career objective                              

 

persuasive, results-oriented leader seeking to leverage proven track record of operations, management, finance, and human resources experience to support organization s profitability and productivity objectives.

 

profile                                                

 

ø  consistently contribute to improved productivity, cost effectiveness, operational enhancement, and profitability through leadership, strategic planning strengths, technical expertise, and sound understanding of client needs.

ø  effective leadership skills honed through progressive roles within high-paced, demanding environments that required balancing of numerous accounts with varying degrees of priority.

ø  excel in big-picture thinking while energizing teams and building consensus among disparate groups in order to make things happen.

ø  reputation for strong work ethic, exceptional commitment to customers, industry knowledge, approachability and ability to get the job done by focusing on priority tasks, responding to sense of urgency and tenacious commitment to results.

 

core competencies

business systems development	financial reporting & analysis	scheduling & timetables
project planning & execution	teamwork-driven environments	documentation & presentations
u.s. gaap & fasb principles	cost reduction & avoidance	customer service
internal processes & controls	account reconciliations	auditing procedures
client relationship management	vendor & contract negotiations	dispute resolution

 

accomplishments                              

 

  selected over 100 colleagues by state of ohio auditor s office to administer two specialized performance audits; completed investigations on time and within budget.

 

professional experience                

 

trumbull county engineer s office-warren, oh                                                               1997 to present

grants coordinator / special projects manager (2009 to present)

  assume accountability for structuring and application of federal and state grants ranging between $3m and $5m; prepare necessary documentation, consulting key team members and support organizations to ensure compliance with all regulations.

  monitor specialized projects evaluating team performance while enforcing organization-wide policies and procedures.

 

human resource manager / administrator (2000 to 2008)

  guided and managed overall provision of human resources services, policies, and programs for more than 70 staff members and resolved concerns from union organizations.

  directed recruitment and staffing initiatives, employee relations, performance management and salary administration, policy development and documentation, new-hire orientations, benefits disbursal, coaching and leadership, staff development, and agency compliance.

  conducted county health care plan and served as primary resource for all presented inquiries.

 

controller (1997 to 2008)

  directed accounting operations for organization, overseeing all transactions related to general ledger and month-end close as well as internal and external audits; ensured all accounts were reconciled.

  assisted in development, maintenance, and education of all major account policies and system requirements.

  actively addressed complex financial reporting issues as they arose and provided second opinion on application of technical accounting rules.

  led process redesign efforts, identified non-value-added activities and eliminated them.

  defined balanced scorecard metrics for department and established goals and measurement of achievement against these goals as strategic imperative to company.

  ensured financial activities were in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles (gaap), fasb, and sec regulations as well as corporate policies and contracts.

  reported findings to management and, where applicable, managed remediation activities.

  maintained optimal team delivery of departmental and cross-departmental customer service.

 

state of ohio auditor s office-youngstown, oh                                                                 1994 to 1997

assistant state auditor (1994 to 1997)

  prepared financial statements, accountant s reports, management letters, and compliance tests as well as special reports on regulatory requirements and reviewed and evaluated internal controls.

  appraised financial, operational, and compliance functions of organizations, including counties, cities, school districts, and townships in accordance with gasb/gaas principles.

  coordinated with management to ensure all procedural criteria supported organization objectives.

 

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further role as director of riviella consulting, llc, providing specialized consultation to federal clients, including contract negotiations and financial, human resources, fraud deterrence, and other services.

 

education & activities                     

 

youngstown state university-youngstown, oh

bs in business administration, major in accounting, minor in marketing, finance, & management

 

licensing:

concealed carry permit

 

activities:

former member, board of education

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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company name

address

city/state/zip code

 

dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a (insert actual title of target position) capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

in addition to a bachelor of science in business administration (accounting major and marketing, finance, & management minor) and a results-oriented work ethic, i also can offer:

  demonstrable ability to oversee all financial and human resources functions, including monitoring, control, general ledger posting, month-end closing, dispute resolution, staffing and recruiting initiatives, labor relations, and program administration.

  proven track record of strategic oversight and cultivation of highly productive teams capable of executing organization-wide initiatives with accountability for actions.

  comprehensive understanding of and strict adherence to u.s. gaap & fasb principles, sec filings and financial reviews.

  wealth of expertise honed for express improvement of profitability and productivity objectives.

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your operations, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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