Below are the 5 Controllers and 5 Financial Controllers with MS Dynamics Great Plains & other systems experience. The Thor Group® also provides financial/accounting leaders with your industry, MS Dynamics GP/365 & other systems experience on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Would a detail-oriented controller with experience working in fitness center, retail and media industries fit in your organization? Educational background is composed of Bachelor BA Accountancy and Business Law. Professional certifications involve Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Technical skills MS Dynamics Great Plains, Great Plains Management Reporter, Solomon and QuickBooks.

Some accomplishments included being responsible for company financial management, human resources, and planning; hands-on role for monthly financial reporting, general ledger, AP, AR, budget and P&L Analysis; manage ‘third party’ relationships such as banks, insurance companies, payroll provider and health insurance companies. While working in a health fitness company as a controller, managed medical billing systems, medical coding, billing reimbursement audit and reconciliation. Moreover, managed services and credentialing agreements with health insurance companies; sales reporting, pipeline and client servicing (including presentations); as well as product pricing and margin analysis. Systems used were QuickBooks Enterprise 16, EZ Claim Medical billing and FileMaker.

Shared expertise by being responsible for administration, finance and doing (hands-on) controller functions. Serving in a retail company as a controller, setup, develop and manage high volume transactions automation between warehouse and EDI partners. In addition, managed and modeled supply chain logistics, as well as monitored and improved warehouse efficiency and inventory management. Acting as a controller in a media network, responsible for staff of five with company size of $15M. Accounting system used was Great Plains Dynamics (managed conversion from QuickBooks).

How can a controller with experience working in a behavioral hospital, a health system, a mental health services and a medical center help your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BA Accounting and MA Accounting. Computer skills involve MS Dynamics GP, MAS 90, McKesson and Crystal Reports.

Working with challenging issues such as being responsible for all financial, accounting, treasury and budget functions for ten healthcare entities generating annual revenue of $65M were part of this specialist’s work experience. While employed in a health system as a controller, provided financial data and accounting services in connection with startup of Medicare home health agency and PACE program. Some of the tasks were ensuring due diligence support for acquisition of outpatient a therapy company, as well as directing credentialing of physicians and nurse practitioners for Medicare, Medicaid and HMOs. Key accomplishment was reduced DSO from 70 to 21 days for skilled nursing division and DSO in homecare division from 85 days outstanding to 27 days outstanding by reengineering processes and the collection procedures. Also, was instrumental in reducing overhead by $1,200,000, while contributing to operational goals and employee relations.

With a “can do approach” in the area of directing oversight and accounting of all grants and funds from State of Florida and Children’s Services Council have been career objectives. Serving in a mental health services as a controller, managed all aspects of accounting department, which included 11 employees. Furthermore, prepared long/short-term cash and financial projections. Similarly, collaborated with funding agencies to accelerate reimbursement, improving cash flow by 20%.

Would hiring a controller who worked in pharmaceutical, electrical and manufacturing industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of MBA in Accounting. Software knowledge consists of MS Dynamics Great Plains and NAV Jet Report Writer.

While working for a pharmacy as a controller, managed 12 remote locations in 10 states, as well as managed and mentored finance team. Some of the tasks were implementing policies and procedures to shorten month end close, as well as practicing excellent relations with outside tax and auditing. Moreover, was responsible for budgeting, forecasting, client statements, as well as responsible for state registrations, sales tax filings, and annual reports. Also, made recommendations to improve productivity, cash flow, and efficient controls in operations. In addition, wrote all financial statements, including Board package, using NAV Jet Report Writer.

Acting as a corporate controller in another pharmaceutical company, served as a key player in company acquisitions and mergers, as well as key player in the implementation of Great Plains Software. Other duties were writing all financial reports using Great Plains Report Writer, as well as managing month end close, quarter close, and year-end financial close. Part of the job was to manage yearly audit preparation and completion with outside audit firm. Additional responsibilities were carrying out multi-state corporate registration and sales and use tax filings, as well as implementing strategies, processes, and controls. Other skills brought to the table consisted of preparing and reviewing monthly accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and required subsidiary accounts.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this controller with experience working in education, retail and construction industries? Educational background is composed of BS Business Administration-Accounting. Technical skills involve MS Dynamics Great Plains (with FRx), QuickBooks, Peachtree, JDE, QAD, Hyperion, SAP, Fourth Shift, Blackline, and SharePoint.

Contributed to the organization’s success by driving efforts to consolidate vendor activity, improving pricing and terms, as well as reducing paper-flow and duplication. While employed in an education management as a controller, upgraded ADP system to latest platform and interfaced with MS Dynamics Great Plains accounting system. Also, developed and upgraded financial and management reporting: MS Dynamics Great Plains and FRx. Additionally, spearheaded interfacing of CampusVue information system to MS Dynamics Great Plains. This resulted in increased accuracy and timeliness, while reducing duplication. Moreover, enhanced revenue recognition reporting via CampusVue/ MS Dynamics Great Plains downloading.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by streamlining closing process from haphazard quarterly basis to five-day monthly cycle, by automating and improving many processes. Serving as a controller in a retail company, converted affiliate reporting from various accounting systems to MS Dynamics Great Plains software to allow consolidation of results and automated financial reporting via FRx report writer package. Part of the job as to act as a key member of various teams involved in the improved collection of royalties, marketing and technology fees. Furthermore, developed accounting processes and reporting for burgeoning international operations. Similarly, recommended and produced dashboard reporting metrics for use by owners in measuring performance of the company’s operations.

Is impacting your organization with a controller with work experience in entertainment, hospitality and financial services industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Business (Accounting), Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Master of Business Administration. Professional certifications involve Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Microsoft Certified Solution Developer. Software expertise consists of MS Dynamics GP and PeopleSoft.

While employed in an entertainment company as a controller, helped management cut back staff by almost 50% due to a competition. IT reduction of staff was allowed due to switch to MS Great Plains accounting system. The finance department was cut from 15 people to only 7 staff members due to improvements in finance/accounting system implemented and designed with help of remaining staff. Also, acted as key person in implementing change from PeopleSoft to MS Dynamics Great Plains accounting system from Microsoft. Other duties were completing work with MS Dynamics Great Plains/PeopleSoft Fixed Asset modules, as well as supervising G/L, A/P and Payroll staff and all related functions.

Part of the job as a controller in a hospitality company was to prepare financial statements and footnotes for external audits and quarterly reviews. Additionally, was responsible for reviewing all balance sheet accounts before close of books within seven working days. This included cash accounts, receivables, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses, note payable and equity accounts.

What contributions could a financial controller with experience working in chemical and financial services industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Professional certifications involve CPA. Technical skills consist of MS Dynamics GP, FRx, QuickBooks, Peachtree, JD Edwards, SAP and Lawson.

Challenges like establishing and maintaining accounting processes and controls, as well as managing month-end, quarterly and year-end close processes were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. Serving as a financial controller in a chemical company, managed department of four accounting associates and SOX coordinator, as well as responsible for annual statutory audits, reconciliations, VAT returns, and Accounts Payable, which required close collaboration with globally-based colleagues. Some of the tasks were enhancing the integrity of the books for Singapore, Malaysia, and Israel, as well as revealing unbilled revenue and unclaimed VAT in Israel, which represented $2.5M. This professional was recognized with the Achievement Award for excellence and was promoted to serve as the Accounting Manager for the United States and Canada due to success in the Israel and Asia leadership positions.

Shared expertise by administering the MS Dynamics Great Plains general ledger and FRx reporting package. Acting as a senior associate/accountant, was responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll for the U.S., monthly payroll for foreign offices, and 401K and pension contributions for both U.S. and foreign offices.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a financial controller with work experience in restaurant, law offices and banking industries? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Has thorough proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics GP, Sage 50 and QuickBooks Enterprise.

Serving in a fast food restaurant as a financial controller, oversaw all aspects of financial control in the businesses, including A/P, A/R, processing payroll through ADP/Paychex for more than 90 employees, preparing GAAP compliant financial statements, monthly and quarterly sales tax filings, year-end Business Privilege and Mercantile filings, as well as managing AR related to vendor rebates, inter-company transaction balancing and reconciling. Part of the job was to reconcile and close out prior fiscal year for 14 distinct companies and worked with outside accountants to prepare for year-end tax return filings. Moreover, worked with outside POS company in designing and refining Point of Sales system for restaurants with regards to inventory management, as well as, controlling food and labor usage cost.

As a financial controller in law offices, oversaw all aspects of financial control in the businesses – cash based accounting for the law firm and accrual based accounting for the school – including A/P, A/R, payroll processing through Casa Payroll, handling HR, employee benefits, insurance, financial statements, quarterly and year-end tax returns in conjunction with outside accountants. Additionally, oversaw and prepared monthly and quarterly book closings for 20+ bank accounts, as well as prepared internal financial statements for management review for 5 discreet entities. Furthermore, used extensive experience working with multiple entities and inter-company transaction balancing and reconciling.

Would a detail-oriented financial controller who worked in consulting, construction and real estate industries fit in your organization? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Arts in Accounting. Professional certifications involve CPA. Computer skills consist of MS Dynamics Great Plains, FRX Reporting, Crystal Reports, Oracle, SAP, Hyperion, QuickBooks and ADP Payroll.

Some accomplishments included implementing three full installations of Great Plains accounting software, from chart of accounts to training of personnel. While employed as a financial controller in a consulting company, created full sets of financial reports utilizing FRX Reporting software as well as on demand and ad-hoc reporting. Other duties were managing merger/acquisition for client of $10 million performing due diligence as well as full integration of accounting functions. Also, acted as interim controller for two clients reorganizing the accounting and costing departments, as well as revamping the entire closing process to produce meaningful financials on a timely basis for management.

Shared expertise by producing monthly financial statements inclusive of profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow, capital spending, ratios, and variance analysis. As a financial controller in a construction company, oversaw accounts payable (annual volume – $30 million), receivable (annual volume – $50 million), general ledger, fixed assets, and payroll (250 employees). Moreover, was involved in obtaining a $7 million line of credit for the company, critical for ongoing operations. Furthermore, directed involvement with sales and operation meetings to provide costing guidance and support for residential and commercial.

How can a financial controller with experience working in furniture, hospitality and leisure industries help your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS Bachelor in Accounting. Key skills involve MS Dynamics Great Plains; ADP, Accpac, JD Edwards, MAS 90, Lawson, AS/400 and SAP.

Working with challenging issues such as developing, improvising, and producing monthly financial records, ensuring that financial plans were consistent and in line with organizational goals were part of this specialist’s work experience. While working in a furniture company as a financial controller, supervised and monitored budget and forecasting, management & bank reporting, payroll, accounts receivable / payable, month end, and P&L statement initiatives. This included departmental review of financial statements. Moreover, supervised and trained accounting team members as well as customer service team responsible for handling all aspects of the accounting cycle and financial management as well as customer service. Additionally, implemented measures ensuring the accuracy and productivity of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits, inventory and general accounting procedures as well as Human Resources and Operations department initiatives.

With a “can do approach” in the area of overseeing budget and forecasting, management & bank reporting, payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable have been career objectives. Serving in a resort and hotel as a financial controller, managed month end, and P&L preparation to include departmental review of financial statements. Similarly, directed and trained a five member team responsible for handling all aspects of the accounting cycle and financial management for both projects, as well as payroll processing for over 200 employees. Furthermore, supervised the upgrade of Springer-Miller PMS and Micros 9700, as well as the conversion from an In-house payroll system to Great Plains to include the installation of bio-metric time-clocks and complete networking of entire computer system.

Would hiring a financial controller with work experience in telecommunications, food production and home equipment industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Commerce and Executive MBA. Professional certifications involve CPA. Software proficiencies involve MS Dynamics GP and QuickBooks.

Acting as a financial controller in a telecommunications company, led the accounting and financial closing process to deliver complete, accurate and timely financial reporting while reducing reporting timeline from 2 months to 7 days after the month-end. Also, developed company’s financial reporting package, internal reporting mechanism, and made constant process improvements. Moreover, reduced year-end close and income tax return filings from 10 months to 2 months by streamlining procedures and effective allocation of job responsibilities in the department. Part of the job as to successfully lead the team through conversion from QuickBooks to Microsoft Dynamics GP creating integration with the point of sale system while strengthening controls and improving efficiencies.

While working for the same company, highlighted and controlled expenditure by presenting budgets with accurate and actionable analysis of monthly operating results. Additionally, secured credit extensions to meet weekly operating needs by maintaining a reliable cash forecasting process to keep the company liquid at all times. Other duties were successfully leading several sales tax audits for no or minimal additional tax liability through maintaining proper record keeping and control. Furthermore, secured lines of credit by positive execution of due-diligence audits.