Robert Scherer

Currently Retired

Ashland, Massachusetts, United States

About

Committed, mission-driven non-profit and government financial manager with 20+ years of demonstrated success in financial planning and analysis, procurement, budgeting and regulatory compliance. Specialties: budget management, financial reporting, human services, procurement policy, board relations, audit preparation, internal control, regulatory compliance, performance systems, non-profit accounting, grants management. Certified Government Financial Manager - Inactive contact: [email protected]

Experience

  • Chief Financial Officer at Worcester Community Action Council, Inc.
    Jul 2016 - Feb 2025 · 8 yrs 8 mos

    Managed financial operations at Worcester's community action agency. Major programs include Head Start, Fuel Assistance, Weatherization, Energy Conservation, Youth Employment and Training and Family Development.

  • Director of Finance at South Middlesex Opportunity Council
    Mar 2013 - Jul 2016 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    Responsible for Accounting Operations with focus on grants and contracts management and compliance for large and diverse housing, social service and childcare agency.

  • Director Of Audit and Quality Assurance at The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Operational Services Division
    Jun 2012 - Feb 2013 · 9 mos

    Directed office responsible for state financial regulations and contract compliance for human services. Major responsibilities included oversight of Uniform Financial Report (UFR) database, vendor field audits, financial reporting and procurement quality assurance.

  • Director of Procurement at Dept of Children and Families
    Sep 2005 - May 2012 · 6 yrs 9 mos

    Managed and directed all Department policies and procedures for purchasing, vendor management, service encumbrances, contract compliance, and provider financial compliance. Also responsible for Department Internal Control and annual single state audit. Coordinated department implementation of Chapter 257 comprehensive pricing and rate revision project. Streamlined recontracting process, reducing administrative burden.

  • Director of Administration and Finance at Delta Projects, Inc.
    1999 - 2005 · 6 yrs

    Responsible for administrative and financial functions of non-profit human service agency. Major responsibilities included financial analysis and control, budget and contract administration, human resources and housing. Focus areas included cost-saving measures, development of policies and procedures, and special initiatives. Awarded 2 HUD grants to develop housing for individuals with disabilities.