Below are the 13 Controllers with various industries & systems experience. The Thor Group® provides controllers or CFO's who know your industry & your systems on a consulting, contracting, interim or direct hire basis.

Could your organization use a controller with experience in acute care hospitals who is proficient in PeopleSoft, Cerner and Meditech? Technical proficiencies cover PeopleSoft, Kaufman Hall ENUFF, BlackLine, Cerner, Siemens MedSeries 4, Paragon, Meditech, AS/400 HIS, and other various proprietary systems. Educational attainment includes BS, Business Administration (Emphasis in Accounting).

Primary tasks included serving in a key financial management position, handling the accurate valuation of net patient accounts receivable, directing the general ledger and accounts payable as well as successfully converting/implementing the accounting systems. Leading the hospital for the successful completion of year-end financial and payor audits, ensuring the compliance with OSHPD, Medicare and GAAP accounting standards were some of the key roles. The job consisted of leading the successful conversion of the hospital’s general ledger accounting from Cerner MS4 to PeopleSoft. The new analytical tools were developed to more quickly and accurately assess the hospital’s financial data.

Challenges like modeling, preparing and analyzing contractual and bad debt reserves, to ensure that net revenue and net receivables were appropriately stated were welcomed and successfully completed. This specialist managed the accounts payable department and upon the acquisition of the hospital by a health system, led the fiscal year conversion project, to synchronize the fiscal year. The Kaufman Hall ENUFF budgeting package was successfully implemented. The hospital’s fixed assets ledger was redesigned for the conversion to the PeopleSoft platform. With a staff of 6 accountants, the job involved leading the hospitals for successful completion of year-end financial audits, lender audits and payor audits.

Would a detail-oriented controller with experience working in chemical, retail and accounting services industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS Accounting and Master of Business Administration. Computer skills consist of SAP ERP.

Some jobs included utilizing SAP software and Excel spreadsheets for analyzing and communicating results, as well as monitoring plant-wide accounting functions, including fixed assets, raw material and finished goods, stores’ inventory, purchasing functions and payroll. Serving as a controller in a chemical company, provided cross-functional insight for various groups and served as site SAP security coordinator and approval authorization coordinator. This professional stayed abreast of advancements in technology to continually learn and utilize technology to its maximum efficiency. Moreover, managed a professional staff of two to six personnel and a $200,000,000 budget, with responsibility for cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, general accounting, accounts payable, fixed assets, inventory and accounts receivable.

Shared expertise by managing the budget by analyzing raw-material usage and factory cost history, as well as guiding the plant staff to recommend changes, calculate and advise as to results. In addition, communicated the results to upper management for review and further communications and changes, as well as ensured the financial integrity of the information. Furthermore, ensured procedures were in place and being followed as well as served as key control sign-off for SOX audit requirements. Similarly, provided oversight as site security coordinator for employee approval authorization and SAP security database.

What can a controller with work background in a children’s hospital and health IT, as well as specialization in QuickBooks Pro/Online Accounting, PeopleSoft and Oracle bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve QuickBooks Pro, Online Accounting Software, PeopleSoft, Oracle and Peachtree/Sage 50. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science in Accounting, minor in Business Administration. This individual is CPA eligible.

Working with areas such as closing month, quarter and annual books, as well as reporting to internal/ external management were part of this controller’s work experience. Duties covered designing or implementing schedules for unearned revenues, department cross-charges and stock option earn-outs. All cash functions were managed, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking and credit activity. Cash flow projections were generated to ensure liquidity for continued operations. Tasks included implementing Paycor payroll and onboarding system, in addition to standardizing onboarding or exit process. A financial package was created to accompany RFP for $1.5M grant from the State grant administrator.

Responsibilities in another job consisted of communicating effectively with internal customers to provide timely and accurate financial reports, as well troubleshooting and handling customer service functions. Reading and interpreting contracts from state, federal and private sponsors were some of the functions. This specialist created, reviewed, and approved cost transfers as well as journal entries. Macros was created and distributed to the staff to speed up reporting by up to 60%.

Would hiring a controller with experience working in construction, manufacturing and financial services industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Professional certifications include Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Technical skills include JD Edwards, Hyperion Planning and Essbase, PeopleSoft, Traverse Consolidation Package, TSO (Mainframe), Microsoft Dynamics AX & Great Plains and SAP.

Acting as a controller, provided guidance concerning the application of corporate policies and US GAAP standards, as well as coordinated month-end close for eleven entities in six currencies, operating as 15 business units. Some of the tasks were designing a temporary solution to capture detailed accounting data as a stop-gap until a fully integrated ERP package could be implemented, as well as managing a team of outsourced and domestic professionals, to work towards common goals and process improvements. Part of the job was to identify areas of improvement through utilization of balance sheet analysis skills, as well as develop audit plans to ensure future compliance and success of the entity.

While working for a construction and building materials company as a controller, created a system for the consolidation and reporting of seven’s regional businesses operating under 35 different legal entities using the Hyperion Planning and Essbase tools. Moreover, was responsible for managing all accounting operations of a $400M region to include preparation of financial statements, month end close, general ledger maintenance, financial analysis, and supervision of three professionals.

Does a controller with experience in acute care hospitals pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes Lawson. Educational background includes Masters of Public Affairs, concentration Health Services Administration and Bachelor of Science in Accounting. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant.

Major responsibilities of this controller included handling all accounting, audit, payroll and reimbursement areas, related staff for finance, nursing and corporate support services, as well as reporting directly to the chief financial officer and previously was matrixed to the vice-president of nursing and human resources with 5 direct reports and 40 associates. There were 3 direct reports with 20 associates. This individual was involved as a major participant in a financial improvement team effort related to a major Cost reduction program for a turn-around situation for the organization in which $24 Million of Cost were eliminated permanently from the organization. An additional role covered restructuring of the hospital’s investments by establishing policies and procedures, asset allocation targets and hiring investment managers to manage the funds. This increased income by approximately $400,000 annually. A new Financial Accounting System (Lawson) was installed, which saved approximately $450,000 annually through the reduction of staff, paper and storage as well as increased productivity and efficiency to take advantage of electronic versus manual labor.

The job covered consolidating two separate hospital financial systems into one, which reduced operating Costs by 10% and led to an increase of approximately $8.0 Million in disproportionate share payments to the hospital. An additional task consisted of getting involved in 3 separate tax exempt revenue bond financings with the latest issuance of $75 Million.

Could your organization use a controller with experience in manufacturing, telecommunications and marketing industries who is knowledgeable in Epicor, QuickBooks, MAS and ADP Payroll? Technical proficiencies cover Epicor, QuickBooks, MAS, ADP Payroll, AS/400 Query, Macola and Crystal Reports. Educational background includes MBA in Global Management and Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. This individual is a Certified Management Accountant and obtained Certifications in Lean Manufacturing White Belt and Six Sigma Green Belt.

Primary tasks of this controller included implementing the Epicor ERP system and managing the accounting function through business growth of 30%. Aside from calculating revenue and profitability by customer, product line and job, accomplishments involved reducing annual inventory costing process by 66% and reducing average monthly close time from 15 to 3 days while reducing the department headcount. The full P&L as well as balance sheet was managed. Internal controls were strengthened to safeguard assets. The job consisted of costing and controlling inventory, in addition to leading all aspects of monthly, quarterly and year-end close and audits. Year-end tax returns prepared by outside CPAs were reviewed. This individual reviewed credit applications from potential customers and managed human resources for over 100 employees including hiring, benefits and discipline issues.

Challenges like providing financial leadership to two metal manufacturing, a holding company and the largest cattle ranch in the Midwest, in addition to handling the year and month-end close focusing on revenue, expense, asset, liability accounts and reconciliations were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. Payroll was recorded into the general ledger. An additional function covered handling daily bank reconciliations, cash application, A/P and A/R.

How can a controller with vast work background in a women’s hospital help your organization? Computer skills are composed of NetSuite, PeopleSoft, Peachtree, Great Plains Dynamics, nVision Report Writer, ADP Payroll, Paychex Payroll, Bloomberg, QuickBooks Enterprise and Quicken 4.0.

Working with challenging issues such as managing all financial responsibilities for a non-profit cardiology group within the hospital have vetted this specialist’s work experience. While employed in a women’s hospital, has worked directly with VP to ensure compliance with hospital regulations. Some of the tasks were supervising a small group and reviewing work on a daily basis for accuracy, as well as providing monthly financial reports for group Director and VP so they could assess performance. This professional produced monthly forecasts and budgets based on past and future expenses including revenue for group. Also, has created new accounts payable tracking system in order to troubleshoot any problems with vendors.

With a “can do approach” in the area of managing monthly close process, which includes extensive P&L as well as Balance sheet analysis, then sending completed and accurate financials to CEO by the 15th of every month. Acting as a controller, has sent out final sales numbers and highlights to entire company on the 1st business day of every month. Part of the job was to download and book hundreds of bank as well as credit card transactions to correct GL accounts on a weekly basis.

Would hiring a controller with experience working in financial services, home/office products and restaurant industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS Management and MBA. Software skills involve PeopleSoft ERP, SAP, Hyperion Essbase, Business Objects and Kanban.

Acting as a controller in a financial services company, completed monthly PeopleSoft to GPL reconciliation schedule, involving contacting multiple product controllers to ensure completion of reconciliation. Some of the tasks were reconciling monthly P&L and budget updates between GPL and PeopleSoft using Hyperion Essbase, as well as creating monthly PFP reports to coincide with the reorganization of product lines. Moreover, generated Ad Hoc reports including PeopleSoft GBM drilldowns, and PeopleSoft department ownership inquiries.

While working for a home & office products company, managed and led six Team Leaders and approximately 50 employees in a production facility to increase effectiveness, by implementing Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and team building concepts. Also, was responsible for training of employees, safety improvements, and organization (5S) of area. Furthermore, kept track of daily production as it dealt with plant effectiveness and production goals, as well as conducted evaluations of Team Leaders’ Performance.

How can your organization gain an advantage with the help of a controller with work background in an adult hospital and a general hospital? Technical skills cover Lawson Financials and Kronos. Educational attainment includes B.S. Accounting. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant.

While working for an adult hospital, main functions of this controller were comprised of supervising 18 employees and directly supervising 2 managers. This individual revitalized the general accounting services team through the selection, training and implementation of new information technology systems for payroll, timekeeping, general ledger, fixed assets, accounts payable and financial reporting. Lawson Financials were managed (general ledger, reporting, fixed assets, accounts payable, payroll), along with mainframe (general ledger, reporting, fixed assets, accounts payable, payroll). Kronos & DDI (timekeeping software) were also utilized. Duties involved participating in a significant CEO and COO leadership change for the organization; meeting new and increased demands for accounting support reducing financial statement issuance from 15 days to 8 days.

A financial support program was developed for operational leadership to bridge the service continuum with the financial support function through relationships and education. One of the responsibilities consisted of serving as an integral part of the corporate compliance implementation team for contracts review with legal counsel. An additional function covered serving as an integral part of the financial management team supervising 20 financial services employees as the director of accounting, payroll and financial planning. Directly supervising 2 managers was also completed. Lawson Financials (general ledger, reporting, fixed assets, accounts payable, payroll) was utilized.

How can a controller with work experience in energy and real estate industries help your organization? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Business Administration in Management. Computer skills include SAP ERP, Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, FRx and Business Intelligence Software.

Working with challenging issues such as being fully responsible for the accounting department, reporting directly to the CFO, as well as managing staff of nine have vetted this specialist’s work experience. While employed as a controller, facilitated monthly close process and reporting of financial results to Executive team with annual revenues in excess of $70M. Also, fully responsible for coordination of the year end audit by outside auditors and reporting to 3rd party lender, as well as responsible for annual budget, weekly forecasting and cash flow process. Moreover, acted as a liaison between finance and operations on all day-to-day matters.

With a “can do approach” in the area of reconciliation and validation of PMI interfaced trading activities, extensively utilizing intercompany and SAP knowledge. Serving in an energy company, streamlined PMI close process after SAP implementation, as well as facilitated PMI application of cash receipts and table maintenance for further SAP automation. Furthermore, did balance sheet account reconciliations of various corporate entities.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a controller with experience working in retail and restaurant industries? Educational attainment is composed of BA in Business Admin (Professional Accounting). Technological know-how involves Peachtree (Sage 50), APPGEN Software, QuickBooks, Cougar Mountain Accounting Software, FAS fixed asset system training (SAGE), Timberline accounting software training and DacEasy Payroll.

Serving in a retail company as a controller, responsibilities included carrying out P/R, A/R, A/P, O/E, F/A, G/L and financials. Accomplishments involved business growth from 3 Income statements to 7, supervising accounting staff of eight, as well as maintaining with sales growth of $40M to $180M. This professional has led the construction of annual budget, prepared and assisted reporting to Board of Directors, as well as satisfied annual external audit-PWC and Corporate. Some of the tasks were performing month end close duties, bringing P/R back in-house via Peachtree Accounting, as well as maintaining reporting for consolidation. Furthermore, has realized success with development of staff, as well as reported weekly flash P&L forecast.

As a controller in a restaurant, has performed reconciliation and prepared for yearend. Other duties were writing model for CC revenue activity reconciliation, maintaining HR growth, doing payroll set-up on QuickBooks and quarterly taxes, as well as reporting directly to partners/owners.

What can a controller with work background in a nonprofit teaching hospital bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve Lawson, Oracle, QuickBooks, PeopleSoft, Paychex and Hyperion. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science, Accounting.

Working with areas such as reorganizing Lawson Accounting System policies and controls to increase accuracy was one of the responsibilities of this controller. Duties covered reviewing and reconciling the Lawson interface from other departments to assure correct data. This individual created and maintained new companies, departments and chart of accounts on Lawson General Ledger System. Skills brought to the table consisted of managing the accounting staff and overseeing accounts payable, Cash posting, accounts receivable, grant accounting, payroll and statistics departments. The job entailed producing, presenting and reviewing financial, statistical, strategic planning, and forecasting reports of the organization and its for profit and not for profit subsidiaries, $2 Billion in assets to board of directors, CFO, federal, state and city regulators.

Other functions consisted of downsizing and reorganizing the accounting staff to meet accounting, Cash posting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and statistical analysis and reporting objectives. The job covered completing every annual audit on a timely basis with unqualified opinions and no findings, as well as managing the timely filling of all quarterly and annual federal and state reports. Tasks involved reviewing and reconciling financial report analysis, Cash posting analysis, variance analysis, budget analysis, trend analysis, asset management analysis, contribution analysis, and statistical analysis of accounting staff. Financial models and macros were developed for downloading financial and analysis reports.

Does a controller who is experienced in manufacturing, accounting and financial services industries, as well as knowledgeable in Oracle pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes Oracle and QuickBooks. Areas of expertise include inventory and Cost accounting functions. Educational background includes Master’s of Business Administration and Bachelor of Science (Accounting). This individual obtained Certified Management Accountant (CMA) status.

Major responsibilities of this controller included serving as functional team leader for Oracle ERP Suite upgrade from v.11.0.3 to 12.0.4 and reorganizing the department to handle reduction in staffing levels. Key roles covered working as a procedure writer and monitoring the company’s first export management program. This individual handled the company’s export management system, supervised the staffs ranging in size from two to four people, maintaining and reconciling detailed job Cost records, as well as analyzing and updating the overhead rates. Running Oracle Cost updates, reviewing bills of material and routings, as well as reconciling the inventory were positive experiences brought to the business table. Managing all banking and CPA relationships, investments, risk management, collections, commissions and external reporting was included in the list of duties. Days sales outstanding was reduced from 50 to 41 days.

The job covered preparing all financial statements, preparing monthly ratio analyses, graphical presentations, and variance analyses, in addition to creating in Excel a model for five-year strategic growth plan. Aside from preparing due diligence workpapers for private equity buyout, work was done with the broker to prepare quality of earnings analyses for private equity buyout.