Susan Keshen, C.E.P.A.
About Susan Keshen, C.E.P.A.
Susan Keshen serves as the Chief Financial Officer at FocusCFO®, bringing extensive experience in financial management and analysis from previous roles at companies such as The Shyft Group and DRiV Incorporated.
Current Role at FocusCFO
Susan Keshen serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at FocusCFO®, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she operates within the Toledo, Ohio Metropolitan Area and Monroe County, Michigan. Her responsibilities include overseeing financial strategies, ensuring fiscal compliance, and managing financial operations to support the company's objectives.
Previous Experience in Financial Management
Prior to her current role, Susan Keshen worked at The Shyft Group as the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager from 2020 to 2023. She also held various positions at DRiV Incorporated, including Senior Business Analyst from 2012 to 2019 and OEM Business Administration Manager for Ride Performance from 2019 to 2020. Her career also includes roles at Tenneco Automotive, Sensicast Systems, Inc., and Teradyne, where she gained extensive experience in financial analysis and management.
Educational Background
Susan Keshen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Economics from Bentley University. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Business and Marketing from Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, completing her studies from 1997 to 1999.
Expertise in Financial Analysis and Problem Solving
Susan has demonstrated expertise in facilitating cross-functional collaboration to address complex financial challenges, particularly within OEM business operations. She successfully resolved critical customer issues by leveraging EDI data and Excel skills to create visual representations, leading to improved margins. Her approach combines technical expertise with effective communication to achieve mutually beneficial solutions.
Career Development and Skills
Throughout her career, Susan has implemented monitoring tools for analysts to ensure compliance and efficiency in EDI processes. This initiative resulted in sustained improvements in freight costs and margins. Her experience spans over two decades in various financial roles, showcasing her ability to adapt and excel in different business environments.