Below are the 2 Financial Planning & Analysis Managers, 4 Finance Managers & 4 Assistant Controllers with Oracle & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides A/P supervisors, financial reporting managers, business analysts, accountants and other accounting staff with their industry and systems experience a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Would a detail-oriented financial planning & analysis manager with experience working in financial services, network solutions and banking industries fit in your organization? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Science in Finance and Master’s in Business Administration. Computer skills include Oracle ERP, Hyperion Essbase, Business Objects, PeopleSoft Financials, and Clarity Planning Module (CPM).

Accomplishments included driving fiscal awareness for Global Operations-$550MM Operating and Information Technology spend, 2800 employees. While employed in a financial services company as a financial planning & analysis manager, managed $2B Shared Services charge to the Investment Bank; maintain transparency around these allocations while influencing and driving a change in methodologies where applicable and material (ex. “tax” vs. dedicated support). Also, defined, influenced, and executed the annual strategic planning and budgeting process. Part of the job was to monitor progress via detailed forecasting based on trends, anticipated activities, and normalizing for anomalies. In addition, advised senior clientele as to success stories and areas of concern, and recommended courses of action in respect to meeting targets around controllable spend. Moreover, coordinated, arbitrated, and facilitated funding for key initiatives throughout the year. This often entailed collaboration with various stakeholders across the firm to ensure consistency and transparency. Impact analyses and models were created for multi-dimensional scalability initiatives, particularly around cost savings via headcount reductions, deployments, and functional integrations.

Shared expertise by preparing business case with cost benefit analysis for an automated forecasting solution. While employed as a senior financial analyst, provided fiscal support (reporting, forecast, budget), as well as effectively tracked achievements and shortfalls against this plan throughout the year. Furthermore, served as lead interface for financial matters.

Would hiring a manager of financial planning and analysis who worked in manufacturing, semiconductor and software solutions industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational background is composed of BS Management Information Systems and MBA. Core competencies involve FP&A Expertise, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Modeling, SEC Reporting, Board Package, Metrics Analysis, M&A, Corporate Treasury, Investor Relations, Process Improvement, Systems Implementation and Leadership. Software skills consist of Oracle ERP and Hyperion.

Acting as a manager of financial planning and analysis in a manufacturer, worked closely with senior management team and investment banking firms on business planning, financial modeling and road show materials for an IPO. Key task was partnering with sales and manufacturing groups for revenue forecasting, standard costs other indirect costs planning, inventory build-plan management, weekly flashing and variance analysis. Also, helped build a strong FP&A team, assisted in Oracle ERP systems implementation as well as led Hyperion financial and business report writing. Key achievements were creating financial models and presentation materials for IPO roadshow and executive reviews, as well as building templates for annual budget, quarterly forecast and weekly reporting. Moreover, led Hyperion Planning implementation in gross margin planning, balance sheets and cash flow forecast.

While working for a semiconductors company as a corporate financial planning and analysis manager, performed weekly flash for bookings, billings, collections and other key sales metrics. Some of the tasks were leading forecast, and assigning areas through budgeting process, monthly and quarterly management reporting preparation. Additionally, provided weekly revenue, headcount and expense analysis to support product development, IT, HR and other departments.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this finance manager with experience working in travel/tourism, insurance and medical systems industries? Academic credentials consist of BS Operations Management and MBA with Concentration in Finance & Operations Management. Technical skills include Oracle ERP, Hyperion Suite, Essbase and SAP.

Contributed to the organization’s success by developing work plans and managed timelines for various special projects analysis. While working in a travel & tourism company as a finance manager, partnered with CFO and Senior Management to establish long range plans and implemented policies, reports and procedures to drive standards and controls. Also, trained and developed both finance and operations teams on P&Ls (Profit & Loss Financials) and system tools including Oracle and Hyperion Essbase. Additionally, successfully designed and generated monthly P&Ls for internal and external clients including creating allocations for the first time. Moreover, reduced OPEX for several groups from anywhere between $50K to $200K by restructuring costs allocations. Key task was successfully integrated the Oracle ERP upgrade from 10.7 to 11i for the whole govt. operating group in 2007 within three weeks of being recruited to the job. Similarly, successfully worked on RFPs which led to the award of new and renewal of Govt. contracts amounts to $2.5B in sales.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by serving as project manager in a finance functional role leading several End-to-End (compliance & governance) projects involved in R12 Oracle Implementation. This included leading a team of consultants to successfully upload 60,000 business contracts to the new Oracle Contract module.

Is impacting your organization with a finance manager with work experience in consumer goods, construction and manufacturing industries a current business consideration? Educational credentials consist of MBA. Experienced in Oracle ERP and AS400. This controller and accounting manager has active professional involvement in all major aspects of financial management including standard cost accounting, budgeting, financial analysis and underwriting.

While employed in a consumer goods company as a finance manager, supervised a highly motivated and talented finance team in financial reporting and cost accounting utilizing Oracle ERP System. Also, developed, monitored, and coordinated procedures to ensure a 3 day month end closing. Some of the tasks were preparing, reviewing, and submitting monthly analysis of plant operations as part of the monthly reporting package to the Corporate Office and the Whiting Mill. In addition, coordinated, prepared, and submitted the Annual Mill Budget, as well as reviewed, monitored, and approved financial transactions in accordance with SOX requirements, on a continual basis. Moreover, spearheaded an 8 member team assigned to improve loss control at company.

Part of the job as a controller in a construction company was to supervise 5 person accounting office: general ledger, AP, AR, payroll. Key duties were coordinating and completing monthly closing process for financial reporting for plant management and a CPA company. Additionally, negotiated rates for medical, dental, and property and casualty policies for company. Furthermore, processed, monitored, and reconciled 5 company bank accounts. The job involved conducting financial studies including evaluation and analysis of $75MM fixed operating budget, evaluating capital budgets, investigating operating variances for 35 reporting units, and preparing region month end statements.

What contributions could a finance manager who worked in computer games, media and entertainment industries bring to your organization? Educational background is composed of BA Economics. Software skills involve Oracle ERP, QuickBooks, Peachtree accounting and ACCPAC.

Challenges like setting up operations and accounting from the start, as well as managing month end, quarter end, and year end closing were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. While employed as a finance manager in a computer games company, shorten the period closing from 15 days to 7 days, did cash management of several bank accounts using internet banking, as well as converted from Peachtree to Oracle ERP system. Key tasks were preparation and distribution of financial reports, as well as working with outside auditors for quarterly review & year-end audit. Other responsibilities were developing internal control procedures and expenses, as well as reviewing agreements/contracts for financial impact, make recommendations to benefit the company. In addition, worked with outside CPA for tax returns and filings. Other duties were performing financial projection, Paychex payroll process, financial analysis, accounts receivable, as well as accounts payable.

Shared expertise by preparing and reviewing financial statements, including inventory control and budget plan. While working in an accounting manager, implemented RealWorld accounting program and trained staff, as well as performed month and year end closing. Furthermore, prepared and coordinated quarterly review and year end audit by outside auditor. Aside from establishing operations and accounting, sale of the products from various manufacturers was efficiently handled. In addition, the chart of accounts was setup.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a corporate finance manager with experience working in real estate and airline industries? Educational attainment is composed of BA Business Administration and MBA Finance. Financial systems skills include Oracle ERP, Essbase, Hyperion and SAP. Has several years of experience in financial planning.

Serving in a real estate company as a corporate finance manager, performed monthly reporting and ad hoc analysis for senior management, as well as implemented new allocation methodology for overhead costs. Key duties were collaborating with operating units on planning and forecasting, as well as negotiating real estate, maintenance and travel contracts. Some of the tasks were preparing financial talking points for board of directors meetings and investor relations calls, as well as reviewing and auditing legal and Oracle ERP implementation invoices. Also, updated expense policies and capital justification procedures.

As a finance manager in an airline company, prepared $50 million annual operating budget for telecom and software contracts. Responsibilities were managing monthly close process and ensured all entries are booked properly, as well as providing cost justification analysis for capital requests and software updates. Part of the job was to communicate with sales representatives on software. Serving as a manager of financial planning, reduced operations footprint by 26% over a four-year period by establishing new expense policies, improving internal controls, and creating cost transparency. Similarly, analyzed operational cost patterns by mining through financial details. Furthermore, developed Essbase templates for planning and forecasting, mentored and developed India-based staff, as well as reviewed and processed periodic accounting close transactions.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ an assistant controller with experience working in commercial services, building materials and steel manufacturing industries? Education background is composed of BS Business Administration-Finance Major, Accounting Minor. Professional certifications involve Certified Internal Controls Auditor and Certified Fraud Examiner. Technical knowledge consists of Oracle ERP and SAP systems. Has years of planning and analysis experience, auditing experience, controller experience, and cost accountant experience.

Serving in a commercial services company as an assistant controller, developed financial models and other analytical tools to help address business needs. Some of the tasks were obtaining detailed understanding of operating performance of critical areas (receiving, inventory management, outbound shipping), as well as managing multiple bank accounts and provided cash flow reporting for senior management. Key task was performing ad hoc analysis and special projects as assigned.

As an assistant controller in a building materials company, assisted in the timely, accurate closing of branch accounting systems and records, as well as prepared and reconciled salaried and hourly payroll activity. Other duties were assembling, analyzing and preparing monthly summaries of activity in specific financial accounts. Moreover, provided analysis to Branch Management for cost estimates and variances as necessary. Serving as an internal controls supervisor in a steel manufacturing company, assisted the Americas’ controller in developing and executing the strategic plan that is designed to address the significant business risks and to evaluate and test the internal control structure of operations. Furthermore, developed and evaluated test plans in accordance with professional audit standards and SOX within SAP.

Would a detail-oriented assistant controller who worked in software, automation and telecommunications industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS Business Administration, Major in Accounting. Software knowledge involves Oracle ERP, QuickBooks, Agile, ADP, Concur and NetSuite.

Some accomplishments included managing all Payroll, Accounts Payable, Fixed Asset, Inventory and Cost Accounting Functions. While employed in a software company as an assistant controller, controlled and reconciled various balance sheet prepays and accruals, as well as acted as administrator of all corporate cards and Concur Expense System. Other duties were complying with SOX requirements in the noted areas of responsibility, as well as ensuring monthly closing schedules are maintained and work with external auditors to meet quarterly reporting deadlines. Also, was involved in ERP transition from Oracle to NetSuite. Acting as a cost and inventory manager, managed Cost and Inventory modules within the Oracle operating system. In addition, recorded and tracked Percentage of Complete (POC) Revenue and Costs for specific customer contracts. Part of the job was to carry out financial/budget analysis for manufacturing, it, and facilities operations. Similarly, provided management with margin analysis on actual and forecasted orders.

Shared expertise by leading implementation of Oracle Inventory, Purchasing and Order Management Modules. Serving in an automation company as a cost accounting manager, established and rolled up Contract Manufacturer parts, B.O.Ms and costs from Agile engineering system to Oracle operating system. Additionally, recorded and reported all Royalty activities due to 3rd party vendors. Furthermore, transitioned all inventory and installed base history from QuickBooks to Oracle ERP system.

How can an assistant global controller who worked in manufacturing, nuclear waste management and brokerage services industries help your organization? Educational background is composed of BS Accounting and MBA. Professional certifications consist of CPA. Computer skills involve Oracle ERP, Costpoint, SAP and QuickBooks.

With a “can do approach” in the area of monitoring and managing all aspects of the finance and accounting departments including monthly closes, external reporting, cash management, accounts receivable and accounts payable have been career objectives. Serving as an assistant corporate controller in a nuclear waste management company, did timely production of financial reports, exhibits and supporting schedules for management, lenders, shareholders and government agencies. Also, oversaw ERP User access (Oracle) and the overall compliance with the internal control system. Additionally, was responsible for ensuring competition of special projects as directed by Corporate Controller. Furthermore, implemented Oracle ERP modules and testing of financial reports; Reconciliation of ERP modules to GL data (PA, AR, AP, FA, INV, etc.).

Working with challenging issues such as researching complex accounting topics, interpret new guidance and write technical memorandums were part of this specialist’s work experience. Acting as an assistant global controller in a manufacturing company, facilitated external valuation work for acquisitions and review purchase accounting, as well as led system integrations for newly acquired businesses or transition from existing IT applications. Other duties were documenting business processes, policies and procedures to maintain and strengthen internal controls, as well as improving accounting and financial policies and maintaining internal control documentation. Key tasks were performing ad hoc financial and operational analysis for internal and external reporting, as well as streamlining accounting process.

Would hiring an assistant controller with experience working in hospitality, manufacturing and printing industries help meet the needs of your organization? Technical skills include Oracle ERP, ADP Pay Expert, Timesaver, QuickBooks, Priority ERP System, Accpac and Solomon.

Acting as an assistant controller in a hospitality company, reviewed daily deposit reconciliation and cash postings, including variances, as well as worked on implementing Oracle (ERP) system, as the new accounting system. Some of the tasks were reviewing and recording all accounts payable and other disbursements, as well as preparing monthly bank reconciliations. Other duties consisted of assisting with the preparation and distribution of financial reports, balance sheet schedules, fixed asset schedules, inventory preparation and supervision, and other reports. Moreover, reviewed weekly payroll register for accuracy and integrity, reviewed internal control systems, as well as assisted with the annual internal and external audit process.

While working for a manufacturing supplier of automatic optical inspection as an assistant controller, oversaw and managed the accounting, purchasing, and human resources operations. Part of the job was to be responsible for all cost accounting for our US manufacturing plant. In addition, prepared and distributed all reports for revenue recognition, COGS, and deferred revenue, as well as reviewed daily deposit reconciliation and cash postings, including variances. Similarly, reviewed and recorded all accounts payable and other disbursements, as well as performed bank reconciliations on a monthly basis. Furthermore, assisted with the preparation and distribution of financial reports, balance sheet schedules, fixed asset schedules, inventory preparation and supervision, and other reports.