Michael Cline, Cfa
About Michael Cline, Cfa
Michael Cline, CFA, serves as the Vice President of Corporate Audit Services at Kansas City Southern, a position he has held since 2020. With a robust background in finance and audit, he has over 20 years of experience in various leadership roles within the industry.
Work at Kansas City Southern
Michael Cline serves as Vice President of Corporate Audit Services at Kansas City Southern, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees corporate audit functions and ensures compliance with internal controls and regulations. Prior to this, he was Vice President of Finance and Treasurer at the same company from 2011 to 2020, where he managed financial operations and strategic financial planning. His tenure at Kansas City Southern spans over a decade, contributing significantly to the company's financial governance.
Education and Expertise
Michael Cline earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Illinois State University, where he studied from 1985 to 1988. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Bradley University, which he completed from 1979 to 1983. His educational background supports his expertise in cash management, financial analysis, and strategic planning. Cline is skilled in agile risk management and has a strong foundation in investor relations and compliance.
Background
Before joining Kansas City Southern, Michael Cline worked at Great Plains Energy as Vice President of Investor Relations and Treasurer from 2001 to 2011. His experience in this role included managing investor communications and overseeing treasury functions. Cline's career spans multiple leadership positions in finance, showcasing his proficiency in financial planning and capital allocation strategies.
Achievements
Michael Cline has been involved in various significant initiatives throughout his career, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities and leading ERP implementation projects. His work has focused on transformative strategies that enhance organizational performance and optimize global profitability. Cline's contributions to financial governance and internal audit processes have been pivotal in ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.