Michael T. Burns

Michael T. Burns, CPA has a strong background in finance and accounting, with experience in various roles throughout their career. Michael T. began their career as a Financial Auditor at The Stanley Black and Decker Corporation in 1984. Michael T. then worked as a Financial Auditor at Alexander & Alexander Services, Inc. in 1987, followed by a position as a Senior Internal Auditor at American Trading and Production Corporation from 1988 to 1991.

From 1991 to 1997, they served as a Corporate Payroll Manager at American Trading and Production Corporation, where they managed payroll for over 4,500 employees and administered benefit programs. Michael T. then took on the role of Project Manager/Investment Analyst and Corporate Payroll Manager at American Trading and Production Corporation from 1997 to 1999.

In 1999, Burns joined Lord Baltimore Capital Corporation as a Corporate Controller, where they directed and managed corporate accounting, information systems, risk management, and payroll/benefits functions. Michael T. later became the Vice President & Corporate Controller at the company, overseeing complex accounting treatments and designing integrated financial accounting and reporting systems.

From 2011 to 2012, Burns worked as a Principal at Integrity CFO & Controller Services, providing interim Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Controller services to private companies and organizations.

Finally, since 2012, Burns has been the Chief Financial Officer at Helping Up Mission, Inc., where they are responsible for directing and managing all financial activities of the non-profit organization, including accounting, treasury management, risk management, and payroll/benefits functions. Michael T. successfully implemented an organization-wide Enterprise Risk Management process.

Michael T. Burns, CPA holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Accounting from Loyola University Maryland, which they obtained in 1984. Michael T. also pursued a Master of Divinity degree in Theology from Holy Trinity Theological College and Seminary. In addition to their formal education, Michael has obtained certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor from the Institute of Internal Auditors, Certified Payroll Professional from the American Payroll Association, and Certified Public Accountant from the Department of Labor and Licensing Regulation. There is no specific information available regarding the duration or completion date of their theological studies or the obtained months and years for their certifications. Michael also attended Loyola Blakefield, although there is no mention of a degree or field of study associated with this educational institution.