As a Project Director at Cogent Analytics, Donald DeHaven brings over two decades of experience in financial management and operational efficiency to deliver quantifiable and sustainable value for clients. His expertise includes financial strategy development, cost reduction, compliance, risk management, and process improvement across various industries.
Donald has successfully implemented innovative financial strategies and operational efficiencies, enhancing financial strength through new cash forecasting tools and leading impactful technical refresh projects. He has optimized payroll systems, improved management systems, and consistently driven operational efficiency.
His experience involves overseeing full cycle accounting operations, cultivating vendor relationships, developing comprehensive budgeting processes, and creating detailed financial models. Donald has managed monthly accounting cycles, strategic financial planning, and multi-site operations, achieving substantial cost savings and financial stability.
He holds a Master of Accountancy from Kennesaw State College and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Georgia State University, with an active CPA license in Georgia. His technical proficiencies include Salesforce, SAP, Sage, JD Edwards, and Microsoft Office, among various financial software platforms.
Donald’s commitment to delivering value, managing client relationships, and driving project success is at the core of his role at Cogent Analytics, where he designs and implements customized solutions that improve client productivity, increase revenues, and enhance overall performance.