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

Could your organization use a controller who is experienced in business services, nonprofit and pharmaceutical industries, as well as proficient in PeopleSoft, MS Dynamics GP, Sage MAS 90 and Peachtree/Sage 50? Technical proficiencies cover PeopleSoft, MS Dynamics GP, Sage MAS 90, Peachtree/Sage 50, Lawson and QuickBooks. Educational background includes Bachelor of Business Administration, major in Accounting.

Some impact contributions of this controller included directing month-end close activities for US and international subsidiaries, running all PeopleSoft month-end accounting processes, as well as preparing monthly financial statements, translations and consolidations. This individual prepared financial reports for executive committee as well as board of managers and reviewed/analyzed monthly financial activity across all subsidiaries. Key roles involved analyzing all monthly reporting variances between budget and actual, preparing corporate overhead mid-year forecasts and annual budget and preparing PeopleSoft financial system for budgets. Tasks consisted of preparing quarterly sales, use tax and yearly personal property tax filings. Skills brought to the table involved serving as a corporate point person for accounting PeopleSoft system related issues for all financial heads and handling special projects as needed from private equity owners. Functions covered writing queries and writing nVision reports as needed in PeopleSoft for the finance department.

Another job consisted of overseeing the accounting department for a community foundation with assets greater than $207M and leading the yearly audit with clean audit opinion. Schedules were prepared for the company on time 990 filing. The finance manager and finance assistant were supervised. The general ledger was maintained, including month-end, quarter-end and annual closing of 570+ component funds.

Would hiring a controller who worked in manufacturing and professional services industries a current business consideration? Software proficiencies involve QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, Dynamics Forecaster, Infinia and Sage 50 (Peachtree) Accounting. Education and certification consist of Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Master of Business Administration.

Acting as a controller in a manufacturing company, has evaluated and managed month end financial entries regarding general ledger accounts and personally ensured statement accuracy. This professional maintained fiscal spreadsheets and managed property files including domestic US and Canadian locations. Also, has leveraged expertise with QuickBooks to improve accounting processes. Moreover, has processed account reconciliations and headed past due account collections. Key contributions were engaging the Chief Financial Officer to streamline execution of diverse projects to boost accounting productivity and drive profitability.

While working as an accounting manager, accomplishments were analyzing financial information and summarizing financial status, as well as spotting errors and suggesting ways to improve efficiency. Part of the job was to provide technical support and advice to accounting staff. In addition, has supported month end and year end process, as well as performed development and document business processes including accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls. Furthermore, has ensured compliance with GAAP principles.

How can a controller with extensive experience working in construction industry help your organization? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting Management and Information Systems. Software skills include Sage 300 CRE/Sage Timberline, 100 Master Builder, Sage 50 Peachtree, Crystal Reports, MAS 90 Pro Contractor, QuickBooks, Quicken, C++ based programs, Concord Construction Software, Dbase III plus Programs, ADP Payroll and DSI. Also, is knowledgeable in cash/accrual, as well as manual/computerized methods of accounting.

Working with challenging issues such as functioning as an executive management team member have vetted this specialist’s work experience. This individual was in charge of banking relations and financing, review and preparation of bank draws for all larger projects including and not limited to the loan increases for any necessary change orders with detailed budget plans. Serving in a construction company as a CFO/controller, has worked with senior management to develop the annual budget and business plan for each corporation for all overhead expenses. Some of the duties were leading the operational, financial, compliance, and information systems internal audits and investigations for two related entities. Also, was responsible for supervision of bookkeeper and 5 project accountants.

With a “can do approach” in the area of correcting the Timberline software set up parameters that were incorrect and creating a fully automated set of books that had full functioning capability have been career objectives. This initiative has resulted in quicker and more accurate reporting of company’s financial position at all times. Acting as a controller in another construction company, has converted accounting data from QuickBooks into Sage 100 Master Builder. Additional responsibilities were budgeting, entering and coding all estimates into Master Builder, as well as creating the cost system for various types of work that would be used in the future along with Project Management and Estimators.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a controller with work experience in manufacturing, automotive and real estate industries? Educational attainment is composed of BA- Bachelor of Arts Degree with a Business/Math Group Major and MBA- Masters of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. Systems experience consists of SAP, AS/400, QuickBooks, Hyperion Essbase and Lotus Notes.

Serving in a manufacturing company as a controller, responsible for financial statement management and all accounting activities as well as assisted with ERP (AS/400) implementation. This specialist was in charge of cash management; Payroll & HR Supervision; treasury/banking activity; forecasting & budgeting; financial analysis including customer giveback recommendations and validation of quoting activity; as well as PO processing. Moreover, worked with external accounting firm for year-end; supervising 4 full time and 1 part-time staff. Additionally, increased cash forecast from 3 weeks to 12 weeks for 2 entities.

As a controller in an automotive company, saved the company $100K by avoiding operational support payments to a vendor in financial difficulty by negotiating revised payment terms and working with commodity manager to determine revised pricing. Part of the job was to manage tooling budgets up to $25M, including PO approval, invoice approval and spending tracking. In addition, negotiated cockpit assembly agreement with a supplier on C446 program. Furthermore, responsible for various aspects of monthly closing and reporting, including creating journal entries.

Does a controller with experience in financial services, religious and manufacturing industries, as well as knowledgeable in Epicor, SAP and Hyperion pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes Epicor, SAP, QuickBooks, Hyperion, Cognos and Traverse. Educational background includes BS in Business Administration and Mini-MBA.

Major responsibilities of this controller included handling all financials for a $9m manufacturing company and securing bank financing while restructuring a mix of long-term/ line-of-credit debt. Epicor was selected as the next financial package to replace sun-setting Infor system.

Key roles in other jobs covered performing all financial duties for a $25m manufacturer including treasury and 401(k) co-fiduciary, as well as optimizing accounts payable automated system saving $75,000 in salaries per year. Implementing weekly checkbook view of cash for general operations for staff and board for real-time, full-disclosure reporting (graph of six-month cash forecast by week, replacing table of numbers), in addition to helping prepare or review reports and semi-annual grantee report to a generous foundation were positive experiences brought to the business table. This specialist reduced monthly spending from $250k to under $100k through staff reductions and managed collaborative salary re-negotiation, rescuing organization from shutdown. Third party payroll/HR service was implemented, improving employee service and reducing errors. The job covered coordinating and reviewing monthly reporting for seven plants, three industries, along with serving as interim plant controller for three months in middle of tenure. Internal audit duties were carried out upon staffing change. Bank financing was negotiated, with 35% more working capital borrowing capacity for a $80m food co-manufacturer. A $2M payment from the customer was secured for inventory produced to their faulty schedule.

How can your organization gain an advantage with the help of a controller with work background in a healthcare services provider, as well as skilled in Sage 100, MAS 90/ 200, Hyperion Essbase and QuickBooks? Technical skills cover Sage MAS 90 and Sage MAS 200 (both Sage 100), as well as Hyperion Essbase, QuickBooks, ADP Payroll, AS/400, Prelude, Ceridian and Crystal Reports. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science in Accounting.

Main functions of this controller involved managing 6 employees and guiding financial decisions by establishing, monitoring and enforcing company policies/ procedures including the protection of assets by enforcing internal controls. Coordinating and directing the financial reporting, financial statement preparation, executive dashboard, yearly audit, monthly/ quarterly management reports, budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll throughout the company were some of the duties. The monthly and quarterly management reports were produced promptly for the executive team and board of directors. A work smart environment was established to improve overall business operations through automation and streamlining of financial and accounting processes resulting in cost savings.

Notable tasks included restructuring the chart of accounts to provide a more flexible reporting structure by department level as the company continued to grow, along with implementing the roll out and go-live of the Concur expense program to improve the review of monthly expenses throughout the company. Functions covered researching and implementing various business process improvements that resulted in increased productivity and decrease in costs. This was specifically done through the implementation of E-Recruit. This will be done with automation of the invoicing process, payroll processing, and some profitability analysis.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this controller who worked in software, financial services and retail industries, as well as proficient in Deltek GCS Premier and QuickBooks? Technical competencies involve Deltek GCS Premier, QuickBooks and COBOL System. Educational background includes MBA in Controllership/Program Management, Master of Science in Controllership and Bachelor of Science in Accounting/Management.

Important contributions of this controller included creating and establishing the complete corporate finance architecture for the company implementing Deltek GCS, designing and implementing all procedures, as well as developing long and short-term business strategies to convert from QuickBooks to Deltek GCS. This individual managed a staff of 7 teaching implementation procedures for running dual accounting systems for a 3-month implementation period. Designing a check and balance mechanism for end of quarter reconciliations between accounting systems was completed.

Skills covered creating and establishing complete corporate finance architecture for company, designing and implementing all procedures, developing long and short-term business plans and directing finance and information technology groups. The job entailed overseeing staff growth to 25 individuals as the company grew to 470 employees and directing a team of over 20 district managers, office managers, supervisors, and administrative employees. An analytical framework was created for identifying and developing financial growth opportunities. Ownership of accounting, forecasting and strategic supply planning was assumed. Tasks covered developing annual budgets in collaboration with the financial director and working closely with the CEO to plan forecasted operating costs for scheduled projects with other departments.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a corporate controller with experience working in telecommunications, manufacturing and accounting services industries? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy with minor in Information Systems and Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA). Software skills involve NetSuite Customer Resource Manager (CRM), Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains), Oracle and Salesforce.

Serving in a telecom company as a corporate controller, has managed the company’s Hoshin Kanri that focused on the critical initiatives necessary to accomplish objectives. This professional was responsible for all Public Company SEC filings, including 10Q, 10K, 8K, etc., as well as improving and streamlining the quarterly 10Q process, and the annual 10K process including version control. This specialist has implemented Avalara sales and use tax software which integrated with NetSuite eliminating manual returns, as well as implemented CCH Integrator Suite, which allowed for tax data collection, tax provision, tax compliance, audit support, and tax planning; all managed with a single, web-hosted solution which reduced inefficiencies in the tax process.

As a controller, has implemented a more robust cash flow model reducing cycle time from 7 to 2 days and reduced audit time by 65%. In addition, has identified and drove best practices in revenue growth (volume, price, and reimbursement) and cost containment that challenges the status quo and demonstrated a sense of urgency.

Would your company benefit from a controller who worked in digital technology, molecular biology and manufacturing industries with knowledge in JD Edwards? Technical skills cover JD Edwards, Insight Unlimited, Cognos, Frango, MAPICS ERP, SAP R3, BW/BI, Portal, Hyperion Financial Management (HFM), IBM iSeries, AS/400 and more.

Major duties consisted of handling all aspects of finance, accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, analysis, business process improvements, internal/external audits, controls, GAAP, SOX, SEC, IRS and ensuring regulatory compliance. Strategic organizational relationships were built to advocate, spearhead and leverage support of the organization to maximize business decisions and system processes through technical capabilities/optimization.

Implementing innovative business, system process improvements and cost saving initiatives through lean manufacturing, kaizen events plus strategic business goals resulted in productivity efficiencies. Key roles covered executing best practices, synergies and business integration. Other functions were JDE system implementations/enhancements, report writing and query tools usage.

Would a detail-oriented corporate controller with experience working in airline and chemical industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science, Major in Accounting. This specialist is a Certified Public Accountant. Expertise in systems and software include Lawson G/L, Oracle, Kronos, GroupWise, JD Edwards, Lacerte tax software and MAPICS.

Some accomplishments included developing a plan for SOX turn-around by training staff, implementing process documentation, and assigning control environment leaders and process owners, within 9 months of hire. As a corporate controller in an airline company, has exceptions and deficiencies decreased from 34 findings in 2007 to 0 in 2008. Some of the tasks were developing and initiating Cost Transformation of the company resulting in 60% reduction in operating costs and 40% for overhead with improved performance over a 2-year period. Moreover, has exceeded the airlines’ planned operating profit by 40% ($42M) through cost reduction initiatives. Finance department plan was $4M but exceeded plan with an actual $17M.

Shared expertise by participating as lead member of team responsible for Valdosta plant turning first profits in 1996 after 15 consecutive years of losses. Acting as a regional controller in an adhesive chemical plant, has improved yields and decreased cycle time through various equipment analysis and new capital justification. Other duties were putting accounting department in place at Valdosta plant. Upon arrival there was no structured accounting group. Furthermore, has converted manual time card payroll system to automated T&A system reducing payroll time and errors. In addition, has attained multiple President’s Award winner for participating as a team member of the corporate-wide General Ledger installation of Lawson GL as well as Most Improved Facility.

Would a controller with familiarity in manufacturing, chemical and technology industries who used Oracle help your organization achieve greater success? Technical specializations cover Oracle. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science in Accountancy. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant.

Developing and mentoring an underperforming finance team that was considered one of the best in the company were some of the key focuses of this controller. Responsibilities covered developing a 5-year strategic plan, annual budget, and periodic forecasting, as well as implementing a business intelligence tool that improved sales and margin analysis efficiency by 50%. That tool has been implemented globally. An important contribution involved saving the company $1M annually by working with operations to pinpoint variances on 250-gallon tote products, which led to the purchase of more accurate tote fillers and reduced overfill. Duties involved analyzing and integrating acquisitions that increased sales by $50M and EBIT by $15M annually, along with implementing Oracle ERP system that improved company efficiency and reduced costs by $1M annually.

Notable tasks included administering the month-end close and consolidation, financial reporting and monthly board package. One of the functions involved implementing a Trade Promotions module within the ERP system to better track and report on trade promotion expenses. A financial reporting package (Intacct) was implemented to automate and improve the financial reporting process. The month-end close and consolidation, including international subsidiaries were completed, along with managing a shared service accounting group that handled accounting for the entire company.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this controller with senior experience working in different sectors including land development, pipe threading/fabrication and engineering? Technological background includes Sage 50/Peachtree, MS Dynamics AX, Solomon, Syteline, Yardi, QuickBooks, EDI Systems, GlobalShop, UNIX Systems, Tax Software and Lotus.

Being responsible for maintaining an adequate, accurate and timely system of accounting records was a primary duty while working for a pipe threading/fabrication company. The supervision of all accounting transactions (from billings and supplier invoices to general entries) was also carried out. Additional tasks were composed of enhancing the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results and ensuring that accounting alongside the reported results complied with GAAP including tax rules.

Acting as a controller for a land development company, part of the job was to assist with audit, G/L- financial statement, reconciliations and work papers for financial reports. Other tasks included working on bond issue statement, contract/proposal breakdowns and revenue accounting.