Below are the 6 Controllers & 6 CFO's with Peachtree/Sage 50 & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides project accountants, staff accountants, bookkeepers, accounting clerks & office staff on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

How can your organization gain an advantage with the help of a controller with skills in Sage 50/Peachtree who worked in legal, manufacturing and retail industries? Technical skills cover Sage 50/Peachtree, Oracle, Global Shop, DMSi, Accutech, Mapics and AccPac.

Main functions encompassed preparing monthly financial statements and journal entries, as well as submitting annual budget and quarterly forecasts. The job involved working as a plant lead for the transition from Sage 50/Peachtree to Oracle software on inventory, purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger. Other duties covered preparing consolidations and performing accounting duties on many accounting software packages. Assisting with software conversions and computer upgrades was also accomplished.

Notable tasks included designing interactive budget spreadsheets and establishing a new cost accounting system. Managing the accounting for and traveling to remote site companies were some of the responsibilities. This controller managed degreed accountants, engineers and accounting staff. Apart from assisting external auditors, an additional duty consisted of managing daily cash requirements and reconciling all general ledger accounts.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this controller with senior experience working in different sectors including land development, pipe threading/fabrication and engineering? Technological background includes Sage 50/Peachtree, MS Dynamics AX, Solomon, Syteline, Yardi, QuickBooks, EDI Systems, GlobalShop, UNIX Systems, Tax Software and Lotus.

Being responsible for maintaining an adequate, accurate and timely system of accounting records was a primary duty while working for a pipe threading/fabrication company. The supervision of all accounting transactions (from billings and supplier invoices to general entries) was also carried out. Additional tasks were composed of enhancing the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results and ensuring that accounting alongside the reported results complied with GAAP including tax rules.

Acting as a controller for a land development company, part of the job was to assist with audit, G/L- financial statement, reconciliations and work papers for financial reports. Other tasks included working on bond issue statement, contract/proposal breakdowns and revenue accounting.

How can a controller with significant background in accounting, finance and tax help your organization? Technical skills include Peachtree/Sage 50, Sage Timberline, QuickBooks, MS Office Suite, and more.

This controller was responsible for completing financial reporting functions through consolidated financial statements for parent company and six cancer diagnostic equipment manufacturing and supply companies, in compliance with GAAP. Some of the tasks performed consisted of budgets, forecasts, financial analysis, annual plans, cash management, A/R, A/P, P/R and inventory management. In addition, the implementation of the computer accounting system in QuickBooks and Sage 50, was performed. This specialist also worked on computer conversion of the accounting system from Peachtree to Timberline. Additional responsibilities were preparing year-end review level financial statements and income tax returns with external accountants, as well as assisting with the development of policies and procedures.

This individual had a “can do approach” in the area of annual audit plan implementation, revenue recognition as well as preparation of draft income tax returns. Being responsible for budgets, forecasts, and monthly financial analysis, was also part of the job. Other key duties were composed of implementing a computer accounting system, managing employee benefit plans as well as assisting with due diligence for acquisitions. The work involved supervising accounting staff of 6 and 1 administrative assistant. Other tasks were performing financial analysis, budgets, forecasts, and cash management for multiple accounts. Furthermore, the implementation of a new cost accounting system and computer conversion from QuickBooks to BG&N cost accounting software, was carried out.

Would a controller who has senior accounting experience with specialized skills in budgeting, forecasting, cost reduction and compliance match the needs of your organization? Core competencies include accounting, human resources, administration, facilities and implementation of accounting, payroll, project management and timekeeping automated systems.

Serving as a controller for a travel company, one main function was to consolidate transactions and financial data for three product lines and 20 products. The establishment and maintenance of systems/controls to verify the integrity of all financial processes were also carried out. Additional responsibilities comprised of integrating and aligning VBT financial reporting, along with data collection systems with corporate to minimize discrepancies while also conforming to corporate best business practices.

Notable achievements were composed of improving accuracy and reducing month-end close processing time while working in a book publisher/distributor as a controller. Also, automating account allocations as well as source document retrieval by implementing Sage 50 accounting system were some of the duties finalized. Providing fast, reliable financial information/analysis to colleagues and management (budget, forecast, cash status, asset management, sales, returns, receivables and special projects) was also part of the job. Other tasks involved coordinating efforts with a fulfillment center for accounts receivable and collections of accounts.

The future success of your organization could be helped by this controller who is proficient in Sage 50/Peachtree with work background in real estate, hotel and resort industries. Technical competencies involve Sage 50/Peachtree, A/P, A/R and payroll.

Important contributions included handling financial and accounting for 25 various partnerships, as well as developing residential communities. The job entailed controlling all construction draws, reimbursements, payroll, forecast, budgets, A/P, A/R and Sage 50/Peachtree accounting software.

Tasks covered selecting and implementing the PMS and POS system. Key roles encompassed financial reporting and administering budgets, variances and cash flow. In addition, this controller has an eye on operational control to improve profit results. The corporate office and other branch offices were all included on the M3 accounting software installation.

Does a detail-oriented controller with extensive strategic and tactical experience in general/manufacturing accounting along with associated automated accounting systems fit in your organization? Key strengths include excellent working knowledge of Sage 50/Peachtree accounting software and understanding of Oracle manufacturing/general ledger systems. Other credentials include being a Certified Public Accountant.

As a controller in a manufacturing company, being responsible for all financial aspects of accounting (A/R, A/P, P/R and manufacturing cost) was a primary responsibility. The use of Sage 50/Peachtree accounting software was employed for the completion of the tasks. Additional duties involved establishing accounting principles, practices and procedures, aside from performing human resource functions.

Main function while serving in a medical technology company was to combine 29 different charts globally into one global standardized chart while reducing the overall number of accounts. The development of Oracle General Ledger Security rules and maintaining it for one and half years was also one of the key tasks performed. Other responsibilities were composed of leading a reconciliation project for the inventory of 150 field service center locations to create a more accurate inventory management in the Oracle inventory system, approximately $35M in inventory utilized.

How can your organization gain an advantage with the help of a CFO who worked in retail, manufacturing and pharmaceutical industries with skills in Sage 50/Peachtree? Technical skills cover Sage 50/Peachtree, Sage MAS 90, Sage MAS 200, SQL, Visio, Oracle, JD Edwards, Great Plains and QuickBooks.

Main functions encompassed preparing the company for the move to Sage MAS 90 and training in Sage 50/Peachtree. Implementing financial reports and designing templates in Crystal Reports were some of the job descriptions. Other duties covered reorganizing a group of manufacturing companies and presenting breakeven analysis to the board. An aggressive sales plan combined with tight expense control was implemented.

Notable tasks included reorganizing the accounting, finance, HR and IT areas, as well as analyzing the monthly product gross profit statement. Risk management, general liability, workers’ compensation, medical and 401K were reorganized. Responsibilities consisted of organizing and coordinating monthly physical inventories to adjust inventory book balances and GL modules. This CFO designed FRx reports.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a chief financial officer with experience working in the government and insurance industries? Technical knowledge covers Sage 50/Peachtree software, Unanet Project Management software, Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2013 R2-PVBS Project Accounting, QuickBooks ProAdvisor (QuickBooks Online), Paylocity and ADP for payroll.

Working on monthly financial reporting/analysis as well as account reconciliations was one of the key responsibilities while being employed in a government contractor. Some of the duties carried out involved working with a CPA firm for annual review/audit in addition to federal/state tax filings as well as adhering to cost accounting standards compliance. Additional responsibilities were budget preparation, monthly analysis, database management and designing spreadsheets for data capture and analysis.

Serving as a chief financial officer of an insurance company, working closely with the president/CEO to drive business towards growth (grew from $1.5M-$17M+ during the 5 years working with IEA) was one of the duties completed. The management of accounting system transition from Sage 50/Peachtree to Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2013 R2 with PVBS Project Accounting module was also performed. Other responsibilities were managing operations staff to include accounting (hands-on management), reporting, HR and security as well as serving as corporate contact for program managers, subcontractors along with consultants.

Would a chief financial officer and CPA with strong background in accounting/finance along with auditing/tax work, match the needs of your organization? Some of the key strengths are organizing, reporting, improving existing processes and working with others to achieve company goals. Areas of specialization include financial analysis, ROI, trends, account reconciliation, general ledger schedules, fixed asset/CapEx tracking, variance analysis, month end reporting, sales tax reports and journal entries. Also, technical knowledge is composed of Sage 50/Peachtree, QuickBooks, FRx, Syspro ERP system and Great Plains/Dynamics. Educational attainment and qualifications include a BS in Business Administration: Accounting, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Valuation Analysis and Certified Forensic Financial Analyst.

While working for a manufacturing company as a chief financial officer, part of the job was to resolve day-to-day issues involving suppliers, managers, employee disputes, computer systems (Sage 50, Windows Server 2003) and security camera systems. Managing accounting/administrative staff, including QC staff and craftsperson, was also one of the duties. Additional responsibilities involved preparing financial reports that included reconciliation and schedules.

Acting as a chief financial officer for an oil and energy company, one main function was consolidating financials of five (5) entities. Other tasks involved overseeing 13 clerical personnel. This specialist also reviewed reports, including cash flow reports, divisional operational reports, sales tax and workers’ comp reports.

Does a detail-oriented chief financial officer with a demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional accounting and information systems solutions to firms across multiple industries fit in your organization? Core competencies include superior financial/technical knowledge developed from over 20 years of hands-on background in accounting, auditing and consulting. Computer skills cover Peachtree, QuickBooks, SQL Server 2010, EnCompass Databases, Visual Basic 6.0, C++, PHP, MySQL, HTML, and JavaScript.

While employed in a pharmaceutical company as a chief financial officer, one main function was to manage accounting for multiple corporate entities, across five divisions (retail pharmaceutical, nationwide diabetic mail order, analgesic compounding, surgical supplies and hospice care units). The supervision of staff of five in the accounting department including the training staff to streamline and automate business processes was also carried out. Other skills included handling all duties related to financial reporting including monthly/quarterly reporting to management, governmental agencies, financial institutions and investors.

Serving in a financial services company as a chief financial officer, part of the job was to supervise staff of four to six in accounting and human resource functions. Providing training to streamline processes from manual entry to an automated system was also one of the main functions performed. Furthermore, the management of all aspects of converting the company’s general ledger system from Peachtree to QuickBooks Enterprise Edition was carried out.

Would a chief financial officer, with successful leadership in the field of accounting, finance and operations functions in a small to medium-sized business environment, match the needs of your organization? Areas of expertise include general accounting with financial analysis/reporting and financial-operational controls. Other competencies consist of in-depth knowledge of diverse industries with demonstrated ability to instill a common vision and developing a dynamic team.

One main function as a chief financial officer for a marketing communications company was to lead all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, debt covenant compliance, risk management, human resources and employee benefits areas. Participating in the transition from private ownership to a private equity company selling at a multiple of EBITDA above current market conditions was also performed.

The job as a chief financial officer for a toxicology testing laboratory was to implement and maintain Sage 50 for general ledger, along with financial records/reports. The management of all accounting, finance, risk management, IT, human resources and investor relationship functions was also carried out. Another task was handling all daily accounting, financial, medical billing, payroll, human resources and IT functions.

Does a CFO who is experienced in real estate, manufacturing and retail industries with knowledge of Sage 50/Peachtree pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes Sage 50/Peachtree, Sage MAS 90, Great Plains, QuickBooks Pro, SOX internal control reporting, risk management and Management Information Systems.

Major responsibilities encompassed providing a full range of accounting services and supporting other accounting software applications including Sage MAS 90 and Great Plains. This CFO was formerly listed by both QuickBooks Pro and Peachtree as a certified specialist in their software. Financial accounting, operational management and SOX internal control reporting were some of the key roles. Apart from SEC reporting, an additional duty involved filing 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, Form 4s and S-1s.

The job covered ensuring SOX compliance, financial accounting, cash management, budgeting and analysis. Functions included converting software and handling human resources integration. Corporate policies and procedures were also conceptualized. Internal controls relative to Sarbanes-Oxley Act were defined and documented. In addition, analysis of stock option plans was prepared for accounting purposes.