About Quiz The CFO

Strategic Finance Leadership
That Drives Real Results

30+ years transforming financial operations across Fortune 10 companies, high-growth startups, and private equity-backed enterprises.

 
    Rodney E. Haynes
 
 

Rodney E. Haynes

Founder & Managing Director

Education

  • MBA, Finance | University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
  • MS, Industrial & Operations Engineering | University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
  • BS, Industrial Engineering & Management Science | Northwestern University

Strategic finance executive with a proven track record managing P&Ls from startups to $3B+, building finance functions from scratch, and delivering measurable results across automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, and hospitality sectors. Often dubbed a "CFO whisperer," Rodney's work helps clients improve their financial health through strategic planning, operational excellence, and practical financial solutions.

 
 

Core Expertise

Financial Leadership

  • Interim & Fractional CFO
  • Strategic Planning
  • Board Reporting & Governance
  • Budget Development

FP&A & Modeling

  • Forecast Modeling
  • Variance Analysis
  • KPI Development
  • Cost Reduction

Operations Finance

  • Cash Flow Management
  • Working Capital Optimization
  • Operational Efficiency

Transactions & Growth

  • M&A Due Diligence
  • Post-Merger Integration
  • Debt Restructuring
  • Startup Launches

Career Highlights

2023 - Present

Founder & Managing Director

Quiz The CFO Consulting LLC

Building strategic finance consulting practice providing interim CFO leadership, project-based support, and strategic advisory services to mid-market companies.

2022 - 2023

Chief Financial Officer

VinFast U.S. | International Electric Vehicle Manufacturer

Built-up and operationalized all Finance and Accounting related activities and strategy for major automotive manufacturer.

2019 - 2022

Chief Financial Officer

Detroit Chassis LLC | Tier 1 Automotive Supplier

Headed all Finance, Accounting, Purchasing, and IT activities and strategy. Drove operational efficiency and cost optimization initiatives.

2010 - 2013

Chief Financial Officer

AutoAlliance International, Inc. | Ford & Mazda Joint Venture

Oversaw all Finance, Accounting, Treasury, Planning, Strategy, and Purchasing activities for major automotive joint venture.

2004 - 2019

Executive Finance Leadership

Ford Motor Company

Multiple senior positions spanning Manufacturing, Treasury, Product Development, Marketing and Sales organizations. Built expertise across diverse business units.

2008 - 2014

Owner & Operator

Autumn Ravines Assisted & Supervised Living

Owned and operated licensed 6-bed State of Michigan adult foster care facility. Managed all operations and financial performance.

2015 - 2022

Owner & Operator

High Life Leasing

Founded and managed provider of furnished luxury corporate apartments in Downtown Detroit. Grew business while maintaining premium client experience.

Let's Discuss Your Financial Challenges

Whether you need interim CFO leadership, project-based support, or strategic advisory, I bring proven expertise and practical solutions to complex financial challenges.

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Get In Touch

rodney@qtcfo.com