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Project Manager Accounting

Location:
Draper, UT, 84020
Posted:
April 16, 2013

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Vicky Johnson, CPA

***** ***** *** ****

Draper, UT 84020

801-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/vjohnsoncpa **********@*****.***

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Performance driven, analytical Senior Financial Executive with an

outstanding track record in the roles of controller and vice president of

accounting for publicly traded and privately held companies. Proven leader

excelling at building productive teams through training and mentoring.

Highly motivated individual who thrives in fast-paced and challenging

environments, while remaining focused and effective. Known for

successfully identifying and implementing opportunities for cost

management, process and control improvements that drive bottom-line

earnings.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Leadership Diverse Industry Knowledge Team Building

US GAAP Acquisitions and Mergers Revenue Recognition

Financial Analysis Software System Internal Controls

Conversions

International Accounting Cost Management Financial Reporting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TD AMERITRADE HOLDING CORP., Draper, UT 2006 - 2013

Director, Education Accounting 2010 - 2013

Led up to 5 direct reports for the education subsidiary. Responsible for

the accounting, financial and operational reporting, financial planning,

forecasting, cash management and internal controls.

. Provided financial support for successful launch of revised product

offering and pricing, simplifying the sales process.

. Initiated credit card processor conversion which resulted in a 12%

reduction in monthly processing fees and attained compliance with PCI

data security standards.

. Reduced time frame of financial close through system and process

improvements and training and coaching of associates.

. Reviewed revenue recognition and deferred revenue balances of multiple

element arrangements, ensuring proper accounting treatment.

. Transitioned accounts payable and payroll functions to corporate,

eliminating redundancies and reducing staffing costs.

THINKORSWIM GROUP INC., Draper, UT

2006 - 2009

Acquired by TD Ameritrade in 2009

Vice President of Accounting / Controller

Oversaw finance function - with annual revenues of $400M - financial

statement preparation and consolidation, financial analysis, SEC and

brokerage reporting, audits, stock options, internal controls, treasury and

cash management, inventory, accounts payable/ receivable, payroll and

general ledger.

. Completed implementation of SAP ERP and CRM software, resolving revenue

recognition deficiencies and errors and improving customer order

management and efficiency.

. Closed, recorded and integrated a major acquisition which doubled the

revenues of the company.

. Prepared / monitored internal / external reporting (SEC / brokerage

filings, etc.) ensuring accuracy.

. Coordinated with external and internal auditors, legal and tax

professionals, assuring adherence to rules and regulations.

. Evaluated new product proposals for financial viability and appropriate

revenue recognition methods.

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OMNITURE, INC., Orem, UT 2005 - 2006

Director of Accounting

Directed accounting and reporting functions for the company while preparing

for the initial public offering.

. Implemented financial systems, control policies and procedures, reworked

prior years of financial statements and brought tax filings /

registrations current for initial public offering.

. Established quarterly balance sheet and business reviews to facilitate

internal and external reporting accuracy.

. Set-up international entities and created international reporting

processes.

Cadence Design Systems, INC., Sandy, UT 2002 - 2005

Senior Finance Manager, Revenue and Commissions 2004 - 2005

Responsible for worldwide reporting of the company's revenue, cost,

receivables and liabilities for $150M business segment, supervising a staff

of 9.

. Reviewed sales contracts for completeness and appropriateness.

. Determined revenue recognition method and timing, including analysis of

requirements for multiple element arrangements, with consideration of

vendor specific objective evidence.

. Maintained controller function over Canadian subsidiary.

. Directed implementation of the worldwide commission compensation plans,

standardizing plans.

International Accounting Manager 2002 - 2004

Accountable for analysis, review and reporting of financial results from

multiple international sites and the consolidation of company financials.

. Applied ASC 830 / FAS 52 to foreign currency transactions and prepared

consolidated monthly reporting, adhering to GAAP requirements.

. Assumed controller function for Canadian subsidiary, yielding a reduction

in staffing and cost.

. Served as Project Manager for initial Sarbanes Oxley implementation,

effecting compliance worldwide.

Inari, Inc., Draper, UT 1999 - 2002

Controller

Oversaw all accounting functions including general accounting and

reporting, cash management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, audits,

payroll and benefits, fixed assets and inventory.

. Designed and prepared standard reporting packages for executives, Board

of Directors and investors, providing clearer view of results.

. Led / monitored annual budget preparation and analysis against actual

results.

. Established standard accounting/operations policies/procedures,

increasing efficiencies/ comparability.

ADDITIONAL RELATED EXPERIENCE

DELOITTE & TOUCHE, Salt Lake City, UT, AUDIT Senior

EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS / AFFILIATIONS

BS, Accounting and Business Administration, Peru State College, Peru, NE

Computer Skills: SAP, Oracle, Great Plains, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office-

Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access

Licensed Certified Public Accountant

Member of the AICPA

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics, United Way

Former Member of the Board of Directors and Treasurer for the YWCA of Salt

Lake City



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