Madison, Wisconsin, United States
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: CPA with broad controller experience in organizations of various sizes; budgeting and planning experience, and SAP project management. Managed finance, HR, Legal, sales administration, facilities and IT. Consistently recognized by management for superior performance, management skills, and problem-solving ability. Specialties: Financial management Budgeting and Strategic Planning Process Improvement, Project management SAP Implementations Team Leadership
Managed the finance and administrative departments of a software development company. Directed the activity of accounting, HR, legal, sales administration, production teams and IT. *Managed the monthly close process form 25 days to 4 days, reduced staff from 6 to 4. *Improved accounting procedures, internal controls, reconciled accounts, corrected payroll. *Produced accurate financials and clean audits *
Manage all aspects of the start-up of a laser printer parts business. Directed the activity of over 40 company personnel in areas of finance, IT, sales, warehouse, refurbishment, purchasing and HR. Established processes for all functions and directed installation of ERP software to manage business. Started with Peachtree migrated to MAS 90 Worked with team to set-up warehouse and refurbishment process Directed organization of parts inventory and costing process for refurbished parts. Hired personnel and performed all HR functions including payroll and benefits. Managed accounting, developed financial statements, management reporting and forecasting. Created atmosphere of teamwork and high productivity necessary for a viable business.
Managed the financial reporting, annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes. Directed the activity of 10 accounting/ financial professionals through 3 direct reports. Achieved enhanced reporting and shortened close time through better system utilization. Assisted in the implementation of Mattel's worldwide Oracle system at American Girl. Instrumental in transitioning our transaction accounting to a shared service environment. Completed implementation of the 404 requirements for Sarbanes-Oxley. Director of Planning, 2000-2003 Managed the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes. Directed the activity of 3 accounting/financial professionals. Incorporated manager-level input and responsibility for budget performance. Improved capital budgeting through project prioritization and accountability for results. Recognized for gaining enthusiastic cooperation with people in all levels of management.