Degreed Accounting Executive eager to apply academic background as well as practical business experience toward supporting operations of a dynamic organization.   

 

GAAP & SOX Expertise   Cross-Functional Leadership   Policy Development   Reporting Methodologies

Financial Analysis   Financial Research   Client Advocacy   Fiscal Solvency

•Accounting Operations   General Ledger & Budgets   Account Reconciliation   Manufacturing Environment

 

Ø  Strong multi-tasking background with the ability to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously. 

Ø  Effectively lead teams in cross-functional efforts to increase productivity.

Ø  Excel in defining and implementing accounting policies, procedures and financial systems that boost productivity, efficiency and quality of operations.

Ø  Utilize extensive knowledge of accounting protocols to develop practical strategies.

Ø  Consistently focus on ensuring development of high-standard delivery methodologies. 

Ø  Proven ability to adapt strong technical skills to diverse organization needs.

Ø  Technology savvy with knowledge of numerous software and accounting platforms, including; Hyperion, Oracle, Cognos Impromptu, MS Office Suite, Best Software (FAS), and Costpoint.

Ø  Demonstrate working knowledge of advanced accounting practices and principles in proficiently managing operational functions ranging from tracking/recording relevant data and reconciliation expertise to extensive cost control analyses and reduction strategies. 

 

 

 

Ø  Carefully analyze various financial documents and reports in order to identify and reconcile potentially costly errors and meet client needs.

Ø  Capable of in-depth research and data analysis utilizing accounting software with the purpose of improving efficiency best practices and productivity.

Ø  Participate on SOX compliance team to ensure organization is meeting all federal guidelines and regulations. 

Ø  Assist Executive Management with various finance projects utilizing extensive knowledge base.

Ø  Act as cross-departmental liaison to ensure relevant data is collected and information is shared. 

Ø  Carefully plans and executes ad hoc reports as well as conducts special financial projects for various departmental leads and managers. 

Ø  Streamlines various internal financial systems to increase efficiency and productivity of accounting processes. 

Ø  Identifies and proposes solutions related to operational issues within different departments and organizational factions. 

 

 

 

 

Ø  Designed and implemented cross-functional training program for internal staff thus significantly increasing productivity and team morale.

Ø  Took lead role related to ineffective inter-company reporting process resulting in complete restructuring and balancing of all accounts as well as streamlined communication process.

Ø  Successfully transitioned from a large corporate environment to a smaller organization which required strong adaptation skills as well as the ability to rapidly learn a new culture. 

Ø  Gained thorough understanding of audit process as well as cost associated.  Due to this knowledge, implemented efficient auditing process which saved the company approximately $20k by significantly decreasing wasted labor and time. 

Ø  Designed program to save company approximately $25k in insurance costs.

Ø  Formed interdisciplinary task force responsible for cutting overall costs and retention strategies for employees.  Resulted in becoming only one of two profitable operations out of 22. 

Ø  Through strategic negotiations, decreased vendor markups at organization from 50% to 5%.

 

 

Project Accountant, Vaco Resources                                                                                       2007-2009

 

  Primary responsibilities included; Comprehensive Accounting Functions including; Financial Statement Preparation and Review, Cash Flow Forecasts, Wire Payment Requests, Monthly Journal Entries, and Reconciliation Efforts for G.L. Accounts.   

 

Senior Accountant / Analyst, L-3 Communications                                                                  2004-2007

 

  Primary responsibilities included; Preparation of Structured Business Analysis Reports, Financial Statement Preparation and Review, Preparation of Monthly Journal Entries, as well as assistance and supervision of numerous departmental functions including Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Project Management Teams.

 

Senior Accountant, Brooks Automation, Inc.                                                                             2002-2003

 

  Primary responsibilities included; Leadership and Oversight of Monthly Financial Closing Process, Conducted Monthly Variance Analysis of Actual to Budget, Implemented Strategies to Improve Data Integrity and more Efficient Processes, and Reconciled Inter-Company Accounts as well as Fixed Assets.     

 

Site Finance Leader, APW Electronic Solutions, Inc.                                                                  1998-2002

 

  Primary responsibilities included; Direct Management of Accounting Team, Development and Dissemination of Divisional Financial Reports to Corporate, Annual Budget Preparation, Quarterly Forecast and Transmission of Data, as well as Conducted all Costing and Revenue Analysis Functions. 

 

Controller & Accounting Supervisor, Paramatic International, Inc.                                       1989-1998

 

  Primary responsibilities included; Preparation of Financial Statements, Financial Analysis of G/L Accounts, Preparation and Trend Analysis of Yearly Budgets, Inventory Analysis and Reconciliation, as well as Preparation of Documents related to Annual Audits.

 

Earlier Experience

 

- Senior Accountant, Agfa Compugraphic Corporation

 

n Masters of Business Administration C Business, Southern New Hampshire University

n Bachelors of Science C Accounting, Southern New Hampshire University

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

xxx-xxx-xxxx / abc@xyz.com

             Senior Accounting Specialist

 

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Dear RECIPEINT NAME:

Recent research into COMPANY NAME prompted me to immediately update my resume for your review.   Based on my knowledge of this company, I am very interested in interviewing for STATE POSITION YOU ARE SEEKING. I offer years of progressive advancement in key roles as an accounting and financial planning specialist.  I have worked as an accounting expert in various forms within the manufacturing industry, but am quite capable of assimilating my talents into any environment. Because of this, I am accustomed to integrating into numerous cultures and organizations in this capacity.  Additionally, I am experienced at managing others as well as developing and implementing best practices models to increase efficiency and accuracy.  I offer years of formal training and education as well as progressive advancement within my career due to excelling at responsibilities and making significant contributions to company growth. 

My peers consider me an exceptionally hard worker and strong team player.  My enthusiasm comes from working directly with data and resources and streamlining and improving processes as evidenced by my accomplishments and contributions to my past employers.  I am also capable of assimilating into a new environment easily and feel that I could quickly become part of your team.  I enjoy the chance to work directly with various departmental resources in both learning and mentoring fashions. I am selectively seeking a company who is progressive thinking and in need of a professional who can make an immediate and positive impact on productivity and processes.

            After your review of my resume, I hope you will agree that this would be a mutually beneficial arrangement.  I plan to call you early next week. At that time, I can answer questions concerning my background and experience and we can discuss the desirability of an introductory meeting.  Please contact me sooner if you wish to talk before then.  I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Leonard Gokey