Below are the 3 Directors of Finance, 4 Finance Managers & 4 Financial Analysts with QuickBooks & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides these professionals on a consulting, contracting, interim or direct hire basis.

Would hiring a director of finance with experience working in aerospace/defense and manufacturing industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Accountancy. Software skills include QuickBooks, Quicken, DAC Easy, Syteline, QAD, SAP, MAS 90, Solomon and Peachtree. Professional affiliations involve Certified Public Accountant, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants.

Acting as a director of finance in an aerospace/defense, has oversaw US GAAP financial reporting (actual, forecast, budget) for a $100M manufacturer of high precision engine components for the Aerospace and Defense industries, which was part of a UK-based $250M privately held company. This professional has safeguarded balance sheet assets via effective working capital management and controlled capital spending. Some of the tasks were analyzing cost data to ensure that production costs are appropriately captured, as well as performing gross/net margin analysis and recommending strategies to avoid EBIT erosion. Key accomplishments were streamlining company policies and procedures to reduce inherent waste, as well as spearheading efforts to grow labor force by 10% to support double-digit sales growth.

In the same company, this individual has redefined employee handbooks and group benefit plans in order to remain competitive in a tight labor market. Moreover, has fostered relationships with state and local government officials as well as economic business development councils.

Is impacting your organization with a director of finance and accounting who worked in the education sector and manufacturing industry a current business consideration? Technology skill set involves QuickBooks, ProSystems fx, Creative Solutions, UltraTax, SAP and IQMS. Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. Professional certification consists of Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

While employed in manufacturing company as a director of finance and accounting, has supervised company-wide accounting procedures for a consolidated financial reporting structure. This specialist has prepared all financial reporting required by creditors and owners. Also, has managed vendor relationships and negotiated payment plans, as well as prepared and updated thirteen-week cash flow projections, financial projections, and actual results. Key accomplishments were overhauling company’s tax compliance function, which had not filed tax returns for three years. With this, the company has become current on all federal, state, and local tax filing requirements, with negotiated payment plans.

As a director of finance in a school district, key accomplishments were defining district’s overall general Fund deficit, which exceeded $1M, and developing a detailed action plan to eliminate deficit, presenting findings and proposals to Board, district employees, and community groups. Furthermore, has secured debt funding of $11.65M to address district’s short and long-term financial needs.

What contributions could a director of finance with experience working in event services and hospitality industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration/Accounting. Software applications consist of QuickBooks, QuickBooks Enterprise/Premier, Microsoft Dynamics SL/GP/NAV, Sage 50, FRx Reports, ReportSmith, Crystal Reports, ADP and Paychex.

Challenges like hiring, training and directing accounting department staff of 6 and developing a capable administrative team to support the company growth were welcomed and successfully completed. Serving in an event services operator as a director of finance, has directed preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for board of directors including consolidated financial statements and quarterly bank covenant certificates. Also, has helped increase internal controls and efficiency in the accounting department and operationally by introducing the use of additional functions in the existing accounting system to provide improvements in the areas of accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash/check transactions, and account reconciliations.

Contributions involved recognizing sales increase from $4M to more than $20M annually; and obtaining a $5M line of credit to finance expansion plans. Acting as a CFO in a hospitality company, has positioned company for sustained growth, increasing sales by $500K and decreasing expenses and cash losses by $75K in first year through modification of existing manual systems to computerized point-of-sale and reservations system. This resulted in improved cash handling controls, more detailed and accurate reports, simplified commission calculations, and capturing customer data to effectively focus marketing efforts.

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 a detail-oriented finance manager with work background in real estate, insurance and financial services industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment involves BS Accounting and BS Finance. Technical proficiencies include QuickBooks/Quicken, Sage Products, Paychex, ADP Payroll and CS Fixed Assets.

Some accomplishments included supervising and managing real estate staff and daily accounting operations. While employed in an insurance company as a finance manager, has ownership of month end close process including general ledger accounting functions, various journal entries and schedules, reporting to parent company, and management of overall closing deadline for real estate group. Also, has carried out monthly analyses and financials preparation including budget comparisons and reconciliations. Moreover, has analyzed and entered all Tenant Leases into accounting system and managed various supporting rental schedules, including revenue recognition for long term commitments, rent leveling, rent roll and expected rent.

Shared skills by doing daily accounting and bookkeeping functions for multiple companies, processing all accounts payables, as well as performing all accounts receivable and collection functions. While working in financial services company as a company accountant & property manager, has performed cash management, reconciliation, budgeting and forecasting, as well as processed company payroll and filed all related returns. Furthermore, has maintained all daily general ledger functions and entries to reflect daily company operations.

How can a finance manager who worked in arts and hospitality industries help your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Arts in Finance. Technical skills involve QuickBooks Premier, MAS 90, Epicor and CSA.

Working with challenging issues such as supervision of the finance department/accounts payable & receivable/payroll, as well as preparation and management of financial statements and all accounting functions have vetted this specialist’s work experience. Acting as a finance manager in an arts organization, has managed annual budget preparation for 32 programs, and budget-to-variance analysis, as well as oversaw annual audit and external preparation of annual Form 990. This professional provided payroll benefits administration and support/year end W-3/2’s, as well as vendor relations/customer service & support, including annual 1096 & 1099’s. Also, has worked on cash flow forecasting and monitoring, as well as financial forecasting/departmental planning/monthly and quarterly reporting.

With a “can do approach” in the area of all financials and general ledger, accounts receivable/payables, as well as payroll preparation and filing state/ federal payroll quarterlies. While employed in a hospitality company as a finance director, has carried out payroll quarterly tax filings, state and federal, payroll annual tax filings, 1099 misc., 1099 and 1096’s. Furthermore, has performed annual budget preparation, monthly rolling forecast and budget analysis.

Would hiring a finance manager with experience working in non-profit and furniture industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational background is composed of Accounting and Business. Technological skills consist of QuickBooks, Peachtree and Master Builder.

Acting as a finance manager in a nonprofit organization, has managed administration of internal accounting and financial matters. Some of the tasks were processing cash receipts, cash disbursements, financial management, grant and scholarship administration, human resource administration and support activities. A key accomplishment was reducing costs in payroll and insurance areas by researching and changing payroll and insurance companies. Also, has prepared monthly financial statements and presented information to the Finance Committee, helping to interpret the data and record minutes. In addition, has projected cash flow based on budgeted revenues and known expenditures.

While working as an accountant, has prepared, examined, and analyzed accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. Part of the job was to compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting and other tax requirements to CFO. Furthermore, has analyzed business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this financial analyst with experience working in management consulting and manufacturing industries? Educational background is composed of Diploma in International Relations and Bachelor’s in Management Accountancy. Professional affiliations include Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) and being an associated member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). Technical expertise consists of QuickBooks and SAP. Other skill sets involve Account Receivable, Account Payable Management and Financial Reporting.

Contributed to the organization by supporting finance team on annual business plan preparation and budgeting, as well as building models to facilitate data compilation, analysis, reporting and forecasting. As a financial analyst in a management consultancy firm, has ensured profits and losses are documented accurately, as well as worked in month end closes including compiling and reviewing accruals and reclassifications. Part of the job was to analyze information, forecast revenues against expenses and create annual budget plans. Also, has provided analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by handling overall responsibility for compiling, reporting and presenting of the Business Units’ budget. Serving as a management accountant in a manufacturing company, has prepared monthly financial and management accounts as well as presented to top management. This professional has worked on accounts payable management, ensuring timely settlement of supplier accounts, as well as prepared bank reconciliation statements to reconcile financial discrepancies.

Is impacting your organization with a financial analyst with work experience in consulting and staffing industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance. Credentials include Customer Service Certification and National Career Readiness Certificate. Areas of expertise include money management, accountability, loss prevention and crew management. Software skills involve QuickBooks Online.

While employed in a consulting company as a financial analyst, has supported clients with financial analysis, budget management and operational cost control; effectively creating a 50% increase in savings overall. This professional has reduced closing time for monthly and quarterly close by 60% by implementing new consolidation procedures.

In the same company, this individual has overseen audits for purchases and assessed the accuracy of recorded payments utilizing QuickBooks Online software to manage payments and vendor activity. Additionally, has utilized QuickBooks Software to track financial statements, accounts receivables, accounts payable, checks and invoices.

What contributions could a financial analyst who worked in nonprofit and educational sectors bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. Technical skills include QuickBooks, Intacct and Client Bookkeeping Solution.

Challenges like providing financial summaries and reports as requested by management and audit agencies were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. Serving as a financial analyst in a nonprofit organization, has prepared asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information. Also, has worked on reconciliations: Payroll account, E-Commerce account, Development Revenue and medical account (EVOLV). Some of the tasks were updating statement of Cash Flow, Cobra summary schedule, Pledges, as well as performing other tasks as assigned, such as updating W2 payroll reconciliation.

Shared experience by preparing and reviewing invoices for payments and processing check request, as well as reconciliation of payments and preparing analysis of accounts. As a staff accountant in a technical school, has reviewed and analyzed data in accounting system, as well as resolved invoice discrepancies by calling vendors or faxing documentations. Part of the job was to produce monthly reports, assist controller in month end closing, as well as prepare bank deposits and bank reconciliation. Furthermore, has processed tuition bills for student’s tuition, collected and mailed accurate credentials for payments.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a financial analyst with experience working in oil/gas and professional services industries? Educational background is composed of Associate’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. This specialist is a Certified Public Accountant. Computer skills involve QuickBooks Pro, TurboTax, Peachtree, SAP, Oracle, GEAC and IBM Platinum.

Serving in an oil/gas company as a financial analyst, has coordinated the GBS quarterly close process including managing close checklist, journals, analysis of expenses and intercompany, variance analysis, and reporting. This professional has prepared monthly headcount/FTE reports and developed analytics against prior periods and plan. Some of the tasks were supporting development of GBS reports, forecasts, and plan, as well as supporting and providing ad hoc reporting and analysis for GBS. Part of the job was to review and analyze GBS spend and spend authorities, as well as support review and confirmation of financial system access in SAP PR4, PR5, and PRC.

As a financial analyst, has performed preparation and review, as well as analysis of all financial accounting statements and other group reporting data. This included coordination and delivery of various reporting activities and controls required to properly state and submit actual results on an IFRS and US GAAP basis for the US R&M reporting units using SAP FI, MM and BW.