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial operations and ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting. His position involves strategic financial planning and management, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his current role, Fortunato held several significant positions in finance. He worked as the Interim Chief Financial Officer at INKY Technology from 2021 to 2022. He also served as Controller at ThreatConnect, Inc. for one year and was Vice President and Controller at WireWheel.io for ten months. His extensive experience includes managing financial operations and reporting for various organizations.
Educational Background
Michael J Fortunato studied at Loyola University Maryland, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Accounting from 1981 to 1985. He also completed his high school education at Gonzaga College High School, graduating with a diploma in 1981.
Professional Achievements
Fortunato has a history of establishing financial foundations for startups, serving as the first Controller for companies such as Global Environment Fund, netDecide, EEA North, Cube Hydro, ThreatConnect, and WireWheel. He has implemented automated processes to enhance operational efficiency and initiated improvements that reduced closing times and employee workload.
Career Development and Skills
Throughout his career, Fortunato has developed skills in financial analysis, consolidation of financial statements, and post-acquisition integration management. He has worked as an Audit Manager at KPMG Peat Marwick, where he handled clients including Johns Hopkins University and Citibank, further solidifying his expertise in financial management.