CHARLES M. LYNCH

** ********* ******, ***** **********, RI 02911 401-***-**** actbmm@r.postjobfree.com

ACCOUNTING & CORPORATE FINANCE LEADER

Equipped with progressive accounting experience in corporate and health care environments with demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of financial functions. Logical thinker and strong communicator with established ability to transform financial operations, provide strategic vision, lead and develop teams, while successfully improving critical business support functions and organizational effectiveness. Expertise as both a big-picture strategist and innovative problem solver; consistent recognition and promotion to leadership positions with increasing responsibility and impact.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Regulatory Compliance ● Financial Analysis ● Personal and Corporate Tax ● Internal Controls

Contract Negotiations ● Audit Controls & Compliance ● Project Accounting ● Policy Development

Motivational Leadership ● Budgeting ● Relationship Management

Risk Management ● Treasury ● Cost Accounting ● Financial Planning

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH PLAN OF RHODE ISLAND, Providence, RI Senior Accountant, 2008-Present

Overall accounting responsibilities include review/approval/posting of journal entries, payables disbursements and cash receipts/deposits; review/approve account reconciliations, monthly budget and account review and analysis, cash forecasting & transfers, Sherlock Survey, accurate documentation of accounting and budgeting policies and procedures and assist in preparation of financial statements.

Identify and rectify areas of weakness, strengthen key operational areas, and manage compliance while driving integration among multiple partners and functions.

Utilize strong analytical and quantitative skills to develop yearly budgets, prepare corporate tax returns and 1099s, and conduct yearly review of insurance policies.

Strong ad-hoc reporting role, research and prepare customer reports and reconciliations as requested by DOF and other key decision makers to evaluate corporate finance.

Effective leader in complex and demanding environments, with the ability to balance competing priorities and deliver results.

CONTRACTOR (2007-2008)

LEACH & GRANGER, GENERAL FINDINGS, 2008

Selected to oversee financial duties and special projects relating to the closing and relocation of a manufacturing facility; responsibilities included month end close, general ledger duties, inventory reconciliations, and auditing of physical inventory.

JAMES NADEAU & COMPANY LLP, CPA, 2007-2008

Served in an accounting capacity for a diverse range of clients, including non-profits, credit unions, municipals, and for-profit corporations; executed year-end audits and reviews and prepared financial statements and corporate, personal, and partnership tax returns.

TRI-TOWN COMMUNITY ACTION CENTER, 2007

Selected to serve as Interim Health Center Administrator with responsibility for orchestrating the daily operations of a federally qualified community health center; duties included budgeting, staff and physician scheduling, and reviewing and implementing policies and procedures.

Worked in cooperation with third party payers, state-wide organizations, and The Joint Commission to ensure corporate goals and patient expectations were consistently met and exceeded.

Championed an initiative to introduce Electronic Medical Records and Electronic Practice Management, effectively streamlining operations and improving quality of care.

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BAYSIDE FAMILY HEALTHCARE, INC., North Kingstown, RI

Chief Financial Officer, 2003-2006

Vital member of executive management team, led the creation, development, and implementation of comprehensive policies and procedures for the successful acceptance as a Medicare patient facility; also responsible for writing complex federal, state, and private grant applications Executed the standard finance, treasury, risk and accounting functions.

Built productive internal and external relationships through attentive and professional collaboration, enthusiastic leadership, and effective communication at all levels of the organization.

Prepared federal, state, and local cost reports and filings and successfully updated federal, state, and JCAHO accreditations; served as liaison to third party payers regarding reimbursements and quality improvement programs. Strong employee management and development role, with responsibility for mentoring and training incoming financial staff, evaluation of employee performance, and execution of disciplinary measures as necessary.

Responsible for the expansion of the physical plant, medical and behavioral health delivery services and introduction of electronic medical records.

CHARLES M. LYNCH & COMPANY, Warwick, RI

Sole Practitioner/Owner, 1986-2003

Successful career as principal of an accounting and consulting firm marked by the development of multiple strategic business plans that effectively secured outside financial packages.

Served clients as a consultant on production methods, management techniques and systems, internal control and compliance systems; successfully represented clients in federal and state income, sales, and use tax audits.

Analyzed marketing and business plans to identify opportunities, strengthen client service and relationship development, and improve account attainment, in alignment with business goals.

Additional Professional Experience (1973-1986):

Controller/Principal, UNIVERSIAL OPTICAL COMPANY INC., 1983-1986

Controller, UNIVERSAL OPTICAL COMPANY, INC 1982-1983

Assistant Controller, HASKON CORPORATION, 1981-1982

Corporate Accounting Manager, JANELL & SON BODY COMPANY, 1980-1981

Plant Controller/General Manager, Providence Body Company, 1978-1980

Senior Manager, FEENEY, MORISSEAU, & COMPANY CPA, 1973-1978

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Bryant University, Smithfield, RI

VOLUNTEERING

Grant Writer, Narragansett Indians, Metal Machinery Specialty, Inc., Bayside Family Healthcare, Inc.

Past Boards, Director- Rhode Island Health Center Association, East Greenwich Housing Authority, London Bridge Daycare

Consultant, WSBE-TV Channel 36, Rhode Island Public Television

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