Gary Cook

Email: abqibo@r.postjobfree.com

Address: **** ********* ******

City: Edmond

State: OK

Zip: 73034

Country: USA

Phone: 405-***-****

Skill Level: Director

Salary Range: $125,000

Willing to Relocate

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GARY COOK, CPA

2304 Berryhill Circle

Edmond, Oklahoma 73034

405-***-****

abqibo@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Finance and Operations Executive with over twenty years of experience

in finance and accounting, operations, investment planning, estate planning, project management, business planning, business development, facility consolidation, international business and multiple integrations. Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, leadership and communication skills. Certified Public Accountant.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PAYCOM OKC, OK 3/2012- 12/2012

DIRECTOR OF CLIENT TAX SERVICES

* Responsible for administering federal, state and local taxes for our clients.

* Managing the tax research group to ensure we stay current on the complicated, constantly changing tax regulations and unemployment laws.

* Develop and maintain relationships with federal, state and local tax agencies across the country.

* Draw upon prior executive experience to provide input and solutions to software team when developing and improving company`s software.

* Develop and mentor managers across the company.

ARL BIO PHARMA, INC. and DNA Solutions, Inc. OKC, OK 2002-2012

CFO and Vice President of Finance and Administration

* Manage all facets of finance, operations, human resources and information technology for several dynamic biotech companies specializing in pharmaceuticals, forensics and genetic testing.

* Led business development efforts to secure contract for one of the company`s largest customers. Hold position on the customer`s industry board in order to maintain relationship with client.

* Transition and position companies from small entrepreneurial start up to established companies in their respective industries and market segment.

* Advise and recommend to Chairman in regards to his personal investment and estate planning.

SIEMENS OKC/Louisville, Kentucky 1999-2002

Controller

* Managed all facets of accounting and reporting for one of the Siemens subsidiaries specializing in magnetic material production.

* Managed the operation plan, quarterly forecasts, internal and external audits.

* Successfully merged 2 facilities to operate under one corporation.

* Successfully integrated SAP as the main operating system.

* Developed and integrated a Human Resource Department to appropriately manage two facilities.

GARY COOK, CPA

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FLEMING COMPANIES, INC., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 1993-1999

Assistant Controller - OKC Division Operations (1996-1999)

* Managed the accurate and timely preparation of operating results for a major wholesale food products distributor.

* Organized / formulated the operating plan, quarterly forecasts and internal controls.

Accounting Manager - Retail Sales & Marketing (1995-1996)

* Advised operating group management on proper treatment of internal accounting transactions to comply with external and corporate policies.

* Prepared and conducted customer profitability studies.

Senior Internal Auditor (1993-1995)

* Supervised, planned and conducted on-site audits at operating group and corporate staff departments. Advised and implemented procedures at nearly 40 locations nationwide.

AMERICAN BANK & TRUST COMPANY, Tulsa, Oklahoma 1991-1993

Accounting Manager

* Responsible for reporting operating results and preparation of financial statements.

* Monitored and maintained the investment portfolio. Prepared monthly loan reviews.

* Directed external auditors and federal/state examiners, including preparing financial analyses and responding to correspondence.

* Researched and implemented all regulatory changes.

EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance, 1989, Minor in Accounting

University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, Oklahoma

Numerous professional training courses

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Proficient computer skills in numerous software packages including

Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sequel and Access Databases

Regular use of customized databases, SAP, Quickbooks and various mainframe support programs

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