Location : | Lake Vauer, CA, |
Specialization: | Acquisition Integration; US GAAP; SOX; Consolidation; Financial Modeling; Monetization; SAP R/3; SAP BW; Financial Reporting; Corporate Finance; Securitization; SEC reporting; Financial Planning; Financial Analysis; Internal Controls; Auditing; Finance; Analysis; Accounting; Cash Flow Forecasting |
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DePaul University Bachelor of Science Degree, Accounting and Finance, DePaul University |
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Biography
Wendell Younkins is a professional with over 23 years of experience in the accounting and financial industry. Wendell has worked as a public accountant, controller, financial officer, and director within different sectors in the industry. He graduated from DePaul University with a double major in accounting and finance in 1989. Wendell is currently the Vice President and Global Controller of TV Distribution at NBC Universal. He has been with NBC for over 18 years and started as a the VP and CFO in Japan. One of Wendell's career highlights was achieving the task of making the company public in 2009. Wendell currently advises consent on all deals, and is the keeper of all financial records in over 65 countries for NBC Universal. Wendell originally sought to obtain his Bachelor of Science Degree solely in Finance. But after taking one accounting course, he realized he had a passion for accounting as well, and decided to go for a double major. He is an active member of the National Association of Black Accountants, he volunteers with the West Valley YMCA, and enjoys traveling. Wendell is looking forward to expanding his network and furthering his growth within the industry.