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Controllers
Controllers must possess solid communication, technology, analytical, and management skills. They should have knowledge of US accounting principles, including SEC regulations for public companies. A minimum of seven years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance are usually required. Advanced degrees like an MBA or professional accreditations such as CPA or CMA are preferred. Previous experience in public accounting is highly valued.
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Controllers
Experienced Construction Controller Active CPA with Big 4 Experience
38446
Experience with public and private companies. Improved cash position by 23%, strengthened GAAP compliance, and enhanced certified payroll to 98%. Streamlined reconciliation processes, managing filings and tax packages for seventeen companies.
Expertise
- Experience with public and privately held companies
- Improved Cash Position by implementing enhancements resulting in a 23% DSO improvement
- Implemented cash balance reporting and developed statistical cash forecasting models
- Initiated various accrual processes to strengthen GAAP compliance
- Led efforts to improve certified payroll compliance from 50% to 98%
- Implemented routine interim balance sheet and clearing account reconciliation processes, reducing clearing account balances by 70%
- Performed and reviewed governmental filings including business license, property tax and sales tax filings
- Completed tax packages for external accountants and oversee preparation of 1099s for seventeen companies
Industries Served
Construction, Big 4
Finance and Accounting Expert Controller
13099
Managed accounts and reporting systems, ensuring GAAP compliance. Led process improvement and automation in accounting, provided financial updates, conducted reconciliations, and managed cash positions.
Expertise
- Managed and monitored all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
- Led process improvement and automation initiatives in accounting and finance.
- Provided comprehensive financial updates to senior management, evaluating and analyzing data points.
- Conducted account reconciliations, balance sheet account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
- Prepared and distributed monthly financial statements and executive financial reporting packages.
- Managed cash positions and reviewed weekly cash analysis.
Industries Served
Manufacturing
Strategic Accounting and Finance Executive Controller
29157
Direct strategic business plan implementation, monitor financial operations, manage accounting and finance teams, oversee regulatory compliance, and maintain external relationships.
Expertise
- Oversee and direct the implementation of strategic business plans and develop performance measures that support the company’s strategic plan
- Monitor the financial operations of all subsidiary companies and implement operational best practices
- Supervised payroll, AP, AR, certified payrolls, and monthly union reporting
- Manage and develop accounting and finance team of 6
- Oversee the accounting, human resources, tax, and treasury functions
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, legal, tax and insurance requirements
- Manage external auditors and tax consultants in the review and preparation of reporting for taxes
- Negotiate leases and other contracts
- Maintain banking, audit, tax, insurance, and other vendor relationships
Industries Served
Construction, Manufacturing, Distribution
Results-Driven Manufacturing Controller
14769
Results-oriented Controller with manufacturing and operational analysis experience. Proven in financial communication, team building, and engaging Operations in cost trend monitoring. Developed margin/break-even cost model for accurate forecasting.
Expertise
- Driven, results oriented Controller with experience in a manufacturing environment, operational analysis, planning, product cost analysis, and ERP implementation
- Proven ability to communicate financial data into actionable information, and to interface effectively with audiences within the organization and external parties
- Self-motivated, resourceful individual who fosters team building in a goal-oriented environment.
- Engage Operations team in monitoring cost trends in a highly fixed cost intensive environment. Developed margin/break-even cost model to accurately project monthly and short-term forecast
Industries Served
Manufacturing, Production, Agriculture
Dynamic Financial Leader with Expertise as a Controller and CFO
36164
Led financial reporting initiatives for revenue growth, implemented Quarterly Cycle Count, and managed staff in planning, budgeting, IT system development, and human resources.
Expertise
- Accounting & Financial Operations
- Initiate, develop and direct all aspects of financial reporting and costing according to GAAP standards
- Successfully instituted cost reductions to increase revenue
- Implemented Quarterly Cycle Count eliminating need for physical year- end inventory
- Staff Management & Development
- Financial & Strategic Planning
- Budgeting/Forecasting
- IT System Development and Conversion
- Human Resources Management
Industries Served
Manufacturing
Experienced Controller/CFO at medium to large manufacturers, retailers, real estate and service companies (public/private)
29884
Achieved positive impact through financial reporting, analysis, and cost reductions. Skilled in restructuring finance/accounting departments. Experienced in international business across Europe, Mexico, China, and India. CPA & Chartered Accountant.
Expertise
- Achieved positive impact on each business through sound financial reporting/projections, insightful analysis, and focus on cost reductions, efficiencies and internal controls
- History of restructuring and building disciplined, value-added finance/accounting/MIS departments
- Skilled in negotiating and working with boards of directors, banks, attorneys and vendors and clearly communicating financial information and analysis to non-financial personnel to enhance decision-making at all levels
- Extensive international business experience in Europe, Mexico, China and India
- CPA & Chartered Accountant.
Industries Served
Manufacturing, Retail, Real Estate
Hands-on, results-driven Controller with MBA
34493
Oversaw Accounting, ensuring timely financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting. Led ERP implementations, achieved clean audits, and mentored team development. Company revenues ranged from 40M to 600M.
Expertise
- versight of the Accounting department
- Timely and accurate financial statements
- Annual budgeting and monthly forecasting
- ERP implementations
- Clean audits
- Mentoring, coaching and developing team
- Company revenues 40M-600M
Industries Served
Distribution, Manufacturing, Supply Chain
Controller with CPA and Big 4 Experience
35904
Oversaw Accounting, improved processes with BrightPearl system, led a first-year PwC audit, managed multi-country VAT & GST taxes, conducted finance statement rollback for a partial sale, and handled various tax filings including 1099s and Form 1120.
Expertise
- Oversight of the Accounting department
- Improve & develop processes in implementing retail operating system (BrightPearl) to connect with SPS Commerce & Quickbooks
- Spearheaded a first-year balance sheet audit with PwC within months of joining the company and recorded audit adjustments
- Oversee the preparation of quarterly VAT & GST taxes related to Canada, UK, Netherlands, Belgium, & Australia with a third-party
- Prepared a finance statement rollback from the audited year-end financials to the date of partial sale to a European company
- Filed 1099s & 3921, sales tax, property taxes & oversee outsource tax function in preparation of Form 1120 & CA State Form 100
Industries Served
Manufacturing, Technology, Aerospace
Versatile Controller with Full-Cycle Accounting Expertise and Compliance Focus
21959
Expertise in compliance, financial management, diverse accounting software, attention to detail, effective communication, and GAAP compliance. Experienced in inter-company journal entries, expense auditing, bank reconciliation, and journal entries.
Expertise
- Strong Compliance and Regulatory Knowledge
- Multifaceted Financial Management Abilities
- Proficient in Diverse Accounting Software Applications
- Attention to Detail and Accuracy in Financial Operations
- Effective Communication and Problem-Solving Skills
- GAAP Compliance
- Experienced in Inter-Company Journal Entries and Expense Auditing
- Bank Reconciliation and Journal Entries
Industries Served
Manufacturing, Distribution
Financial Leader with Expertise in Accounting, ERP Implementation, and Financial Analysis
21149
Handled accounting, financial updates, and implemented a new 12-day close process. Managed ERP implementations (Sage 100, Sage 300, SAP, NetSuite), organized GL account numbers to meet GAAP standards, and maintained cash flow for multiple entities.
Expertise
- Managed the full cycle accounting department, bringing financials up to date and implementing a new 12-day close process.
- ERP implementation, including Sage 100, Sage 300, SAP, and NetSuite.
- Reorganized and updated all GL account numbers to meet GAAP standards.
- Created monthly/annual budgets, calculated variances, and collaborated with department Directors.
- Maintained and reconciled cash flow for multiple entities and provided daily cash flow reports.
Industries Served
Manufacturing, Distribution, Construction
Financial Controller
37529
Financial and cost accounting expert with director-level experience in finance and accounting, specializing in SAP implementation. Transitioning from financial management to portfolio, program, and project management.
Expertise
- Financial and cost accounting expertise
- Championing change management and driving revenue-performing, cost-cutting initiatives
- Six Sigma expert
- Extensive background in financial management transitioning to portfolio, program, and project management
- Experience in managing virtual teams worldwide
- Director-level finance and accounting management experience
- Subject Matter Expertise in SAP implementation
Industries Served
Manufacturing, Construction
Strategic Financial Leader with Expertise in Finance, Technology, and Leadership
38672
Accomplished leader and strategic planner experienced in financial reporting, analysis, and grant management. Skilled in interfacing with senior management and motivating teams to achieve goals.
Expertise
- Highly accomplished hands-on leader, strategic planner, and innovative developer of effective finance strategies, with demonstrated achievements contributing to corporate performance.
- Assessed expenditure transfer and quarterly reports.
- Aided in finding grants that collaborate with the direction of the organization
- Accustomed to heavy interfacing and financial reporting with senior level management; reputation for discretion and integrity, accustomed to handling confidential and sensitive documentation.
- Superior analytical, organizational, and administrative skills with a talent for preparing and assessing reports.
- Strategic motivator, able to spur others to set and attain goals.
Industries Served
Logistics, Aviation Services, Not for Profit, Municipal Centers
Results-Driven Accounting Leader: Maximizing Financial Efficiency
9902
Manage AP/AR operations, streamline procedures for efficiency, reduce billing errors, and handle HR duties, including recruiting and benefits administration. Assist Finance Director with accounting, payroll, and general finance functions.
Expertise
- Big 4 CPA, MBA
- Strong Accounting, Finance and Tax background
- Implemented NetSuite ERP to provide operational visibility to multiple co-packer/warehouse locations
- Initiated and managed numerous tax savings programs
- Financed and integrated five acquisitions including tax planning, negotiation support and diligence
- Experience with ASC606 and ASC842
- Led SEC reporting activities post-IPO
- Primary responsibility for implementation of new accounting standards
- Increased cash flow by resolving EDI issues with customers
- Maximized employee retention credits, increasing claims by $2M over expectations
Industries Served
Manufacturing
Experienced Financial Professional with Expertise in Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Analysis
38605
Coordinated monthly closing for accurate financial reporting, played a key role in budgeting and financial reports, supervised auditors, and implemented a model for financial document circulation.
Expertise
- Successfully coordinated monthly closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Played a key role in preparing annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and various financial reports, contributing to effective financial management.
- Contributed to the success of the finance department by preparing annual and monthly financial reports.
- Supervised activities of auditors specializing in specific operations, enhancing the efficiency of the auditing process.
- Implemented a model for financial document circulation for customer companies, improving documentation prcoess.
Industries Served
Auditing, Manufacturing, Media
Financial Controller and Business Strategist: Driving Growth and Excellence in Retail Operations
37706
Managed financials for multiple retail locations, collaborated with leadership on growth opportunities, conducted month-end and year-end closing transactions, and handled payroll and HR tasks.
Expertise
- Responsible for all aspects of financial management for multiple retail locations and business entities.
- Collaborated with President and executive management to research, evaluate opportunities, and participate in decision making for business growth.
- Performed all month-end and year-end closing transactions, including journal entries, bank reconciliations, balance sheet account schedules, and financial statements.
- Calculated commission, processed bi-monthly payroll using ADP, and handled all company HR tasks, including new employee paperwork and insurance enrollments.
Industries Served
Distribution, Retail
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