Controller
Katherine Hawley
Katherine Hawley is a strategic finance and operations leader with extensive experience guiding accounting, finance, human resources, and procurement functions for technology and managed service organizations. As a Controller at Next Level Now, Katherine partners with CFOs and business owners to strengthen financial operations, improve reporting accuracy, and implement scalable processes that support sustainable business growth. Her background includes leadership roles as both Controller and Chief Financial Officer, where she successfully led ERP transformations, financial system implementations, operational improvements, and post-acquisition integrations. Katherine is known for translating complex financial information into practical business insights that empower executive teams to make confident, data-driven decisions.
Areas of Expertise
Katherine specializes in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting and forecasting, full-cycle accounting, cash flow optimization, and operational finance. Her expertise includes multi-entity financial management, month-end close optimization, financial reporting, internal controls, payroll administration, procurement, vendor management, pricing strategy, and contract governance. She has extensive experience leading ERP implementations, redesigning charts of accounts, improving financial governance, and developing scalable business systems that increase efficiency, strengthen compliance, and support long-term organizational growth.
Leadership Approach
Katherine believes finance should be a strategic partner that enables operational excellence throughout an organization. She leads with a collaborative, process-driven approach, working closely with executive leadership to improve visibility, accountability, and organizational performance. Known for building scalable financial infrastructures and mentoring cross-functional teams, Katherine emphasizes continuous improvement, disciplined execution, and transparent communication. Her ability to align financial strategy with operational priorities allows organizations to improve profitability, strengthen internal controls, and confidently navigate growth and change.
Education & Certifications
Edison Community College
Business Studies
Certifications
Excel Skills for Business: Essentials
Certifications
Projects Management, Tracking, and Invoicing Using Harvest
Certifications
Intuit QuickBooks Online Certified User
Certifications
EOS Bootcamp Course
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