K. Dwight Willoughby, CPA, CGMA
Email: acdp7i@r.postjobfree.com
Mobile 336-***-**** 1723 Tredegar Road
Home 336-***-**** Kernersville, NC 27284
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
. Strategy-oriented Financial Services Executive - demonstrated ability to
advise senior management on critical issues.
. Analytical and detail-oriented, able to break down complex operations
and identify essential functions; leading to improved financial
performance, increased accuracy, and enhanced internal controls.
. More than 20 years of management experience in diverse financial
services institutions, with a proven record of productivity, quality,
and integrity.
. An energetic team builder and leader, able to communicate effectively
with people of all ages and backgrounds, to work collaboratively to
resolve problems, and to motivate team members to achieve personal and
organizational objectives.
. Strong SEC expertise and background in mergers and acquisitions;
knowledgeable of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. Currently holding security
clearance as an FDIC contractor.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Experis Finance, Charlotte, NC September 2013 - December 2013
Consultant
. Executed Phase II SoX documentation for financial services company's
business processes.
. Utilizing standard internal control walkthroughs, created narratives of
in-scope transaction cycles.
. Executed internal control testing utilizing proper audit procedures and
techniques such as model validation for financial services company's key
reports such as 10-Q/10-K and regulatory reports.
Bazilio Cobb Associates, PC, Washington, DC May 2009 - Present
Compliance Management, Assurance Services
March 2011 - Present
. As a member of the Oversight and Compliance Review Team (OCRT) for the
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) contract involving
compliance and monitoring of Loss Share Agreements (LSA), performed loan
reviews related to the Loss Share Agreement (LSA) between the FDIC and
the Assuming Institution (AI) of a failed financial institution. The
OCRT is responsible for the review of the AI's policies and procedures
regarding the servicing of the acquired loan portfolio and its efforts
to modify or workout a defaulted loan prior to pursuing foreclosure and
the subsequent write-off of the remaining loan balance.
. Perform on-site compliance reviews of State Small Business Credit
Initiative (SSBCI) lending programs created by the September 2010 Small
Business Jobs Act on behalf of the US Treasury OIG. Determine the
State's compliance with minimum leverage requirements, borrower
assurances of permissible use of funds, business size and type
guidelines for Capital Access Programs (CAPs), Other Collateral Support
Programs (OCSPs), and Loan Guarantee Programs.
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Bazilio Cobb Associates, PC, Washington, DC (cont'd) May 2009 - Present
Director of Accounting, Financial Institution Services
May 2009 - February 2011
. Overall responsibility for selecting, training, and managing personnel
utilized in the proforma accounting processes of failed bank closings.
Managed accounting teams in the closings of banks with assets totaling
more than $34.5 billion. Responsible for the overall financial
management of the Financial Institution Services practice, including the
oversight of the expense reimbursement process for employees.
. At the closing of a failed financial institution, served as a Pro Forma
Team Leader (PFTL). The PFTL was responsible for managing the workflow,
motivating and guiding a diverse team of accounting professionals to
accomplish the FDIC goal of providing support and verification for the
failed financial institution's balance sheet accounts within an
aggressive timeframe and in a challenging work environment. The PFTL
typically supervises a team of up to twelve pro forma accounting
professionals; and reviews, critiques and approves all work papers prior
to submission to the FDIC Financial Manager assigned to the failed
financial institution closing.
CommunityOne Bank, Asheboro, NC August 2007 - August 2008
Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer, and Controller
Overall responsibility for general accounting, internal and external
reporting, accounting policy, financial systems, corporate tax, and other
financial projects for the holding company, the bank, and subsidiaries.
. Managed the regulatory financial reporting, including the SEC reporting,
and ensured that the company remained current and compliant with US
GAAP, SEC, and regulatory reporting requirements.
. Documentation of new accounting policies and significant/nonroutine
accounting transactions. Updated procedural documentation to ensure
compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley.
. Partnered with CFO in obtaining a $15 million subordinated loan and a
$10 million revolving credit facility, which was utilized to supplement
the capital adequacy of the bank.
. Evaluate the accounting division structure and team, plan for continual
improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group; provide
individuals with professional and personal growth opportunities.
. Provide support to CFO and CEO on accounting and strategic matters;
coordinate activities with external accountants and SEC counsel.
NewBridge Bancorp, Greensboro, NC February 2003 - July 2007
(fka FNB Financial Services Corporation)
Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer, and Controller
Overall responsibility for general accounting, internal and external
reporting, accounting policy, financial systems, fixed assets, financial
analysis, corporate tax, and other financial projects.
. Led the Finance Transition Team in preparation for the merger of two $1
billion banks. Responsible for developing the procedures to integrate
the Finance Departments of two banks into one combined group.
. Documentation of new accounting policies and significant/nonroutine
accounting transactions; ensure reporting is in accordance with US GAAP;
coordinate activities with external accountants and SEC counsel. Updated
procedural documentation to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley.
. Member of Asset/Liability Committee; assisted with development of the
bank's asset/liability policies and interest rate risk model; assisted
the CFO in management oversight of investment portfolio, retail deposit
rates and wholesale funding.
. Partnered with CFO in obtaining $25 million in trust-preferred
securities, which was utilized to supplement the capital adequacy of the
bank; managed the associated debt compliance reporting.
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Republic Mortgage Insurance Company, Winston-Salem, NC 1999 - 2003
Independent Accounting/Financial Consultant 1998 - 1999
Independence Bank, Kernersville, NC 1997 - 1998
City of Greensboro, Greensboro, NC 1995 - 1997
Southern National Bank, Winston-Salem, NC 1984 - 1995
EDUCATION
BS, Business Administration, Double-major in Accounting and Management
University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Pembroke, NC
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Candidate - Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF),
Forensic and Valuation Services section
Past member - Business and Industry Executive Committee
Past member - Professional Ethics Executive Committee Task
Force
North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants - 1996-2012
2002-2003 Outstanding Member in Business and Industry
Previous service in leadership roles on various committees
and chapters
Member, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Candidate - Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Member, Financial Executives Networking Group (FENG)