Below are the 13 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.

Would a detail-oriented controller with work experience in a healthcare system and a general/surgical hospital fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Business Administration, major in Accounting. Technical skills involve QuickBooks, Great Plains, Sage, Paychex, SAP Financial Module and Solomon.

Some accomplishments included serving as accounting liaison between CFO and the accounting department, as well as supervising payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable. While employed in a health system as a controller, has performed program bank reconciliation, performed adjusting J/E for appropriating accounting recording in compliance of GAAP, as well as completed requested budgets for proposed new programs. Some of the tasks were coordinating the 1094/1095c Affordable Care Act Filing, as well as consulting with external vendors to complete Affordable Care Act forms. Moreover, has performed A-133 audit by providing Fixed Assets report, 12-month bank rec analysis and annual cash receipts analysis.

Shared expertise by analyzing monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls for the hospital, as well as overseeing the entire finance department and making all finance decision making for the hospital. While working in a general/surgical hospital as a controller, has managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll staff members. In addition, has prepared the operating, investment, debit card and construction bank reconciliation on a monthly basis in MYOB accounting software.

Does a controller who is experienced in transportation and environmental services industries, as well as knowledgeable in Oracle, NetSuite, JD Edwards and Lawson pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes Oracle, NetSuite, JD Edwards, Lawson, ADP, SAP and BPCS. Educational background includes BSBA in Accounting (Magna cum Laude).

One of the major responsibilities of this controller included managing the overall financial and administrative functions of an international cargo airline. During the start-up of commercial operations, policies and procedures for internal and external reporting were established. Key roles covered supervising corporate and cost accounting departments, as well as acting as liaison between corporate directors and parent company, international customers/vendors, financial institutions, aviation insurers, payroll/benefit representatives and DOT administrators. This individual prepared DOT reports, budgets, forecasts, cash reports and tax schedules as well as monitored payroll, accounts payable and receivable, travel accounts, general accounting, banking and human resources. Ensuring contract administration complied with terms and conditions and creating reports using NetSuite (An Oracle product) financial systems were positive experiences brought to the business table.

The job covered assisting in aircraft and inventory sales transactions, interacting with auditors for year-end tax returns and 401k audits aside from collecting outstanding accounts receivable, security deposits and amounts relating to LOC’s. Tasks consisted of reconciling and receiving refunds from insurance companies for aviation and benefit coverage. Property leases and bank accounts were terminated. Part of the functions consisted of managing the administration and financial obligations of a $200 million, 67 megawatt power plant which processed 800,000 tons of MSW per year.

What can a controller with work background in construction, manufacturing and aerospace industries, as well as specialization in Epicor, MS Dynamics Great Plains and Sage MAS 90 bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve Epicor, MS Dynamics Great Plains, Sage MAS 90, QuickBooks, Elliott Accounting System and FRx reporting. Educational attainment includes Master’s in Business Administration and Bachelor of Science Degree (major in Accounting).

Working with areas such as accounting implementation to Epicor from MAPICS accounting system and setting up the process flow for the company based on individuals’ responsibilities were part of this controller’s work experience. Duties covered organizing and instructing training sessions for each department. Screenshots/work papers were created for training purposes.

Responsibilities in other jobs consisted of monthly reporting of financial statements directly to the owners, while also managing the annual audit and semi-annual review for the company. Apart from auditing financial, sales tax, general liability and workers’ compensation, other functions involved maintaining 5 different bank accounts and performing bank reconciliations on a daily basis. Tasks included preparing annual budgets and performing reports budget versus actual on a monthly basis, in addition to serving as a plan administrator for the companies 401 (K) and health insurance programs. All financial records for the restaurant and catering hall were controlled using QuickBooks. Key roles covered providing monthly reports directly to the president of the company (financial, operational) and supervising a staff of 3 in all facets of accounting, including AP, AR, collections and payroll. The annual budget was created for a $10M company for 8 years.

Would a detail-oriented controller with experience working in restaurant, logistics and IT services industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS Accounting. Professional certifications involve Certified Public Accountant. Computer skills consist of MS Dynamics Navision, SAP, QuickBooks, Facts Hyperion, BPCS and Hyperion Retrieve.

Some accomplishments included providing accounting support to Corporate HQ during the month/quarter/year – end close, performing reconciliation analysis and financial reporting for subsidiaries, as well as providing analytical support to CEO. Serving as a controller in a restaurant, reviewed and investigated any monthly fluctuation questions, as well as prepared financial statements, at the subsidiary and consolidated level. Part of the job was to assemble month-end and quarterly financial reporting package, calculate and analyze COGS monthly, as well as update prepaid expense schedule. Additionally, reviewed and analyzed key balance sheet accounts and monthly/quarterly fluctuations.

While working in a logistics company as a controller, provided analytical support to CFO, reviewed and investigated any monthly fluctuation questions, as well as prepared financial statements, at the subsidiary and consolidated level. Moreover, assembled month-end and quarterly financial reporting package. Furthermore, calculated and analyzed COGS monthly, as well as updated prepaid expense schedule.

What contributions could a controller who worked in oil/energy and mining/metals industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Professional credentials involve CPA and IFRS Certificate. Technical skills involve SAP, MAS 90, QuickBooks Pro, Microsoft Dynamics, Syteline, Paychex, ADP, NetSuite, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, Cognos, Oracle and Hyperion.

Challenges like supporting the CFO/CEO to develop and deliver organization’s financial and business strategy for the $100M annual budget process were welcomed and successfully completed. As a controller in an oil/energy company, expanded financial controls by building the finance and accounting team from the ground-up, including hiring, developing and challenging a shared service team of 11 to drive performance. This professional ensured the adherence of financial accounting standards as per GAAP standards; co-operated with tax accountants and auditors; as well as administered interim and annual external audits for all entities. Also, generated financial reports on numerous functions, metrics, ad hoc analysis, flash reports, financial statements and footnotes, including consolidations of segment entities’ financials (domestic and international) and sent the final outcomes to executive management.

Shared expertise by developing various systems, including Paychex payroll system, Concur Expense Management system; reducing air, hotel, and auto expenses by 20% by negotiating vendor contracts. As an interim controller, directed all finance, accounting and reporting activities, maintained a $100M budget, and structured internal controls and procedures under the SOX section 404 initiative. In addition, served as a member of the management team, collaborated with senior leadership team and supervised professional development of accounting and finance team.

Would a controller with familiarity in oil, energy and engineering industries, as well as skilled in Deltek Vision, Sage 500 and MS Dynamics Navision help your organization achieve greater success? Technical specializations cover Deltek Vision, Sage 500 and MS Dynamics Navision. Educational attainment includes MBA; BS Accounting; and BS Finance. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant.

Creating a strategy for company growth, all aspects of accounting, analysis and improving business processes, as well as implementing Deltek Vision software were some of the key focuses of this controller. Responsibilities covered establishing the standard use of the 5’s procedure, in addition to sorting, setting, shining, standardizing and sustaining for all areas of accounting department. A continuous improvement process was started using the of theory constraints, lean overhead and kaizen events. The job involved working with bank managers to secure optimal bank loans and accounts through loans, line of credit, sweep accounts, zero balance accounts, and Money markets, as well as optimizing the use of Cash for shareholder’s benefit through investing, spending, and distributions to Shareholders.

Notable tasks included optimizing the utilization of financial resources through forecasting and Cash management and serving as project manager for 200+ active structural engineering jobs. This individual analyzed projects, budget controls and accounting methods to increase efficiency and maintained Costs, fee structure and budget utilizing Deltek Vision. Functions involved training all coworkers on the Deltek Vision system and supervising the work of the accounting staff to ensure accurate and timely performance of all accounting functions.

Could your organization use a controller who is experienced in professional services and legal industries, as well as proficient in PeopleSoft ERP, Oracle, Sage Accpac and Sage 100? Technical proficiencies cover PeopleSoft ERP, Oracle, Sage Accpac and Sage 100 (formerly Sage MAS 90). Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science in Political Science, minor in Accounting and History. This licensed tax professional has skills in Cost accounting, commercial real estate, grant reporting, fund development accounting, and financial analysis.

Primary tasks of this controller included managing operations of client accounts in regards to financial reporting, as well as developing and implementing policies/ procedures for accounting clients. Heading the implementation of conversion from Solomon to Oracle for modules: A/P, Purchasing, Projects, Fixed Assets and G/L was also handled. Key roles covered supervising and training the staff in the installation of several Oracle modules for an investment banking corporation. Other tasks covered serving as consultant for the implementation of Oracle with emphasis on reporting, along with supervising and training the staff in the installation of several PeopleSoft modules for QuadraMed.

Contributions involved heading the conversion from Sage MAS 90 to PeopleSoft for modules: A/P, Purchasing, Projects, Fixed Assets and G/L. Serving as consultant for the implementation of PeopleSoft with emphasis on reporting and creating monthly financial analysis reports were managed. This individual handled the analysis of budget versus actual reports for inventory and sales. Cash flow analysis was provided for improved banking relationships. Tax returns were prepared for clients; this included individual, partnership, local, sales & use, corporate and property. The job required advising clients in reference to federal requirements.

Would a CPA and controller with senior experience in accounting, including financial statement preparation, budgeting, forecasting, SEC reporting, general accounting, payroll and human resources, match the needs of your organization? Technological background involves Sage 50/Peachtree, Great Plains, MAS 90, CS3, Platinum, QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite. Educational attainment is composed of a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting.

While working for a solutions provider, this controller generated annual audit work papers, while overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable and collection functions for the home office, in addition to five resident communities. Utilized were Sage 50/Peachtree Accounting Software, MatrixCare Assisted Living Software, Windows OS and MS Office software. Furthermore, performing general office management, supervising eight employees, as well as preparing consolidated and partnership financial statements, taxes and financial analysis, were some of the responsibilities.

Other tasks involved preparing daily cash management analysis, investing funds accordingly, as well as preparing semi-monthly payroll for 250+ employees using ADP Payroll System.

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.

How would a controller with background in manufacturing, eye care and transportation industries experienced in JD Edwards match the needs of your organization? Technical experience includes JD Edwards, MAPICS, SAP and JBA Software as well as Monarch.

As a Controller, this professional’s accomplishments included establishing a shared service center, centralizing the accounting processes and controlling all accounts payable, payroll or cash application functions. Supporting up to eleven entities, implementing the scanning system for paperless A/P processing, reducing costs and increasing efficiency were significant roles played. This specialist led the multi-year conversion from legacy software to a more modern and flexible JD Edwards system.

Other responsibilities covered training users and approvers in day to day processes and consolidating 6 JD Edwards’s environments on two servers to one environment on one server. This enabled the company to take full advantage of the system. In addition, accounts payable recovery audits were initiated, leading to a $49k recovery.

Would a detail-oriented controller with experience working in nonprofit, cloud software and construction industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Accounting in Finance and MBA in Accounting. Technical skills consist of NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, PeopleSoft Financials, JD Edwards, Hyperion and Salesforce.com.

Some accomplishments included implementing NetSuite accounting system from QuickBooks, as well as presenting forward-looking documents to obtain $15 Million in venture capital and $11 Million in long-term Debt. Serving as controller in a cloud software company, prepared all SaaS revenue recognition journal entries according to SOP 97-2, as well as created private placement memorandums for non-public equity of $22 Million. Additional responsibilities were preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts and budgets, as well as actively managing Cash flow and maintaining banking relationships relating to lines of Credit.

Shared expertise by preparing and approving journal entries for the pension fund assets and healthcare assets, as well as reconciling asset balances monthly to custodial account. While working as controller in a nonprofit organization, prepared financial statements monthly, as well as managed 3 accounting staff. Key duties were preparing annual operating budget and other Ad hoc reports for the Board of Directors, as well as preparing all withholding and payroll tax filings for federal and state returns. Furthermore, successfully implemented Great Plains accounting software from a proprietary software.

Does a controller who is experienced in IT, energy and media industries, as well as knowledgeable in Sage 300, Sage Intacct, Sage 100 and Sage 500 pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes Sage 300, Sage Intacct, Sage 100 and Sage 500. Educational background includes Bachelor of Business Administration major in Accounting.

Major responsibilities of this controller included managing the accounting and payroll teams supporting 41 radio stations in 21 states and implementing GAAP processes/ procedures across a wide, multicultural environment. Key roles covered managing the preparation of financial statements, targeting specific expense improvements in Cash flows, administering the company accounts receivable/ Credit/ collections and increasing collection activities by 31%. were positive experiences brought to the business table. This individual ensured timeliness and accuracy of financial management reporting to lenders, banks, federal/ state agencies, foundations and outside auditors. Reports included financials statements such as the balance sheet, income statement, statement of Cash flows, FP&A, weekly sales pacing reports and Cash flow forecasting.

The job also covered negotiating and supervising company benefits, insurance programs, leases and legal affairs. One of the functions involved performing financial due diligence for the business and radio station purchases. Key accomplishments involved owning the implementation of new Sage 300 Accpac Financial System (GL, AP, AR, FA) and streamlining financial processes by automating the integration of sub system sub-ledger and payroll. Succeeded in cutting closing cycle time by 50% and reducing corporate operational Costs by 35% through effective operational resource restructure as well as process improvements.

What contributions could a controller who worked in real estate and metals/mining industries bring to your organization? Educational background is composed of Accounting Courses: Academic Diploma, AAS Degree in Accounting and BA Degree in Accounting. Credentials include a Registered Tax Preparer Certificate. Software and consulting experience consist of QuickBooks Pro, ACCPAC, Lawson, PeopleSoft and Peachtree.

Challenges like verifying, allocating and posting details of business transactions to journals/accounts, depreciation, cash flow and reconciling account were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. Serving in a real estate company as a controller, has worked on bank deposits/transfers, forms 940, 941, 1099, W2s, accrued vacations, sick, and personal time, as well as workers’ compensation. Part of the job was to research and record inconsistencies in A/R A/P, trial balance and billings using advance Excel (V Look Up and Pivot Table). Also, has recorded assets liabilities to balance sheet, as well as compiled sales/use tax liability on a monthly basis. Some of the tasks were doing financial reporting (P & L, Balance Sheet, A/R A/P Summaries), as well as obtaining information from all departments to compile reports.

Shared expertise by verifying, allocating and posting details of business transactions to journals/accounts, depreciation, cash flow and reconciling accounts. Acting as a controller in a metals/mining company, has used QuickBooks Pro, Abila (MIP), Fund EZ, My PC, Evolve and other accounting software to maintain an accurate general ledger according GAAP Rules. Moreover, has worked on bank deposits/transfers, forms 940, 941, 1099, W2s, accrued vacations, sick, and personal time, as well as workers’ compensation.