**** ********** *****, **** ****, WI *****
EMAIL abhyud@r.postjobfree.com CELL 262-***-****
J E F F R E Y P. D A H L, CPA
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a cost accountant position in a rewarding and dynamic
environment.
BACKGROUND SUMMARY
Results-oriented accounting professional with diversified
experience in accounting, cash flow management, business
support, and financial analysis. Strong PC/spreadsheet skills,
excellent multi-tasking and organizational aptitudes. Effective
communicator and problem-solver.
EXPERIENCE
KM TOOL SUPPLY/CARBIDE TOOLS
KM Tool Supply is a distributor of cutting tools such as end
mills and drills.
Carbide tools designs and makes tooling for the manufacturing
sector.
Controller-KM Tool Supply/Carbide Tools
2004-Present
. Prepared and analyzed monthly financial statements.
. Created company budgets.
. Created cost accounting standards
. Created flexible budgets
. Conducted throughput analysis
. Determined overhead costs
. Performed variance analysis-fixed and variable
. Obtained corporate financing
. Conducted profitability analysis
. Conducted cost/volume/profit analysis
. Ran discounted cash flow analysis on capital projects
. Analyzed financial results using profitability ratios
. Identified slow moving and obsolete inventory
. Created cost accounting system for Carbide Tools
. Achieved timely month end close.
. Achieved maximum cash flow and manage line of credit for optimum
effect
. Created efficiencies in inventory management
. Created policies and procedures related to the control of
company assets and the proper completion of financial
transactions. Modified existing policies and procedures to
match new requirements. Trained department personnel when
needed in the use of accounting policies and procedures.
. Set up proper internal financial statement.
. Changed cash application to facilitate month end bank
reconciliation
. Analyzed and prepared lease schedule and payments
. Created efficient MIS system for Carbide Tools.
. Obtained cost effective financing for both companies
. Supervised and lead accounting department
. .Created timely month end inventory reports
. Enhanced inventory management efficiencies
. Consulted with owners regarding purchases, staffing and future
goals of companies(s).
. Analyzed machine purchase for cost effectiveness
BEND INDUSTRIES, West Bend, WI
Bend Industries is a leading manufacturer of quality masonry
products for the architectural and construction industries.
Accounting Manager
2001-2004
. Designed and prepared month- and year-end financial statements
for management. Prepared an interpretive analysis of the
financial statements.
. Reviewed revenue and expense trends and communicated those
trends to management.
. Calculated a standard set of ratios of corporate financial
performance.
. Analyzed product line sales and costs.
. Cost-volume-profit analysis on product lines.
. Worked within a standard cost system using process costing.
Familiar with job costing and variable costing.
. Prepared and distributed recurring and one-time management
reports.
. Assisted managers in budget development and planning.
Maintained the company budget and transferred the budget
information into the financial statements. Communicated
variances of actual to budgeted results to management.
. Compiled and evaluated inventory costs; recorded periodically
fixed assets and ensured proper recording in the correct asset
category.
. Created cash management techniques for corporate headquarters
and four subsidiary locations.
. Created policies and procedures related to the control of
company assets and the proper completion of financial
transactions. Modified existing policies and procedures to
match new requirements. Trained department personnel when
needed in the use of accounting policies and procedures.
. Created procedures for the proper indexing, storage and
retrieval of all accounting documents. Planned and scheduled
for the orderly destruction of outdated documents.
. Work with and assist outside auditors during the fiscal audit
period. Prepared work papers for year-end audit.
Credit Manager
1993-2001
. Created policies and procedures for accounts receivable and cash
receipts at corporate headquarters and four subsidiary locations
to enhance efficiency.
. Changed accounts receivable cash application from a manual
system to a computer based systems, resulting in a current daily
accounts receivable aging.
. Changed collection strategy, reducing outstanding receivables by
over 10% a year. Reduced NSF check loses by recommending and
implementing a check guarantee service netting the company
$3,000 in savings. Successfully resolved aging accounts
receivable issues.
. Increased monthly cash flow, which resulted in a savings of
$60,000 a year in operating capitol interest. Worked with bank
in obtaining new products utilized in bank transfers and
reconciliation's, saving the company $20,000 in interest a year.
PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES, INC., Oak Brook Terrace, IL
1992-1993
Offers temporary job placement services in a number of
industries including accounting.
Staff Accountant
. Sent on various accounting assignments as needed. Received high
ratings in work preformed.
PRO-LINE DOOR SYSTEMS, Wood Dale, IL
1991-1992
Manufacturer of overhead door systems.
Accounting Manager
. Prepared thorough month-end financial statements for management.
Supervised accounts receivable and accounts payable. Filed
various tax returns on a timely basis.
PARKSIDE MEDICAL SERVICES CORP., Park Ridge, IL
1988-1991
Affiliated with Lutheran General Hospital, offering substance
abuse treatment at centers located throughout the United States.
Corporate Accountant
. Worked as liaison between various departments obtaining and
processing accounting data. Prepared cash receipts and cash
disbursements entries for numerous sub-departments. Created and
reviewed financial statements for accuracy. Prepared budgets
for various sub-departments.
EDUCATION
2001 - 2003 University of Phoenix (On-Line)
Phoenix, Arizona
Master of Business Administration/Accounting
1990 Becker CPA Review Des Plaines,
Illinois
Passed CPA exam May 1991
1980-1984 University of Wisconsin
Menomonie, Wisconsin
B.A. Business Administration
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Member of the American Institute of Certified Public
Accountants, Member of the Wisconsin CPA Society, Member of the
Institute of Management Accountants
SKILLS
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint MS-DOS Lotus 1-2-3
Visual Basic Access QAD/Mfg
Pro
REFERENCES
Upon Request