Paul W. Capron
*** ********* ** ( Willow Grove, PA 19090
**********@*******.***
Summary
Over 20 years experience in accounting concentrating on the aspects of cost
and inventory accounting in both manufacturing and healthcare. Proven
ability to analyze, compare, and interpret facts and figures quickly. Make
sound judgments based on data obtained. Clearly communicate results of
work, orally and in writing. Good working with people and with business
systems and computers. Possess high standard of integrity.
Areas of Expertise
Cost Accounting Budget Preparation
Financial Analysis Inventory Control Implementation
Professional Experience :
Independent Contractor August 2003 - Present
Consulting and Accounting Services in a variety of fields including:
. Financial Analysis
. Cost Accounting
. Inventory Control
. Budget Preparation
. Implementation
Tyco Electronics, Willow Grove PA
Senior Cost Accountant October 1998 - July 2003
Responsible for the maintenance, analysis, and control of the systems and
records relating the Company's inventory, and for the development and
maintenance of the standard cost accounting system including variance
reporting and analysis. Additional responsibilities include design and
implementation of procedures and records necessary to track the materials
used in production.
Paoli Memorial Hospital, Paoli PA
Cost Analyst February 1992 - September 1998
Cost accounting for a hospital Responsible for the maintenance,
production, and integrity of the computerized Cost Accounting system
including: preparation of periodic financial statements; economic analysis
of various operational and departmental activities with recommendations
designed to improve delivery of services; budget allocations and control;
facilitating information exchange, streamlining policies and procedures,
and improving reporting accuracy.
International Mobile Machines Inc., King of Prussia, PA
Cost Accountant January 1991 - January 1992
Cost accounting consultant for a telecommunications company. Responsible
for assisting with set-up of a computerized cost system, closing process,
and physical inventory.
Paper Manufacturing Company, Philadelphia, PA
Cost Analyst April 1988 - December 1990
Cost Accounting for an international manufacturer of medical packaging.
Responsible for developing cost standards, producing and explaining
variance reports, production planning and burdening rate determination,
controlling and valuing inventory and assisting in monthly closings and
annual manufacturing planning processing, including the creation of
machine rates.
KDI Sylvan Pools, Inc., Doylestown, PA
Junior Cost Accountant August 1981 - April 1988
Cost and general accounting for a manufacturer of residential and
commercial swimming pools. Responsible for developing cost standards,
producing and explaining variance reports, controlling and valuing
inventory and assisting in monthly closings, cash flow projections and
control, preparation of financial reports, bank account maintenance, review
of procedures and practices to control and verify integrity of
expenditures. Supervised 1 clerk.
Academic Credentials
B.S., Business Administration, LaSalle University
Computer Utilization, Eastern Montgomery County Vocational Technical
Schools
Computer Proficiencies
( Excel ( MS Word
Mfg Pro, Mas 90, Symix, Mapics, SAP, Craig, TSI, Sms
Willing to Travel ( References AND salary requirements Available upon
Request