Below are the 6 Directors or Managers of Finance & 5 Assistant Controllers with various industries & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides CFO's and controllers with your industry & systems experience on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this financial manager with extensive work experience in an academic medical center? Educational background is composed of Associate of Arts in Business Accounting and Bachelor of Arts in Business Accounting/Finance. Technological know-how involves Oracle EPSi, SAP and Hyperion.

Contributed to the organization’s success by performing MDA analysis of monthly activity, forecasting operating results and any other analysis as needed. As a financial manager in an academic medical center, has prepared financial statements for existing cost centers (colorectal surgery, gastroenterology and liver transplant surgery) on a monthly basis. Part of the job was working with administrators in developing a standard methodology for reporting financial activity in their respective cost centers and providing the reports back to the institute chairman and department chairman. Also, has assisted with the administration and financial support of annual report, operating and capital budgets.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by assisting in the management of accounts payable and general ledger review as well as reconciliation. This financial manager prepared any necessary journal entries while maintaining and analyzing capital expenditures, buy vs. lease analysis as well as endowment and fund transactions. In addition, has managed the Institute’s financial team including financial counselors, reimbursement specialists and coders as well as Patient Scheduling Representatives (25 FTEs). Furthermore, had strong knowledge and understanding of CPT Codes and ICD-10 Codes, reimbursement, billing and denials procedures.

How can a finance director with experience working in software and technology industries help your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Professional certifications include Certified Trainer for MAS 90/200 and CPA certification. Technical expertise includes Peachtree/Sage 50, MAS 90/200, QuickBooks and Automotive Pro.

Working with challenging issues such as authorizing MAS 90/200 and BusinessWorks reseller with 50 recurring clients including several Peachtree/QuickBooks Pro clients have vetted this specialist’s work experience. Serving as a finance director in a software company, has functioned as a certified trainer for MAS 90 General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bank Reconciliation, Purchase Order, Inventory, Sales Order, Payroll and Intelligence (reporting). Also, has extensive experience with data conversion, implementation, classroom and on-site training, including technical support and report writing (including F9, FRx, Crystal reports and MAS Intelligence).

With a “can do approach” in the area of identifying deficiencies in accounting system and making recommendations for improvement have been career objectives. As a director of finance, has identified multiple unrecorded and past due payables/receivables and other liabilities, netting an additional $50,000 in revenue. This professional has successfully migrated accounting system from Quicken to Peachtree. Moreover, has performed thorough careful cash management and Board approval, brought accounts receivable and payable as well as other liabilities current.

Would a senior financial manager with diverse talents in technology, project management and leadership and is highly adept in the implementation and management of SAP accounting systems and procedures match the needs of your organization? Core competencies consist of reporting, budgeting, needs assessment, advanced financial analysis, process improvement, financial statements, risk management, Big Data analysis and financial analysis. Software knowledge includes SAP, Excel VB, SAP BI/BW, SAP BPC, Oracle and Cognos.

At a manufacturing company as a financial manager, part of the job was to develop the company’s monthly SAP financial reporting package for the senior management. Responsibilities included supporting the design team on the preparation of the appropriation request forms and project management. Assisting the regional financial director on the monthly reconciliation of branch expenses and legal entity was one of the key tasks completed.

As a financial manager for a distribution company, main functions were directing and managing the migration/validation of five years of financial data from Oracle legacy to IBM Cognos Controller and TM1. This included validating critical data flow quality from Core SAP and Legacy applications. Other tasks involved designing various templates to reconcile systems (SAP Financials, Project Systems, COPA and SAP BPC) which ensured major operational efficiency gain and reduction of FTEs.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a senior finance manager with experience working in communications solutions and technology industries? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Science in Accounting. This professional is a Certified Public Accountant-Active, and Certified Global Management Accountant-Active. Software know-how involves NetSuite, Dynamics Great Plains, Oracle Hyperion, ProSystem FX Suite, FRX, SQL, QuickBooks Pro, Bloomberg, SAP, Reuters, Vertex, MAS 90, Avalara and Salesforce.

As a senior finance manager, oversaw the consolidated recording of revenue and billing activities for an international cloud-based data and voice service business with over $250 million in annual revenue while being responsible for maintaining effective relationships with a diverse client base as well as external auditors. Also, has structured timely review of credit card monthly receipts of $10 million and monthly invoice reconciliation of $3 million under tight month-end deadlines, as well as researched timing and reconciliation issues to minimize time spent on year- end audit. Moreover, has created monthly revenue and accounts receivable reconciliation files that enabled CFO to review and compare customized hosted billing and collection system to the NetSuite Financial GL system, as well as provided a listing of timing and permanent differences to conform to GAAP, utilized by auditors and key executives.

Being the accounting/finance manager in a software company, executed timely month-end closings of consolidated receivables of $5 million, revenues of $15 million for North Americas and foreign currencies of $2 million in Softrax as well as on a new Oracle Hyperion ERP system. Additional responsibilities were hiring, training and managing a team of 4 financial professionals; implementing clear deadlines for international billing, collections and contract review apart from preparing commissions reporting. Furthermore, has provided analysis for CFO on daily cash report for treasury functions including foreign currencies and monthly reconciliation of deposits to ensure accuracy.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a finance manager with experience working in food services and catering industries? Educational background is composed of BS Accounting and Administration. Professional certifications earned as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Paralegal. Software skills include QuickBooks Pro, Intuit ProSeries, ABS Accounting System, Sage Software, ACCPAC Advantage Series and MAPICS.

Serving in a food services company as a finance manager, was accountable for organization’s accounting practices, fiscal records, and reporting functions, including presentation to management, Board of Directors, shareholders, and external groups on financial health of the company. This professional was responsible for hiring and supervising finance and accounting personnel while managing payroll, accounts payable, treasury, and plant operations in Ecuador. Also, has delivered $2 million in savings during tenure through successful negotiation of millions of dollars in resources with multiple financial institutions based solely on annual review of finances versus audit.

As a general manager in a catering services company, has held full accountability for entire financial operation, including $5 million budget, F&B forecasting, catering activities, and establishment of corporate policies and procedures. Part of the job was to report directly to President, Board of Directors, and Shareholders. Moreover, has credited with accelerating sales by 15% year-over-year throughout tenure by ensuring optimum levels of financial performance comprised of planning, effective budgeting, and resource optimization. Furthermore, has analyzed and instituted inventory controls continually accelerating annual profit margins by 10%.

Would hiring a finance manager who worked in aerospace/defense, aviation and engineering industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Science in Finance and Investments as well as Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance and Investments. Software skills involve Deltek Costpoint, Deltek GCS, Microsoft Dynamics Navision, Cognos and QuickBooks.

Acting as a finance manager in an aerospace/defense company, increased revenue and invoiced an additional $750K due to an in-depth project evaluation and investigation. This specialist collected $135K of previously considered uncollectible receivables through enhanced project analysis and inquiry of a corporate IT project. Moreover, devised a Project Review and Management process that can quickly identify at-risk FFP jobs for immediate action to increase profitability. Furthermore, developed a Project Management tool to forecast Estimates at Completion (EAC) resulting in significant efficiency and increased estimate reliability.

While working for an aviation company as a sr. finance manager, was instrumental in $16M contract turnaround from -15% to +8% gross margin. Part of the job was to maximize overall effectiveness by ensuring that the group’s financial information was seamlessly integrated with FAR, GAAP, and corporate policies/procedures. Additionally, performed contract management by supporting negotiations with government and subcontractors. Furthermore, played key role in delivering RFP, RFI Review, creation of price proposals, independent and external audit support, including DCAA and DCMA.

Could your organization use an assistant controller who is experienced in waste management, nonprofit and retail industries, as well as proficient in Sage 100, Sage MIP and Sage ABRA? Technical proficiencies cover Sage 100 (formerly Sage MAS 90), Sage MIP, Sage ABRA, Sage MAS 500, QuickBooks and ADP. Educational background includes MBA (Finance, with distinction), Bachelor of Science in Technical Management (Accounting, summa cum laude) and Associate’s degree in Business Administration.

Some impact contributions included being instrumental in completing a business review of their financial operations, working with Sage MAS 500 consultants in redesigning the procurement process, hiring new staff and streamlining many manual inefficiencies by adding automated processes. This individual implemented and rolled out the new electronic document management system that fully integrated the procurement process. In doing so we greatly improved financial controls and created a complete electronic approval process integrating system workflow into the accounts payable process. The new system was designed to expand as the company and activity grows without added staff. An additional role involved working with SQL architects to design and expand reporting of financial or operational data. The result created an efficient and improved financial data integrity. This also identified communication errors between ERP and CRM systems, and insured that there were no revenue lost between system applications.

Skills brought to the table in another job involved working with Sage Software consultant to create and implement Sage MAS 90 financial system consisting of rewriting data while maintaining financial integrity. One of the functions covered migrating to ADP payroll system to establish better internal control and reporting of payroll function.

Would an assistant controller with experience in the insurance industry and proficient in Epicor, NetSuite and MS Dynamics AX help your organization achieve greater success? Technical specializations cover Epicor, NetSuite, MS Dynamics AX, SAP, QuickBooks Pro, OpenAir and STAR. Aside from having Associate’s in Applied Science, the individual is pursuing Bachelor of Science in Accounting.

Making a positive difference with accurately performing all bank reconciliations addressing and correcting any discrepancies were some of the key focuses. Responsibilities covered managing and approving contractor invoices matching them to purchase orders and timesheet recording. Key roles involved consistently reviewing employee timesheets for accuracy before sending to payroll for processing and auditing employee expenses while overseeing reimbursements. This individual regularly maintained expatriate activity for year-end reporting in compliance with state/ federal regulations, as well as providing key assistance during the conversion from the Epicor Accounting System to Microsoft Dynamics AX.

Notable skills used on a regular basis included developing budgets and precise forecasts for all client-related P & L statements by utilizing project plans, in addition to reviewing and approving project-related journal entries or client invoices, checking for accuracy and identifying any discrepancies. Functions covered performing an array of ad-hoc projects under the direction of the CFO employing financial analysis, along with taking under advisement project costs, revenue and staff utilization to form an opinion that was reported to key stakeholders. Results from these reports had included staff reduction, project restructuring or allowances for bad debt. The job involved regularly identifying opportunities to capitalize costs in accordance with IAS 38, with the goal of driving profitability.

What can an assistant controller with experience in a medical center, a long term care facility and an oncology services provider, as well as specialization in Lawson, MS Dynamics Great Plains and Oracle do for your organization? Technical competencies consist of Lawson, MS Dynamics Great Plains, Oracle, Kronos Workforce Central, VisionWare and SQL. Educational background includes Master’s of Business Administration in Accounting and Bachelor of Science in Business Accounting.

Primary roles of this assistant controller were composed of managing the month-end close process, assisting the controller to ensure financial accuracy, preparing journal entries and entering into Lawson. Duties involved reviewing junior staff level entries, processing all the accrual accounting functions during month-end close, as well as managing and closing the fixed asset system. Other tasks covered processing all Medicare revenue on a monthly basis and reviewing the financial statements to ensure accuracy of expenses by completing expense schedules. Skills involved explaining any variances, making any adjustments as needed and forecasting a projection twice a month during mid-month processes of revenue & expenses for the following month.

Various financial reports were prepared throughout the month. Quarterly financial reports were also prepared. Responsibilities involved managing balance sheet reconciliations such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, accumulated depreciation, prepaid accounts and inventory accounts, in addition to reconciling bank accounts. Functions included participating in the budgeting process and participating in the physical inventory count as well verifying actual count versus book count. Working with the business office was done to maintain cash records and SOX requirements.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this assistant controller with experience working in higher education and think tank organizations? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Concentration: Accounting and Masters of Business Administration. Computer skills involve MS Dynamics Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamics SL, PeopleSoft, AccPac, Deltek, QuickBooks and Solomon. Professional affiliations consist of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Association of Government Accountants (AGA), Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MSCPA), National Association of Women MBAs (NAWMBA) and Financial Executives International (FEI).

Contributed to the organization’s success by managing the monthly, quarterly and annual close process, ensuring that all transactions are reported timely and accurately. Serving in a higher education facility as an assistant controller, prepared monthly and quarterly financial statements and related reports and analysis, as well as prepared ad hoc financial reports and analyses as necessary. This professional planned and coordinated the annual external audit of the college’s financial statements and A-133 compliance audit. Additionally, oversaw the college’s annual and multi-year operating and capital budgeting processes.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by directing all aspects of accounting function and maintaining accounting records of the organization in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, grant and contract requirements. As a chief financial officer in a think tank organization, oversaw processing of all transactions, including but not limited to payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash management. Furthermore, controlled financial aspects of government or private grants and contract projects; as well as created and managed budgets and provided timely financial project management reports.

How would an assistant controller who is experienced in food, manufacturing and metals industries with knowledge in JD Edwards Software match the needs of your organization? Technical experience includes JD Edwards, AP, AR and DW/BI Architecture.

Key roles covered handling plant standard costs (BOMs, routings); updating overhead rates, calculating labor rates and making sure all raw material costs were up to date on a regular basis. Time studies were performed on operations to make sure accurate costing information was obtained. JD Edwards was used to update costs at month-end. Other duties were performing weekly cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory and identifying slow moving/obsolete items on a monthly basis.

Plant financial activities were handled, including month-end journal entries covering accruals and prepaids. Capital expenditures and depreciation schedules as well as general ledger account reconciliations were accomplished. This specialist was responsible for leading twice a year full physical inventory, calculating variances and performing book to physical adjustments.