Results Oriented Achiever and Experienced Accounting Professional with a track record of successfully managing a broad spectrum of financial reporting, general ledger, P&L and reconciliation responsibilities.  Expertise in project management, training and mentoring staff, cash flow management and supporting initiatives for accuracy and compliance.  Reputation for superior business savvy and ability to streamline business processes for higher productivity and efficiency.  Seeking a Finance Management or Teaching position with a progressive organization that values leadership, determination and precision.  Core competencies include:

 

Ability to Work in a Fast Paced Environment

Build & Maintain Strong Client Relationships

Perform Critical Business Analysis/Improvement

Complete Thorough and Accurate Reconciliation

Consistent Progression and Responsibilities

Time Management and Scheduling

Effectively Manage Multiple Projects

Excellent Presentation and Communication Skills

Exercise Experienced Backed Judgment

Lead/Manage/ Motivate High Performance Staff

Strategic Leadership and Planning

Strong Analytical Skills/Detail Oriented

 

 

LeTourneau University, Xxxxxx, XXXXXX - Masters of Business Administration                                        2008

Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA - Bachelor of Science, Business Management                              1992

 

 

Celanese Corporation                                                                                                                            2002 to Present

Project Lead                                                                                                                           2009 to Present

   Lead purchase-to-pay and order to cash process improvement initiatives throughout the accounting department,  spearhead $7MM project with a return on investment of 3 years and influenced improved relations with business units.

   Streamline and standardize accounting procedures leading to increased continuity and cohesion among accounting centers worldwide; author and implement blueprint project plans, and complete all plans for standardization solutions within 12 months.

 

Team Lead for Accounting                                                                                                      2008 to 2009

   Provided leadership and oversight for accounting functions of a US division of a multi-national chemical manufacturing organization.

   Supervised and directed day to day activities of 13 accounting team members tasked with providing accounting, fixed asset accounting, inventory and cost accounting, and general ledger accounting duties. 

   Collaborated with accounting team and manufacturing managers to conduct monthly variance analysis.

   Performed all month end closing processes, ensured SOX and GAAP compliance and ensured that all reporting processes were in compliance with requirements.

   Trained and mentored staff, identified performance gaps and provided ongoing coaching to optimize accounting processes; developed and facilitated a training program to 250 finance team members, worldwide.

   Selected by senior management to lead a global project to implement root cause analysis methodologies within the financial shared services environment; developed a workflow system on Sharepoint portal to create a global repository to store and report RCAs. 

   Project managed the implementation of a web-based workflow system for balance sheet account reconciliations affecting 2500 processes, streamlined efficiencies, created a paper free environment, and ultimately saved over 15,000 labor hours annually.

 

General Ledger Accountant                                                                                                      2005 to 2008

   Utilized SAP applications for creating FI and CO modules; reconciled balance sheets for inventory, VAT, income tax, FS and AR. 

   Worked closely with business units to analyze balance sheet and income fluctuations, calculated revaluation of USD balance sheet for CAD ledger.

   Ensured accuracy of overhead and balance sheet allocations for a multi-segment manufacturing site; oversaw sales tax analysis and discontinued accounting operations for site closure.

 

Inventory Accountant                                                                                                                               2002 to 2005

   Maintained and monitored 40 agreements for non-monetary volume exchange of chemical product transactions with a value of $100MM; posted high-volume general ledger entries and ensured 100% accuracy for monthly reconciliations.

   Collaborated with business units to optimize net exchange balances and explained fluctuations in exchange and account balances.

   Contributes strong training and mentoring skills to train new staff on exchange accounting processes and procedures.

 

Worldwide Flight Services                                                                                                         1998 to 2002

Accounts Payable Manager

   Provided day to day leadership for a staff of 8 servicing 80 field locations throughout the US and Canada; processed over 7000 invoices monthly with disbursements of $10MM.

   Spearheaded purchasing card project from inception resulting in a 40% reduction in invoice volume, and led the spin-off from AMR corporation for AP system conversion and cash management services.

   Incorporated disbursement processes of 2 organizations acquired by the company, resulting in increased efficiencies, accuracy and timely payments.

 

American Eagle, Inc.                                                                                                                   1993 to 1998

Contracts Analyst                                                                                                                      1996 to 1998

   Collaborated with purchasing department to assess supplier proposals for aircraft components and repair services; determined viability of proposals, and forecasted annual cost savings based on strategic vendor selection processes.

 

Cost and Budget Analyst                                                                                                            1993 to 1996

   Led efforts to complete comprehensive project analysis including headcount trends, cost-per-departure data and outsourcing feasibility; monitored costs, developed operations budgets, and created monthly cost comparisons to determine business opportunities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dear Mr./Ms. ____:

 

During my comprehensive career as an Accounting Professional, I have gained considerable General Ledger, Budget Preparation and Cash Flow Analyses experience.  I am an experienced Accounting Manger with the ability to lead and develop high performance teams, and contribute to the bottom line success of an organization.  Please accept this letter and the attached resume as application for the position of <position here>.  I am anxious to learn more about <organization here> and look forward to your response.

 

After reading the description of the position you have available, I am certain that I am the qualified applicant you are seeking.  I see that you are looking for a professional with the ability to <choose something from the ad here>.  I have experience in <draw a correlation here>  I have a solid record of surpassing expectations, and my ability to be an integral team leader has been a key factor in my success.  In addition, I have a solid track record of developing comprehensive project plans for process improvement, standardization of accounting procedures and increased efficiencies.

 

The accompanying resume can give you an overview of my potential for making a worthwhile contribution to <firm or company name>.  May I meet with you to talk about this position and the role I'd play at your firm? Please call me at xxx-xxx-xxxx to set up an appointment that works for you.

 

 

Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Sincerely,