Below are the 6 CFO’s & 6 Controllers with Timberline / Sage 300 Construction & other systems experience. These CFO’s & Controllers are provided by The Thor Group® on a consulting, contracting, interim or direct hire basis.

Would hiring a CFO with experience working in construction, excavating and drilling industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS program in Accounting and Communications with an Economics minor, BS in Business Administration with concentration in Finance and IT, MS in Information Technology with concentration in Internet Security, MS Accounting with concentration in Forensic Accounting and DBA in Business Management. Software skills include Sage 300/Timberline, Hyperion, Oracle, Great Plains, JD Edwards, MS Dynamics and QuickBooks.

Acting as a CFO in a road construction/excavating company, has completed conversion to Sage 300 from a legacy in house construction and payroll system, as well as negotiated repayment agreements with vendors and unions as well as tax entities for roofing contractor; upgrading them from Master Builder to Timberline/Sage. This professional has worked on payroll for 250 plus seasonal construction workers in six states covering multiple trades including union reporting and certified payroll.

While working for a drilling company as a controller, has increased gross margin and net profit by 25% over prior years by implementing a new accounting system and cost control measures; opening two new locations and consolidate offices. Moreover, has worked with attorneys and CPA firm on legal documents for stock redemption and purchase plan for this closely held $4 million company.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this chief financial officer with work experience in construction and energy services industries? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Accountancy, Postgraduate Diploma in Datametrics and BS majoring In Information Systems, Database Design and Computer Programming. Has extensive experience in CFO positions, primarily in the consulting, engineering, capital projects and construction industries. Software knowledge consists of Sage 300/Timberline and Oracle.

Contributed to the organization’s success by successfully implementing the Timberline Sage 300 Construction accounting system, as well as reducing monthly reporting from 30 to 10 days as well as establishing confidence in the financial results. As a chief financial officer in an energy services company, has improved cash flow forecasting which highlighted a $12mm shortfall in cash availability. This professional has successfully lobbied for injection of working capital funding via parent company loans and bank overdraft facilities, which were subsequently repaid by 2010. Also, has prepared cash flow, IRR and NPV forecasting for the construction of a $20m 11-story office tower in Lagos for the Company’s regional headquarters. Construction commenced in 2010.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by halting a failing ERP implementation and assembling a steering committee to reconsider options. Serving as a deputy chief financial officer in a construction company, has obtained Board approval to convert Oracle EBS licenses into Oracle EPM (Hyperion) and Oracle Human Capital Management as well as managed consultants to implement the systems. In addition, has embarked on a shared service center initiative to streamline group processes.

Is impacting your organization with a chief financial officer who worked in construction, general contracting and architectural industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of Management and Accounting Concentration. Technological skills involve Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate and Peachtree.

While employed in a construction, general contracting and architectural company as a chief financial officer, has continually sought opportunities to trim expenses without sacrificing value/quality. A diligent watchdog for dollars spent, this professional cut costs across the organization from office supplies to cell phone savings of $200 a month. Also, has lessened cash flow burden presented by prevailing wage jobs with rates substantially higher due to large percentage paid in fringe benefits, despite insurance offset. In addition, has secured a $500K increase in bonding capacity through trust-based relations (consistent, accurate reporting).

Part of the job as a CFO was working closely with information technology specialist and software vendors to maximize technology throughout the business. They used Sage, Peachtree and Timberline construction/accounting software applications in researching and consulting on construction management software for implementation. Furthermore, has served on the Executive Management Team, as well as participated in Articles of Incorporation, annual meetings, buy-sell agreements, and other key decision-making/activities.

What contributions could a CFO with experience working in construction, real estate and property management industries bring to your organization? Educational background involves Associate of Science: Accounting, Bachelor of Science: Accounting and Master of Science: Accounting. Technical skills include Sage 300/Timberline, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, SMITAP, Sage MAS 90, QuickBooks, Peachtree, Avalara, Sage Office Connector and MyAssistant.

As CFO working for a construction company, this individual implemented reporting and software solutions which resulted in more than 20% increase to productivity of accounting department. In addition, reviewed commercial liability insurance packages and identified significant areas of risk; bound additional coverage and raised limits while finding cost-savings (overall increase to annual premiums of less than 1%).

Other contributions involved directing new software implementations, which boosted accounting processes and efficiencies by more than 33%. Identified and investigated variances to financial plans and forecasts by interpreting financial results as well as analyzed budgets, financial reports and projections for accurate reporting of financial standing. Directed and implemented electronic timekeeping and job costing system that integrated with Sage 300 accounting platform. Reduced payroll processing by 50% and added layers of approval as well as additional record keeping.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a chief financial officer with experience working in construction, homebuilding and real estate industries? Educational attainment is composed of BS in Business Management and Communications as well as MBA in Finance and Economics. Technical skills include Sage 300/Timberline and Buildtopia.

Serving as a chief financial officer in a homebuilding company, has completed systems enhancements such as Timberline (Sage 300 CRE) upgrade from version 8 to version 14, full implementation of Timberline capabilities, as well as selection and implementation of a purchasing and production management software (Buildtopia). This specialist has implemented data management processes which facilitated capital calls, loan draws, project proforma reviews and various management reports being produced directly from source data. Moreover, has revamped the financial projections used to quote annual general liability insurance policies saving a 50% prior period overpayment of approximately $250,000 and resulting in accurate policy costs going forward.

As a chief financial officer, has successfully managed the owner’s portfolio of assets through the real estate downturn of 2008 including the workout of a $250 million debt portfolio with 20+ lenders. Moreover, has managed the company’s residential rental portfolio minimizing vacancies and delinquencies and strategically divesting assets from 200 properties to 20.

Would a detail-oriented chief financial officer who worked in construction and real estate industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Associate’s degree in Accounting as well as BS in Accounting & Organizational Management. Technological skills involve Sage 300/Timberline, Master Builder (Sage 100), Yardi, QuickBooks and Peachtree.

Some accomplishments included aiding in converting the company’s technology and systems to a cloud-based platform inclusive of Sage 300, email, and file server leaving only an emergency recovery device, DNS, and phone system server in house. While working in a construction company as a chief financial officer, has developed a robust Excel-based reporting system that was linked to the back end of Sage 300 via ODBC allowing for cleaner financial reporting, flexibility with analytics, and report styles that suited the needs of the executive team. Also, has managed the corporate accounting staff, human resources, and co-managed the project accounting staff with the executive project management team. This professional has maintained relationships with outside key partners such as banks and surety company.

Shared expertise by managing all functions of a 6-person accounting department. While employed in a real estate company as a chief financial officer, this individual was in charge of underwriting and feasibility analysis of proposed multi-million-dollar development projects. In addition, has drastically reduced corporate overhead with “out of the box” thinking in regard to cutting health insurance and other expenditures without sacrificing the quality of employee benefits.

How can a controller with experience working in construction and real estate industries help your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS Accounting and MBA. Professional certifications involve CPA certification. Technical knowledge consists of Sage 300/Timberline.

Working with challenging issues such as debt management, implementing portfolio debt management software for 50+ notes, as well as job cost concentration, and establishing WIP system and review process have vetted this specialist’s work experience. While employed as a controller, determined company overhead rates to be utilized in estimating, as well as established internal equipment rates to be utilized in job costing and offsetting equipment revenues. Some of the tasks were establishing labor overhead rates to be utilized in estimating, as well as Sage 300 (formerly Timberline) utilization for 30+ legal entities. Moreover, has implemented month-end closing schedule and monthly consolidated financial results.

With a “can do approach” in the area of restructuring debt that provided life-saving liquidity, as well as responsible for negotiating and securing debt financing for equipment financing have been career objectives. Acting as a controller in a construction company, key achievements were initiating team approach to monthly work in process training analysis and accountability.

Would hiring a corporate controller with work experience in construction and engineering services industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BA/BS Accounting and MBA in Accounting. Professional certifications involve Senior Professional in Human Resources Certificate, as well as AED and First Aid Certifications. Software proficiencies consist of Sage 300/Timberline, AS400/System 36, ADP Payroll Software, Peachtree, QuickBooks and Great Plains Accounting.

Acting as a corporate controller in a construction company, has restored accounts payable process and vendor’s faith in timely payment, as well as corrected project job cost budgets and reporting of change orders in Timberline. Some of the tasks were changing accounting culture to a team atmosphere, as well as setting up formal monthly meetings with GM and project managers to review job status and forecasts. Moreover, has changed the look of monthly forecast to make it more user friendly, worked with auditors for 4th quarter audit, as well as closed the fiscal year.

While working for an engineering company/construction as a corporate operational controller, has added $1.2MM in profit through improved contract negotiations. Some of the contributions were collecting over $500,000.00 in over-budget projects within 4 months, as well as serving as a key member in adding $1MM in profit through strategic rate increases.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this controller who worked in construction and distribution industries? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. Technical skills involve Sage 300 Timberline and QuickBooks.

Contributed to the organization’s success by improving accuracy and accountability through use of Timberline AIA contract billing, as well as bringing payroll in-house for better control and cost savings, as well as other overhead reductions. Acting as a controller in a distribution company, was responsible for the daily office operations and supervision of the accounting staff for a roadway maintenance contractor. Some of the tasks were preparation of payroll, all taxes, prequalification packages and annual reports for multiple states, as well as collection of accounts receivable, cash flow schedules, depreciation, insurance, and audits.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by installing and applying Timberline Accounting Software within 1 month of hire, as well as developing Purchase Order System to control costs. Acting as a controller in a construction company, has developed system for tracking change orders and respective subcontractor payments, as well as worked directly with and provided monthly financial reports to President, Owners, Estimating Team and Project Managers of this General Contractor specializing in Educational Facilities. Furthermore, has supervised and trained staff of five, as well as established policies/procedures and oversaw general accounting functions including AR/AP/ Payroll/Cash Management.

Is impacting your organization with a controller with experience working in construction, real estate and energy industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of Associates in Business Administration and Bachelor of Business Administration and Accounting. Software skills involve Sage 300/Timberline, Great Plains, QuickBooks, Master Builder, FoxPro, Lotus123 and AccPac.

While employed in construction company as a controller, has brought in and set-up Sage 300/Timberline as the job cost and accounting system, generating a 53% savings in implementation. Some of the tasks were creating new custom reports in preparation for anticipated jobs, as well as bringing in and setting up ADP payroll systems. Other duties were managing workman’s comp reporting for existing employees, generating a $30k savings by direct reporting, as well as analyzing and reconciling financial statements and loans in preparation for international investors.

Part of the job as a controller in an energy efficiency company was converting from QuickBooks to Sage 300/Timberline as the job cost and accounting system for 3 companies. Other tasks were initiating job cost for new projects, managing all accounting processes including day to day, payroll, taxes, as well as analyzing and reconciling financial statements, monthly reports, and loans. Another job entailed identifying and resolving discrepancies. Furthermore, has worked on sales and use tax filings in multiple states.

What contributions could a controller with work experience in real estate, contracting and communications industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Masters of Business Administration in Finance. Computer skills involve Sage 300 CRE, Great Plains, TM-1, AccPac, Pinnacle PRM and AS/400.

Challenges like being responsible for the management of all functional areas of the Accounting Dept. for a $100M regional design build home builder and developer were welcomed and successfully completed. Serving in a real estate company as a controller, was responsible for overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, payroll, job cost work in progress and financial reporting. Duties also included audit and administration of the company’s risk management of workman’s comp, general liability and health insurance programs. Responsibilities included timely and accurate reporting of the financial results and audit preparation as well as coordination for each of the 25+ related party ownership entities utilizing Sage 300 CRE.

Shared expertise by overseeing all financial, risk management and treasury functions as well as the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve the company assets and timely accurate reporting of the financial results for each of the six operating divisions utilizing Sage 300 CRE. While working in a communications company as a chief financial officer, has implemented “TimberScan”, an automated paperless solution for routing invoices for approval throughout the various divisions within the organization.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a controller who worked in construction, real estate and publishing industries? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Accountancy degree. Technical skills involve Sage 300 (Timberline), Peachtree and QuickBooks Accounting. Professional certifications earned as Licensed Certified Public Accountant.

Serving in a construction company as a controller, has converted from QuickBooks to Sage 300 software to allow more detailed but concise financial reporting for each segment of company operations. This professional has worked closely with CPAs on tax return with a resulting $184,000 refund and tax benefits carryforward, as well as structured business transactions in 2011 and 2010 that resulted in tax savings over $300,000. Also, has led transition to new bank early 2014 that saved over $170,000 per year in interest and generated lower fees. Moreover, has used banking contacts in 2011 to establish lines of credit, saving the company $300,000 in factoring fees annually. Presentation to a bank showed the tax effect of “phantom income” and solidified approval of a $2,000,000 line of credit.

As a controller in a real estate company, has saved over $70,000 annually for international investors by reducing the proposed property valuations using a database of property tax valuations and billings for over 400 tax tracts managed through Craig International. Furthermore, has calculated rollback tax potential on transactions and required amounts to fund into escrow upon sale.