Below are the 12 Controllers with various industries & systems experience. The Thor Group® provides financial/accounting leaders who know your industry & systems on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this controller who worked in IT services, manufacturing and aerospace industries? Technical competency involves Oracle and MFG/PRO. Core competencies include financial planning and analysis, budgeting, Cash flow management, general/Cost accounting and management reporting. Educational background includes MBA (Finance) and BSBA (Dual Major, Finance and Accounting).

Important contributions of this controller included managing all financial functions, overseeing the annual budgeting process, long range planning, quarterly forecast, working capital management, monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing, a well as reporting to corporate offices, annual external audit. Processes were managed for multiple business units within the region, partnering with business unit and senior management. The job entailed conducting analysis of results versus budget and forecast, manufacturing controlling, Cost accounting, new investment ROI and tax issues. Tasks covered structuring the department and processes to correct issues resulting from lack of financial leadership in the past including restructure of costing system and inventory valuation, reconciliation of fixed asset system and enhancing the use of Oracle ERP System and business growth from $75M to $600M.

This specialist implemented required accounting controls, financial measurements, KPIs, Cash disbursements, inventory turns and receivable days. Executing processes and procedures including program accounting and revenue recognition procedures required upon entering the software and services market were skills brought to the table. Functions involved serving as financial lead for “carve out of plastic card” product line with the intent of sale as well as participating in the sale process and presentations to potential buyers. The re-installation of Oracle ERP was overseeing, along with subsequent upgrades and MFG/PRO installation after the merger.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a controller with extensive experience working in a long-term care facility? Educational background involves BA in Business and Accounting as well as MBA in Business & Accounting. Professional certifications include CMA certification. Technical proficiencies involve NetSuite OneWorld (ERP), Microsoft Dynamics, Peachtree, QuickBooks, Hyperion, Salesforce and Macola.

Serving in a long-term care facility as a controller, has developed and maintained accounting principles with detailed procedural steps in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles). This professional has prepared Financial and Managerial Accounting financial statements under GAAP for internal purposes, including analysis of variance to budgets and forecasts, KPIs (Key Performance Indicators including DSO, DPO, IT, and several others) and presentation of the statements to corporate management along with recommendations. This individual has carried out financial planning and analysis of current state of affairs as well as forecasting future revenues and expenses, assets and encumbrances, and cash flow. Moreover, has worked on the implementation of NetSuite OneWorld ERP software.

As a controller, has managed all aspects of a company function including development of a business plan, recruitment, hiring and training of staff, as well as budgeting (established schedules, collected, analyzed and consolidated data), scheduling work and activities, establishing policies and procedures (including monitoring and enforcing internal controls, and conducted internal audits). Part of the job was to manage the accuracy and productivity of daily activities of accounts receivable, credit and collections, accounts payable and cash disbursements, along with payroll, perpetual inventory and cost accounting, human resources (including H1B visa employees) and operations.

Would hiring a controller who worked in manufacturing, fire protection and consulting industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Graduate Certificate in Accounting as well as Master of Accounting and Financial Management. Software proficiencies involve SAP ERP, ADP, Sage Timberline, MAS 100 and QuickBooks.

Acting as a controller in a manufacturing company, responsible for all financial activities, produced daily financial and ad hoc reports, increased profitability through cost control and revenue enhancement, as well as developed quality reporting process and reports resulting in significant cost savings. Some of the tasks were redeveloping efficient accounting processes and procedures, producing financial statements and delivering timely to owners, executives and management, as well as reducing month end close from twenty-five days to three days. Also, facilitated and managed monthly inventory count and valuation, as well as developed annual budget and held monthly budget meeting with management and company executives.

While working for a fire protection services provider as a controller, developed job tracking and costing processes, as well as developed purchasing processes and rectified inventory issues regarding tracking, quantity and cost. Part of the job was to manage inventory count and valuation aside from bringing outside payroll service processing to in-house processing. Furthermore, recouped $20,000.00 in Georgia sales tax overpayment and reduced annual expenses by $150,000.00.

How can your organization gain an advantage with the help of a corporate controller with background working in a health system? Technical competencies involve PeopleSoft ERP, Meditech, Healthcare Insights (HCI), FAS Fixed Assets System, Hyperion Reporting, Kronos Timekeeper, Visionware Productivity System, Timberline Accounting Software, QuickBooks Pro, Peachtree Accounting Software and various mainframe systems. Educational background includes Bachelor of Business Administration Public Accounting. Professional credentials include being a Certified Public Accountant.

Main functions included directing a variety of financial duties and miscellaneous special projects, including business owner of PeopleSoft ERP and Kronos implementation, due diligence of potential mergers and implementation of procurement card program. Reporting to the System chief financial officer and being responsible for the financial operations of a 4-hospital system, physician practice (300 providers), VNA, physician network and other related organizations including rental properties were all part of the duties competently performed on an ongoing basis. This individual managed staff of 50 and directed the day-to-day accounting operations to ensure timely month-end closure of accounting records. The job consisted of reviewing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements to ensure that they were prepared in accordance with GAAP. Compliance with financial and reporting covenants as well as internal and external reporting was ensured.

Skills involved directing the maintenance of corporate financial records to support reporting and analysis activities, in addition to directing and monitoring the activities of the system’s independent auditors. Aside from managing staff, an additional responsibility covered implementing plans to develop their career progression. Developing and publishing policies or procedures on accounting, financial reporting and performance measurement were efficiently completed.

Could your organization use a controller with experience in acute care hospitals, a medical center and a health network? Technical proficiencies cover Lawson, Epic and Meditech. Educational background includes MBA, Finance and BA, Accounting. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant.

Some impact contributions of this controller included managing the daily accounting operations, treasury desk, and annual audit with a staff of 11, as well as managing accounting for 26 primary and specialty care clinics. Epic EMR and Lawson GL were utilized. This individual identified $500K in annual Cost overruns through strategic auditing of payroll and health insurance. An additional role involved strengthening accounting, AP and purchasing areas by implementing Lawson accounting system.

Skills involved mentoring new revenue cycle, accounting, materials and medical directors during the conversion, in addition to renegotiating multiple managed care insurance contracts. Physician profit margins and outcomes were reviewed. Completing the installation of Meditech EMR, Billing, GL and Materials modules was carried out, along with implementing productivity measures. Functions covered handling multiple revenue cycle changes including scheduling improvements, increasing Cash collections and improving outpatient and clinic throughput efficiencies. The job consisted of revamping the entire accounting department producing clean audit and Cost report, along with executing daily charge review, reducing DNFB to 5 days and reducing days in AR from 65 to 52 days. Knowledge of Epic EMR and Lawson GL was applied. Functions involved supervising finance, revenue cycle, reimbursement, MIS, materials management, managed care and medical records, in addition to managing over 200 employees.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this controller with experience in manufacturing, logistics and airline industries who is proficient in Epicor, SAP, Oracle and QuickBooks? Technical competencies involve Epicor, SAP, Oracle and QuickBooks. Educational background includes BS Accounting.

Important tasks of this controller included controlling the activities of the U.S. operations accounting area to ensure accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial statements, annual external audits and budgets. The job entailed overseeing the activities of the accounts payable department, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, purchase orders and employee expense reports. Tasks covered overseeing the activities of the accounts receivable department to ensure the accurate and timely management of all AR aging components including billing, cash receipts and cash applications.

Key roles involved managing payroll and human resources, as well as establishing and maintaining systems and controls to continually verify the integrity of all systems, processes and data. Forecasting and budgeting were efficiently carried out. Working with QuickBooks and the Avanti-Epicor operating system was one of the skills brought to the table. All activities of the corporate accounting area were managed to ensure accurate and timely disseminations of financial management reports including, internal and external monthly financial statements and management reports, annual audits and budgets. Other accomplishments involved reducing Latin American area monthly DSOs from 55 days to an average of 30 days by improving collection processes and decreasing unapplied customer remittances by 68% from a daily average of $16M to less than $5M.

Would a controller with experience in an acute care hospital and a community hospital operator who is proficient in Lawson, Meditech, McKesson and Hyperion help your organization achieve greater success? Technical specializations cover Lawson, Meditech, McKesson, Hyperion, HOST GL/AP, Smart AP, BEST Fixed Assets, BusinessObjects, Kronos and Teammate Audit Software. Educational background includes Master of Science in Accounting and Finance, as well as Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting.

Making a positive difference with leading the financial functions for an acute care hospital with $120M in annual revenue while exercising discretion, discernment, and strong attention-to-detail throughout the process of directing financial and operational functions were some of the key focuses. This individual managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger accounting, month-end close, financial statement preparation, operations/ capital budget preparation, tax return preparation, cost report preparation, balance sheet reconciliation and internal control implementation. The job consisted of managing the migration of accounts payable systems from Meditech to Smart AP, general ledger accounting from Meditech to Host GL, as well as payroll to Kronos and Lawson Payroll.

Notable skills included conceptualizing, creating and implementing changes that resulted in strong audit compliance scores from 96-100% for both internal and external auditors. Functions involved managing capital and fixed asset processes through an $88M east tower addition with bond funding, in addition to spearheading the successful transition of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll to shared services. Key roles included mentoring, developing and leading all staff in the accounting and decision support departments. Other proficiencies involve delivering financial leadership, vision, guidance and consulting within public or private healthcare institutions.

What contributions could a corporate controller with experience working in manufacturing, packaging and recycling industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major in Accounting. Software knowledge consists of JD Edwards and JD Edwards OneWorld.

Challenges like upgrading company’s benefits and adding a 401k plan, as well as moving company to self-insured medical plan and saving $150 thousand per year over the last four years were welcomed and successfully completed. This corporate controller was in charge of consolidating customer service, scheduling, and purchasing to home office and reduced staff by $300 thousand per year. This professional worked with various insurance brokers to reduce property and workers compensation cost by $68 thousand per year. Cost has remained the same or decreased each subsequent year. Additional responsibilities were managing all accounting functions including General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Manufacturing/ Cost Accounting, Financial Reporting, Purchasing, and Inventory Control. Moreover, consolidated financial statements of all individual plants and reported results to owners, as well as provided all financial information required by Banks and Tax accountants.

Shared expertise by installing and maintaining accounting software (JD Edwards). Serving as a corporate controller, acted as a lead role in conversion from JDE World to OneWorld Software for all Accounting systems, Payroll, Distribution, and Inventory Management. Key accomplishments were cutting the monthly accounting closing process from two weeks to two days.

Would a controller with experience in a cancer center and skilled in PeopleSoft, help your organization achieve greater success? Technical specializations cover PeopleSoft, SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Lawson, MS Dynamics Great Plains and AX, MAS 200, MAS 90, Advantage, Certeflex, QuickBooks Enterprise/Pro/ Premier, Peachtree, IDX, Meditech, Solomon, Cognos, Crystal Reports, Hyperion Essbase, Microsoft BI, APPTIO, FRx, ADP, Kronos, Ceridian, Paychex, Paycomm and SpringAhead. Educational background includes Master of Accounting, MBA and MHA as well as BS Finance.

Making a positive difference with managing business IT projects, including accounting /financial system conversions/upgrades (SAP, PeopleSoft, MS Great Plains, MAS200) aside from setting up and mapping of chart of accounts. Responsibilities covered testing, GL clean up, setting up financial statements and verifying the accuracy to legacy system as well as administering the payroll system conversions to ADP and upgrades. This controller prepared/compiled financial statements; worked on balance sheet account reconciliations and variance analysis as well as developed/implemented a new monthly P&L account variance analysis process. Monthly and year end revenue recognition; gross to net calculations, bank recons and completion of monthly journal entries including adjusting and accruals were efficiently performed. The month/year-end close process was managed in conjunction with billing, A/R, A/P and payroll departments.

Notable skills included developing reporting for budgeting, forecasting and planning using Hyperion Essbase and MS BI tools, in addition to developing cash flow reporting enabling organizations to decrease expenses by 25%, thereby increasing budgets. Percent complete and cost analysis accounting for CAPEX projects, for construction and manufacturing were part of the assigned tasks.

Would hiring a controller with experience working in financial services, IT consulting and furniture industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of MBA with a concentration in Finance. Professional certifications earned: CPA. Core qualifications consist of Financial Statement Preparation, Financial/Operations Analysis, Cost Accounting, Cost Management, Account Reconciliations and Variance Analysis. Software skills include SAP ERP.

Acting as a controller in a capital market company, managed essential sections of the month end close in which annual expenses were $700MM. This specialist served as an integral member of the monthly financial statement’s reviews with the Domain’s Managing Directors and Finance. Some of the tasks were creating and posting the monthly KPI to the executive impact and flash reports with actionable driver commentary, as well as compiling financial reports on JD Edwards to identify variances between actuals vs. budgeted spends. Key accomplishments were developing a framework to reduce on-going IT maintenance contracts hardware and software expenses by 3-5% annually, as well as achieving $7.5M of saves from a forecasted IT bucket of $165MM.

While working for an information technology consulting company as a controller, managed essential sections of the month end close in which annual expenses were $200 MM annually. Also, compiled financial reports in SAP, Hyperion with Essbase integration to identify variances between actuals vs. budgeted spends apart from taking corrective actions where needed thru interactions with the Regional Controllers. Furthermore, developed a framework to reduce on-going IT maintenance contracts hardware and software expenses by 6-8% annually, as well as achieved $40M of saves from the 2008 baseline thru 2012.

How can a corporate controller with background working in a healthcare organization, as well as adept in Oracle, JD Edwards and Lawson fit within your organization? Technical specializations involve Oracle, Great Plains, Solomon, JD Edwards, Lawson, QuickBooks, VBA, Lotus 123, Hyperion Essbase, Enterprise Reporting, Pillar, Brio Explorer, BI360, FRX Reporting and AS/400. Areas of expertise cover financial/operational reporting, budgeting, forecasting, operating plans, complex/multi-dimensional modeling, re-engineering/process improvements, month-end procedures, economic analysis/capital budgets, internal controls, internal/external audit and more. Educational attainment includes B.S., Accounting & Finance. This controller is a Certified Public Accountant.

Key roles covered serving as a national leader in inmate healthcare management serving corrections facilities and educational institutions, and was responsible for accounting staff management, financial and operational reporting, cash management, financial analysis, KPIs, audits, internal controls, training and review with operations managers and client reporting. The month-end close was reduced from one month to 6 business days by streamlining processes, shifting workloads to the pre-close period, improving internal controls and standardizing policies /procedures. Responsibilities involved creating bi-weekly labor reports and monthly KPIs aside from partnering with senior management to roll-out to 320 sites.

The job included merging accounting operations of newly acquired entities, including staff training and data conversions. The efficiency of financial and operations reporting was improved by adding a data warehouse. The new financial reporting software (BI360) was implemented, and the capabilities of the accounting software were expanded with add-ins. An additional function consisted of establishing an internal control committee to improve controls and document policies / procedures.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this controller with work experience in government, nonprofit and gas industries? Educational background includes Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. Professional certifications involve: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), AICPA Certificate of Educational Achievement in Governmental Accounting and Auditing and Certified by Department of Homeland Security (FEMA) as Advanced Public Information Officer. Technical skills involve PeopleSoft ERP.

Contributed to the organization’s success by serving as Finance Lead on Development Team for ERP (PeopleSoft) financial accounting system (PeopleSoft training: General Ledger, nVision Reporting, Commitment Control). Acting as controller in a government, responsible for oversight of all accounting and financial systems of the City (200+ funds). In addition, was responsible for oversight and production of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and quarterly Management Report. Moreover, in charge of oversight and administration of over 300 Federal and State grants totalling more than $107 Million including annual Single Audit Report.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by maintaining nonprofit organization accounting records, as well as designing and developing financial accounting procedures and internal control systems. While employed in a nonprofit organization as controller, prepared and delivered monthly financial reports for Board of Directors. Furthermore, developed and managed annual budget, including monthly budget reporting.