Below are the 5 CFO's & 5 Controllers with Lawson & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides CFO’s & controllers with your industry, Lawson & other systems expertise on a consulting, contracting, interim or direct hire basis.

Is impacting your organization with a chief financial officer (CFO) with experience working in retail, IT, and manufacturing industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of BS Accounting. This Certified Public Accountant (CPA) has accomplishments that include serving as operations and finance executive in support of growing company’s managed care business from $40 Million to $70 Million in 2 years, as well as securing approval to a $2.2 Million investment in new accounting systems with payback in less than 3 years. Software expertise consists of Lawson financial systems and Cognos Planning software.

While employed in an IT consulting and software distributor company, this CFO was functionally responsible for all corporate finance, accounting, human resources and administration functions. Also, performed in a billable consultant role for 6 months by working on a Lawson Financial Systems implementation project for a $24 Billion retailer. In addition, completed an assignment with a venture-backed firm to develop a sophisticated analytical reporting system to prove the value of its retail-oriented software product. Moreover, developed detailed multi-year planning models for various companies, including 2 national chain retailers, using Cognos Planning Software.

Part of the job as a CFO in a manufacturing company was being responsible for finance and accounting, business planning, treasury and corporate administration operations including reporting to the board of directors and outside investors, as well as materials purchasing (staff of five). Furthermore, developed business and financial plans securing several rounds of financing totalling $12 Million to fund start-up operations, subsequent growth and business re-structures. These included conventional bank Debt, corporate joint ventures, government subsidized Debt, private investor equity, and venture capital equity/Debt.

Is impacting your organization with a chief financial officer (CFO) with experience working in retail, IT, and manufacturing industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of BS Accounting. This Certified Public Accountant (CPA) has accomplishments that include serving as operations and finance executive in support of growing company’s managed care business from $40 Million to $70 Million in 2 years, as well as securing approval to a $2.2 Million investment in new accounting systems with payback in less than 3 years. Software expertise consists of Lawson financial systems and Cognos Planning software.

While employed in an IT consulting and software distributor company, this CFO was functionally responsible for all corporate finance, accounting, human resources and administration functions. Also, performed in a billable consultant role for 6 months by working on a Lawson Financial Systems implementation project for a $24 Billion retailer. In addition, completed an assignment with a venture-backed firm to develop a sophisticated analytical reporting system to prove the value of its retail-oriented software product. Moreover, developed detailed multi-year planning models for various companies, including 2 national chain retailers, using Cognos Planning Software.

Part of the job as a CFO in a manufacturing company was being responsible for finance and accounting, business planning, treasury and corporate administration operations including reporting to the board of directors and outside investors, as well as materials purchasing (staff of five). Furthermore, developed business and financial plans securing several rounds of financing totalling $12 Million to fund start-up operations, subsequent growth and business re-structures. These included conventional bank Debt, corporate joint ventures, government subsidized Debt, private investor equity, and venture capital equity/Debt.

What contributions could a chief financial officer (CFO) with experience working in manufacturing, IT and pharmaceutical industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Business in Accounting. Software knowledge involves Lawson and NxTrend/Infor.

Challenges like converting the company’s financial systems using NxTrend/Infor to interface with Lawson system were successfully completed on a regular basis. This included converting the chart of accounts, daily/ monthly sales reporting, budgets, forecasts and financial reports. While working in a furniture company as a chief financial officer, has served as a Member of the executive team, as well as managed expansion of territories including agreements with manufacturers, landlords and franchisees. Some of the tasks were crediting approvals for new franchisees, as well as developing financing programs for franchisees to enable faster growth. Also, carried out analysis and due diligence for acquisitions of manufacture rights including presentations to another company’s executive committee.

Shared expertise by managing banking relationships including Debt covenants, short-/ long- term investing of funds or contracts for equipment and real estate, prior to acquisition. Moreover, has functioned as a Member of executive committee to develop new business strategies, increase revenue, improve gross margins and net income.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a chief financial officer (CFO) with work experience in advertising, retail and pharmaceutical industries? Educational attainment is composed of BA and MBA (Finance). This Certified Cash Manager (CCM/CTP) also obtained certificate in web based technology. Software knowledge consists of Lawson, Microsoft Dynamics Solomon and Hyperion.

Serving in an advertising company as chief financial officer, directed a management team of 5 in Finance, IT, and Human Resources, as well as Custom Software Development with total head count of 50. Other duties were establishing subsidiaries in the UK (11 staff) and Singapore (2 staff) for sales and to support the company’s global client base, as well as in Poland (15 staff) to provide software development support. Additionally, upgraded processes to facilitate product development for evolving business model and to support growth, working closely with the CEO of the channel Marketing services business unit.

As a CFO in a pharmaceutical company, led installation of Lawson financial/human resources software in conjunction with a migration to a client/server information system environment. Additionally, directed major reorganization of back office involving the consolidation of all three operating divisions HQ’s reducing Costs by $2M. Furthermore, moved company to one common accounting structure and practices, such as zero-based budgeting.

Would a detail-oriented chief financial officer (CFO) who worked in nonprofit, financial services and construction industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS Accounting & Finance. This Certified Public Accountant (CPA) has expertise that includes Corporate Finance Management, Operational & Financial Turnaround, Financial Forecasting & Planning, Strategic/Tactical Planning & Execution, Investment Strategy & Transactions and Financial Modeling & Analysis. Technical skills consist of Lawson.

Some accomplishments included achieving 19% burn rate reduction by spearheading and organizing “paper-less” restructuring initiative, as well as cutting labor Costs by 18%, reengineering business processes, redesigning commercialization plan, and instilling urgency for financial discipline. Serving as CFO in a financial & insurance company, reduced overhead by 8% in year one and an additional 11% in year two, as well as implemented enterprise and department level applications in HR, Finance, Benefits, Legal and Administration. This specialist managed third-party vendors to create and deploy an integrated financial system for budgeting, forecasting, and consolidation system using Excel and Lawson GL.

Shared expertise by developing a model for the annual worldwide allocation of centralized funds. While working as CFO in a nonprofit organization, revenues exceeded 26MM annually. Major accomplishments included designing standardized forecasting, budgeting procedures and systems, which were later integrated into an enterprise-wide application. Furthermore, designed and implemented a fundraising program utilizing planned giving programs for foundations, corporations and wealthy individuals, as well as grew revenues from 11.5MM to 26MM.

Does a controller with experience in logistics, transportation and energy industries who used Lawson, QuickBooks, Sage Timberline and Sage 100 pique your interest? Technical knowledge involves Lawson, QuickBooks, Sage 300 Timberline, Sage 100 and Quantum. Educational attainment includes BBA/Accounting and MBA Program. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Major responsibilities of this controller included managing all financial and administrative functions, including contracts administration, payroll, taxes and budgets/forecasting. Interfacing with public accountants and corporate internal audit and accounting staff was one of the key roles. Managing the information technology department (UNIX/Oracle platform), Credit/collection, materials/purchasing department was part of the positive experiences brought to the business table. A staff of 42 was managed, including 5 professionals. The Lawson GL software was used. Heavy involvement as controller was carried out in restructuring of the city business unit from $10 Million annual sales/75 employees to level of $80 Million annual sales/600 employees.

The job covered managing the development and implementation of custom-written StAAR ERP system, integrating and automating Cost collection and accounting and ancillary production support functions. The system was placed in various locations. Participating in due diligence and startup teams for facility acquisitions were included in the list of functions. Other duties involved implementing the departmental expense budget reporting system; designing and implementing departmental incentive plans. Heavy involvement in successful ISO 9002 registration was completed.

Does a controller with experience in logistics, transportation and energy industries who used Lawson, QuickBooks, Sage Timberline and Sage 100 pique your interest? Technical knowledge involves Lawson, QuickBooks, Sage 300 Timberline, Sage 100 and Quantum. Educational attainment includes BBA/Accounting and MBA Program. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Major responsibilities of this controller included managing all financial and administrative functions, including contracts administration, payroll, taxes and budgets/forecasting. Interfacing with public accountants and corporate internal audit and accounting staff was one of the key roles. Managing the information technology department (UNIX/Oracle platform), Credit/collection, materials/purchasing department was part of the positive experiences brought to the business table. A staff of 42 was managed, including 5 professionals. The Lawson GL software was used. Heavy involvement as controller was carried out in restructuring of the city business unit from $10 Million annual sales/75 employees to level of $80 Million annual sales/600 employees.

The job covered managing the development and implementation of custom-written StAAR ERP system, integrating and automating Cost collection and accounting and ancillary production support functions. The system was placed in various locations. Participating in due diligence and startup teams for facility acquisitions were included in the list of functions. Other duties involved implementing the departmental expense budget reporting system; designing and implementing departmental incentive plans. Heavy involvement in successful ISO 9002 registration was completed.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this controller who worked in professional services, technology and software industries, as well as utilized Lawson, Epic, SAP, PeopleSoft, Oracle and NextGen? Technical competencies involve Lawson, Epic, SAP, PeopleSoft, Oracle, NextGen, Allscripts and Salesforce. Educational attainment includes MBA (Accounting); MBA (Business Administration/Supply Chain); and B.A. degree in Communications.

Important contributions of this controller included working with the director of IT as Lawson end-user for the accounting department, along with guiding change for the GL, AP, AR, reporting and payroll. Tasks covered documenting the Lawson upgrade from v9 to v10, participating in the department training and performing budgeting, Cash-flows, reporting and financial statements for the CFO. Skills brought to the table involved effectively notifying EA leadership with any concerns or conflicts pertaining Lawson or the progression of the scope for the project, in addition to reducing supply expenses by over $1M within 6 months by analyzing high-Cost categories to identify physician preference contracting options and tighten tier commitments.

Accomplishments involved renegotiating third party contracts from Net 15 to Net 60 with CFO, saving $10K a month in fines for being in compliance with HIPAA and using effective fund accounting for its foundation. In addition, this specialist spearheaded and managed the annual audit, saving $790K within first 3 months as the interim controller by researching operating expenses and obtaining benchmark data resulting in utility contract renegotiations.

What can a controller with work background in communications, technology and professional services industries who used Lawson, SAP, QuickBooks and Sage FAS bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve Lawson, SAP, QuickBooks and Sage FAS. Educational background includes M.B.A. (Accounting), M.H.R.M. and B.B.A. in Accounting. This individual is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Working with areas such as ensuring the accuracy of financial statements and leading the monthly preparation and summarization of global financial reports and daily review/ approval of journal entries for posting to general ledger were some of the skills brought to the table by this controller. Duties covered handling monthly review/ approval of all reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, weekly review/ approval of all disbursements, weekly review of outstanding receivables, and bimonthly review of payroll. Preparing site P&Ls for sales vice president, working on quarterly/annual external audits, reviewing contracts with customers or vendors and managing employees were some of the tasks. Assistance was provided in performing due diligence on targeted acquisitions, and finance groups were integrated after acquisitions. This individual led the team for Lawson financial software implementation.

In another job, the CEO was assisted with investor presentations. The company was transitioned away from PEO to in-house payroll, saving $6k monthly. Negotiating with vendors to extend Credit terms, while working with customers to shorten payment cycle were carried out.

Could your organization use a controller who is experienced in engineering, construction and oil/gas industries? Technical proficiencies cover utilizing Lawson and Oracle. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science in Accounting.

Primary tasks of this controller included managing monthly, quarterly and yearly closing processes, with direct impact on general ledger and projects, providing accurate reporting and variance analysis. Managing accounting, payroll & IT staff of various sizes was completed by providing training, leadership and guidance. Preparing and conducting annual and Ad-hoc reviews and Performance evaluations, as well as providing accounting and job costing support for the regional executive management team with a peak revenue volume of $221M were also handled. Key roles covered preparing for and leading monthly percentage of completion project meetings to determine project Performance and estimated Costs to complete calculations. Help was provided in planning and directing accounting software conversion to Lawson.

Contributions involved preparing written discussion on project Performance to explain deviations from budget, in addition to planning and leading the annual budget preparation as well as quarterly forecasting. This individual worked closely with regional and divisional management in preparing their strategic plans in conjunction with the annual budget. Functions covered utilizing Excel, designing and training operational management on weekly job Cost tracking and review. Provided summary and detail reporting to upper management as needed. Working with the corporate staff was done to implement the various Sarbanes-Oxley controls and successfully navigated through numerous SOX, internal and external audits. Accounting processes and procedures were monitored to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.