Todd Backus, CPA, MBA
1(414).467.0512
Finance Executive with over 30 years of experience and accomplishment in construction, manufacturing, and public accounting. Strong business acumen and leadership skills used to drive continuous improvement throughout organizations.
Skills and Experience
Acquisitions / Business Integration
Due Diligence
Capital and Operating Budgeting
Cash Flow Management
Coaching and Leadership
Corporate Taxes
Cost/Manufacturing Accounting
Employee Benefits
Family Estate Planning
Information Technology
Lean and Process Improvement
Construction Percentage of Completion
Risk Management
Strategic and Business Planning
John R Nagy - Former Owner, Chairman and CEO of The Spancrete Group, Inc.
“As the owner of Spancrete, I have had the opportunity to work closely with Todd over the past 25+ years as the Controller and CFO of The Spancrete Group, Inc. Being a family-owned business, Todd was instrumental in managing Corporate financial matters, banking and financial relationships, family financial matters, including family trusts and other smaller family business financial matters. Todd worked closely with family banking relationships and estate attorneys on many different estate issues. Over the many years of working with Todd I was able to learn and expand my knowledge of accounting, taxes, and overall use of financial information from his extensive and wide range of accounting & financial leadership. Because of his in-depth work with family matters, Todd was & continues to have access to much confidential information. He is a financial professional with highest regard for integrity, being trustworthy, and honest. When we sold Spancrete late in 2020, I asked Todd to continue working with our family to provide financial advice & expertise post sale. Todd is handling the finances for the family office coordinating financial activities with other financial partners. Todd is a an extremely reliable financial professional who will benefit the value of any business and owner.”
Alan Antoniewicz - Retired President/COO - The Spancrete Group, Inc.
"I have had the distinct pleasure to work with Todd over the past 12 years while he was CFO of Spancrete. He is the consummate financial professional. As a senior executive, board member and company officer, Todd analyzed and managed the company’s finances, tracked cash flow, and proposed corrective actions when required. Todd always displayed a high level of financial integrity and was trustworthy and honest. He was analytical and able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization. He also maintained a positive relationship with our lending institutions, outside auditing firms as well as professional suppliers of company services. Being a family-owned business, Todd also handled various financial aspects for the company’s owner. He always kept up with changes in the financial and accounting world including his own personal education. Todd is clearly a solid professional who will add value and integrity to any business!"
John McGinnis - Board Member
"Todd is a business savvy CFO who actively participates in navigating the company, while managing the banking, financial, ERP, and risk functions."
Neil Riegelman - Managing Director - BMO Harris Bank
"I had the pleasure of working with Todd as Spancrete’s primary banking partner for over 12 years. Todd was highly regarded by the bank and a trusted partner. His attention to detail, communication, and planning skills helped lead the company through growth and challenging times alike. Todd brings a unique skillset that would be admired by any financial institution or company that he should work with him."
Michael Ito - SVP - Swiss Re Corporate Solutions Surety NA
"I have great respect for Todd's skills and attention to detail. We have had a professional relationship with him over the years, and I was impressed enough with Todd's knowledge and approach that I brought him in to speak with our surety underwriters as a way of helping to define best practices within our clients."