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objective

results-driven  manager eager to contribute expertise in financial control, operations, team building and customer service  toward actively supporting a progressive organization in optimizing bottom-line performance.

career profile

ø  b.s., accounting.

ø  cum laude graduate.

ø  held cpa certification in massachusetts.

ø  over ten years of successful financial control background.

ø  adept in all facets of the accounting and auditing functions as well as gaap.

ø  knowledgeable in  financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and monthly closing process.

ø  skilled in administering grants and performing forecasting.

ø  selected for critical special projects.

ø  proven capacity in process improvement.

ø  comprehensive knowledge of financial performance issues and key operational metrics.

ø  deliver exceptional reporting and advisement to senior management.

ø  record of progression to assignments of increasing authority and responsibility.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with strong detail orientation.

ø  proficient in advanced business software applications including ms office suite and publisher.

ø  effective coordinator and negotiator.

ø  outstanding communications and presentation skill sets.

ø  self-motivated, self-directed individual who adapts to fast-paced environments.

professional experience

lesley university, cambridge, ma                                                                                                most recent

director of financial planning and budgets

       served six years as key member of vp of finance operational team.

       developed and presented annual and five-year operating budgets/financial forecasts.

       directed financial control personnel in development of forecasts, grants and budgets.

       designated by vp as special project team leader for upgrade of financial operations, accounting rules, manual updates, registration and financial aid disbursement.

       provided project support for president, deans and department heads.

       facilitated monthly board of trustees finance committee presentations.

       additional responsibilities included administration/accounting of government/private gifts, grants and contracts.

       evaluated program/degree profitability, new campus programs, degree option viability and distance/on-line learning potentiality.

 

kpmg, boston, ma                                                                                                                      1988 c 1992

supervising senior

       oversaw planning, budgeting, auditing and financial statement preparation.

       provided exceptional service to multiple clients in the corporate, financial, higher education and local government sectors.

       initiated recommendations for senior management covering internal control systems and process improvement.

       applied strong leadership skills toward successfully training, evaluating and directing a high-performance team.

       effectively coordinated multi-site audits within kpmg and with public accounting firms.

       directed financial statement and 10k/10q reports.

education

arizona state university, tempe, az              

bachelor of science, accounting, 1988

cum laude graduate

 

community involvement

secretary, board of directors, for local national wildlife refuge

pta board membership
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dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a financial control/accounting assignment and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include a b.s., accounting, with honors, and over ten years of relevant experience.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in budgeting, strategic planning, grants, forecasting and project management, as well as strong analytical, problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined 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 firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

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