Tom Borgia - Controller/Risk Manager
Leader. Energetic. Detailed. Prepared. Approachable.
Tom is responsible for managing all financial operations for the company, including preparation of financial statements, forecasting, and annual budgeting. He provides direction and leadership for the accounting department and operations staff, while focusing on risk management initiatives and finding ways to better serve our clients.
He is the most recent addition to our management team, but he’s already fitting in well and becoming a key member of our company. He jumped in and has proven to have a talent for learning quickly and leading by example. He’s always prepared and willing to share information, and he has a tremendous open-door attitude for suggestions and opinions.
Tom is already highly respected for the insight he’s brought from his past experiences and his ability to help us apply them to our situation. “Having come from a large corporate culture, with exposure to several major projects, has allowed me to build and develop on my experiences and translate those big company principals to this smaller company atmosphere and help our group continue to improve.”
“Tom jumped in quickly. He isn’t afraid to tackle issues and learn new things. And he has already proven to be a valuable leader.”
– Russ Suddeth, Sr. V.P.
Tom’s addition to our team was an easy decision when you understand his background and experience, including:
- Holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Johnson and Wales University.
- Over ten years of financial management experience in the construction management industry.
- Served as an assistant controller for Gilbane Building Company in Atlanta, GA for a region with annual revenues of over $300 million. As part of the management team his responsibilities included development of monthly/quarterly financial statements, financial forecasts, and budgets, as well as oversight of all general accounting functions, including AR/AP, account reconciliation, and cash management.
- Been a member of the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) for several years and is actively involved in the Orlando chapter. He gains valuable experience from his membership.
- Experiences also include financial management of key projects for clients throughout the country in the education, healthcare and public and private sectors ranging from $5 million to over $100 million in revenues.
“He’s organized. His follow-up is excellent. He’s detailed. And he wants to do what’s right. That’s a great combination in his position.” – Donna Defoe, Accounting Department
“It has been refreshing to jump in to a company that values relationships with their clients and their employees. The important fact is that the management of the companyis focused on both short term and long term stability. There is a true sense of family at JRCC.”
Tom and his wife Sarah are members at the Church of the Annunciation in Altamonte Springs, where they are both active members in the community. The family resides in Lake Mary. His hobbies include spending time with their young son Nolan as well as many outdoor activities including golf, skiing, baseball and running.