Dawn E. Beck, CPA

Seattle, WA 206-***-****

acpad6@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Controller / Director of Finance with a 15-year track record

orchestrating the accounting/finance functions for a diverse array of

public and private organizations. Deep expertise in all aspects of

accounting, enhanced by a career-long reputation for coaxing the best

work out of others and being willing to constantly "challenge the status

quo" to make existing systems, processes, and procedures more efficient

and effective. Strong belief that accounting departments should be

service-focused, at heart, and geared toward helping other departments

achieve optimal performance.

Industry experience: Restaurants & Food Service Retail & Consumer

Products Tourism/Attractions Food & Beverage Manufacturers Pass-

Through Entities & Partnerships

Key Skills & Qualifications

CPA & BA Credentials Public Accounting Background (GAAP)

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Fixed Assets, Internal Controls &

Cost Accounting

Budget Development & Administration Staff Hiring, Training & Supervision

Financial Forecasting & Modeling Business Process Improvement /

Optimization

Financial Systems / Software Board Reporting & Executive

Expertise Presentations

Career History & Accomplishments

Controller WILD GINGER/TRIPLE DOOR Seattle, WA: 2013-2015

Two iconic restaurants and a popular music venue

( Supervised three accountants, the HR staff and Facilities personnel.

( Improved quality of financial reporting to management and board.

( Created weekly P&L for the restaurants and daily P&L for the theater

to provide timely operational information.

Controller VITUS GROUP Seattle, WA: 2012-2013

Developer of affordable housing with 100 projects across the country

( Managed the audits and tax returns for 46 partnerships with six audit

firms culminating in consolidated audit.

( Supervised a staff of four accountants.

( Collaborated with Contract CFO to implement sweeping process

improvements.

Controller MADISON hOLDINGS, iNC. Seattle, WA: 2012-2012

Nine-unit restaurant chain with $30M in annual revenues

( Implemented the Compeat accounting system including customizing the

system configuration, creating all financial statements, and designing

a series of new management reports.

( Converted the company from cash to accrual basis.

( Prepared all internal control documents and reconciliations in

preparation for an initial audit.

( Trained restaurant managers on inventory counting and cost analysis to

stabilize COGS.

Finance Manager ICICLE SEAFOODS Seattle, WA: 2011-2012

Seafood packing and wholesaling with $600M in annual sales

( Supervised a three-member team of accounting and financial reporting

personnel.

( Streamlined monthly close from twenty-one to seven days.

( Responsible for reviewing and preparing the month-end journal entries

and final preparation of the financial deck for presentation to

investors.

( Prepared financial reporting for foreign investments.

Owner/Consultant DAWN ANDERSON CONSULTING Seattle, WA: 2010-2011

Primarily consulted for Restaurants Unlimited, a 55 restaurant company

with locations nation-wide. Supervised five brand accountants and

managed the yearly audit, including all reconciliations.

Director of Finance Top Pot Doughnuts Seattle, WA: 2009-2010

Fast-growth specialty food manufacturer/retailer with $50+M in annual

revenues

( Supervised a five-member team of accounting and financial reporting

personnel.

( Directed a timely month-end closing schedule, including reducing time

to close books from fifteen to five days.

( Developed detailed reports to track COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) by

location and product line.

( Developed a new forecasting system to accurately predict net income

from volume sales.

( Managed outside review and tax return preparation.

( Implemented successful accounting system conversion from QuickBooks to

MAS 90.

Controller Space Needle LLC Seattle, WA: 2006-2009

World-renowned hospitality and tourism property with 400 employees and

$40M in annual revenues

( Supervised a seven-member team of accounting and financial reporting

personnel.

( Analyzed monthly results with department heads and presented key

financial indicators to the Board of Directors and Owners.

( Managed outside accounting firm Bader Martin in the completion of

financial audits, tax return preparation activities, 401(k) audits and

shareholder income projections.

( Orchestrated the development of yearly budgets for 21 departments

including reviewing monthly results with department heads.

( Developed, implemented, and documented a company-wide internal control

system that limited audit fee increases and ensured compliance with

SAS 112 regulations.

( Coordinated with insurance brokers to manage claims and evaluate/renew

coverage plans.

Previous Experience

Controller GARRETT & RING MANAGEMENT, LLC Edmonds, WA: 2004-2006

Financial Analyst REDHOOK ALE BREWERY, INC Woodinville, WA: 1999-

2004

Staff Accountant CLARK NUBER Bellevue, WA: 1998-1999

Staff Accountant THE MYERS ASSOCIATES, PC Seattle, WA: 1996-1998

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration - Accounting 1994

University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Certified Public Accountant, Washington State 1996-Current

Computer/Software Proficiency

Advanced Microsoft Excel usage and training skills (e.g. Macros, Charts,

Formulas, Pivot Tables)

( MAS 90 - Financial Reporting ( Great Plains - GL, PR, AP, AR

( FRX - Financial Reporting ( Host - General Ledger

( Sage - GL and Fixed Assets ( Aloha and Dinerware - Restaurant

Sales Systems

Professional & Community Involvement

Member, Conroller's Roundtable - to discuss emerging industry topics

Member, Washington Society of CPAs 1996-2012

Outside Interests

In addition to professional commitments, am passionate about health and

wellness, running half marathons, gardening and cooking. Enjoy attending

food events and supporting local chefs.

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