Ernie Hawkins

Ernie Hawkins has extensive experience in finance and accounting. Ernie served as the Vice President of Finance and Chief Accounting Officer at RBC Bearings, where they oversaw corporate accounting, SEC reporting, and information technologies. Prior to that, they worked as the Corporate Controller at Sargent Aerospace & Defense LLC, responsible for accounting and compliance for multiple reporting units. Ernie also served as a Segment Controller at Dover Corporation, overseeing accounting and reporting for a $3.8 billion operating segment. Earlier in their career, they held the role of Controller at OPW Fueling Components and Divisional Controller at General Cable Corporation. Ernie began their career as a Staff Financial Auditor at Laventhol & Horwath. Ernie has a track record of partnering with management to improve financial management and drive business performance.

Ernie Hawkins completed their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Accounting from Ball State University - Miller College of Business between 1983 and 1987. In 2009 to 2010, they also participated in the International Negotiations & Management (INM) Executive Management Program. Ernie's additional certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) does not include specific information regarding the institution or the acquisition date.