Management Financial

Heather J. Longee

**** ****** *****, ******, ***** 76039

Phone: 817-***-**** E-mail: *******@**.**.***

Corporate Controller / VP of Finance / CFO

Highly-skilled, detail-oriented Accounting and Finance professional with

demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing efficient, cost-

conscious processes and procedures. As a key resource to senior management,

offers the technical knowledge and leadership ability to build and manage a

team, eliminate waste and costly errors and establish smooth, efficient

accounting and financial functions. Possesses exceptional business savvy

to identify opportunities and create solutions to challenging problems.

Understands the critical need for accurate, timely financial reporting to

help a business exceed revenue goals. Seeking new challenges and

opportunities where the combination of experience and skills can be

utilized for mutual growth and advancement. Excellent technical skills,

including Microsoft Office Suite, Solomon, Hyperion, FRX, SAP, and

Peoplesoft.

Career Achievements

. Proven track record of effectively managing all facets of the

accounting and finance function, including accounts payable, accounts

receivable, cash management, audits, financial analysis and reporting.

. Developed and implemented streamlined procedures for all financial

processes, leading to increased efficiency and accuracy.

. Collaborated with senior executive management to identify cost-saving

opportunities, eliminate waste and utilize existing resources more

effectively.

. Cut the month-end closing schedule from 60 days to just five days

within 2 months of joining Sonitrol. Eliminated a 7-month backlog on

Balance Sheets.

. Improved financial reporting accuracy, resulting in a reduction in the

length of the audit process from 4 months to just one, and cutting

adjustments from 66 in 2007 to ZERO in 2008.

. Reduced attrition rate within the Finance Team from 37% to 2% by

reinforcing employee confidence, improving morale and empowering staff

to stretch their knowledge and capabilities.

. Received Outstanding Manager of the Year Award from Perot Systems in

2006 and earned the Analyst of the Year Award two consecutive years

with American Airlines.

. Launched the accounting and finance team in Mexico for Perot Systems

with seamless results.

Experience

Prime Therapeutics, Irving, TX

2009 to Present

Senior Director, Finance

. Manage the financial activities relating to the maintenance, reporting

and control environment of the day to day financial activities of the

mail pharmacy operations in Irving, Texas & Albuquerque, New Mexico.

. Work with internal and external resources to analyze and interpret

business results and data including but not limited to costs, revenue

and profitability.

. Provide comprehensive, accurate, timely and relevant financial

analysis and reporting to Prime management.

. Provide financial support to the business unit on the annual

budgeting, periodic forecasting processes, and monthly financial

reporting. This includes capital planning and justification of FTE

requests.

. Direct activities related to process and system improvement, system

implementation and automation projects related to the finance

department to ensure timely and on budget implementation of projects

and successful execution of project goals.

Heather J. Longee ( E-mail: *******@**.**.***

Experience Continued...

Stanley Convergent Security Solutions, Westlake, TX

2007 - 2009

Vice-President/Controller-Field Operations

. Provide key financial advice to five Regional Vice Presidents (RVPs)

through key metrics reporting.

. Perform Ad-hoc analysis as requested from District General Managers

(DGMs) and RVPs, an integral part of financial close process and

ensure that monthly process review corresponds with Corporate

Initiatives.

. Analyze and report financial performance to Executives and Corporate

Officers.

. Assist and guide Regional Vice Presidents through the annual budget

process, providing detailed monthly/quarterly reports and analysis to

assist in improving operating margin.

. Accountable for day to day operations of Sonitrol Legacy financials.

. Integration of Sonitrol Legacy system into SBN and SAP.

. Legacy, HSM Sales and Use Tax preparation.

Sonitrol Corporation, Westlake, TX

(Purchased by Stanley Convergent Security Solutions in 2008)

Corporate Controller

. Directed the preparation of reports; summarized and forecasted company

business activity and financial position based on past, present, and

expected operations.

. Supervised periodic audits and ensured compliance with established

policies and regulations.

. Analyzed and reported financial condition of the company to Executive

Team, financial institutions, and Board of Directors.

. Oversaw accounting staff, including Accounts Receivable/Payable,

Collections, Finance and support.

. Provided department and branch managers with financial guidance;

maintained all financial records.

. Responsible for budgeting and forecasting process and the primary

contact with external audit firms.

Perot Systems, Plano, TX 2001 to

2007

Controller, Corporate SG&A, Division Controller, Infrastructure Solutions

Responsibilities included monthly reporting, quarterly forecasts, and

guidance to Perot System Senior Leaders, including CFO, CEO, and CIO, as

well as hired and managed a staff of 17 locally and abroad.

. Financial reporting for entire Overhead Department of company, as well

as participating in quarterly SEC reporting packages.

. Assured financials complied with SOX and GAAP.

. Prepared benefits forecasts and monitored self-insured claims

information; calculated corporate allocation rates monitoring for

Benefits, Space, Training, and Allocations to verticals for share of

overhead costs.

Controller, Corporate SG&A

. Held principal role in presentations, demonstrations, furnishing of

expert advice and addressing executive management questions with

regard to area of responsibility.

. Accountable for personnel-related tasks that directly impact

departmental staff, including, but not limited to hiring, performance

appraisals, training, management development planning, counseling and

termination when necessary.

. Ensured that Finance tactical and strategic plans and implementation

met or exceeded company's needs.

. Legal and GAAP compliance guarantees in all areas, seeing that

Managers, Specialists, and Analysts understand and practice

appropriate procedures.

. Developed and implement overall tactical plan, including the

development of priorities, setting schedules, budgeting, and providing

work direction.

. Work in tandem with Directors and Advisors in reviewing objectives and

recommending required changes.

. Conducted consistent and effective senior management updates.

American Airlines, Fort Worth, TX - Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate

Real Estate 1988 to 2001

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting and Business

North Oxfordshire College-Banbury, England

Audits & Financial Statements ( Accounts Receivable/Payable ( Management (

Ad-hoc Analysis

Strategic & Financial Analysis ( Teamwork & Communication ( Financial

Reporting ( Compliance

Budgeting & Forecasting ( Training & Mentoring ( Presentations &

Demonstrations

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