Benoit returns to Ruppert

The former employee has been named company controller.

LAYTONSVILLE, Md. – Ruppert Landscape announced the return of Bridgette Benoit as the company’s controller. In this role, she will play a key role in the development, operation and control of accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and financial reporting.

Benoit, a resident of Frederick, Md., was a former employee of Ruppert’s working as an assistant controller prior to the sale of the company in 1998. Since that time, she worked in various capacities including JD Edwards Conversion Team Leader, Information Systems Manager, Regional Controller and Controller. Benoit holds a B.S. in Accounting from the University of Maryland.

“Bridgette brings over 18 years of valuable experience that includes both accounting acumen, a strong range of systems experience and good landscape industry knowledge,” said Ken Hochkeppel, CFO. “This, combined with her understanding of the Ruppert culture, people and systems makes her extremely well-qualified to manage the accounting effort.”