Manager Accounting
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Norwalk, IA *****
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Craig D. Jones
EXPERIENCED AND SUCCESSFUL ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Proficient in managing and maintaining multiple functional accounting
areas, as well as multiple projects across a wide range of
responsibilities. Proven ability to improve system processes, accounting
procedures and information integrity through the evaluation and analysis of
complex accounting problems and financial results.
Strengths include:
. Proven leadership and decision making abilities
. Financial statement preparation, analysis and forecasting
. Achievement of goals through prioritization, communication and
collaboration
. Knowledgeable in U.S. GAAP, STAT and Sarbanes Oxley compliance
. Computer proficiency in MS Office products; Word, Excel, Outlook, Power
Point and Essbase
. Strong problem solving and analytical skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
JOHN DEERE CREDIT, Johnston, Iowa 2010-Current
Contract Accountant
. Completing special projects related to Business Energy Tax Credits and
Renewable Energy Credits.
. Completing account reconciliations and general ledger analysis.
WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL, INC., Des Moines, Iowa 1994-2009
Accounting Manager 2 - 2006-2009 (Canadian Accounting Manager)
. Led, developed and influenced teams of 5 to 13 consisting both of
accounting professionals and accounting specialists during the past 10
years. Teams consistently completed assignments timely and accurately and
members were regularly recruited by other departments.
. Managed financial accounting and reporting of Canadian commercial loans
including the creation of general ledger entries, the monthly financial
statement preparation and analysis resulting in accurate financial and
regulatory reporting.
. Participated in the PeopleSoft general ledger conversion project for the
Canadian Business including development, analysis and testing resulting
in the successful implementation of the system.
. Managed the preparation and review of general ledger account
reconciliations increasing efficiencies and accuracy in the process
creating a time savings amounting to $12,000 per year.
. Managed the start up of new Canadian loans including the setup of the
general ledger accounting process by working with internal departments
and the affiliate's personnel resulting in the proper classification and
financial reporting.
Accounting Manager 2 - 2001-2006/Accounting Manager 1 - 1998-2001
(Benefits/Fixed Assets Manager)
. Managed accounting and reporting for payroll functions including variable
compensation plans creating additional reconciliations and controls to
better analyze the results.
. Plan manager for FDIC insured $100M employee savings benefit plan
maintaining a 99% accuracy percentage on the transactions processed.
This involved oversight of the daily and monthly processing of savings
account transactions.
CRAIG D. JONES
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. Responsible for corporate and statutory reporting of investments related
to excess benefit and deferred compensation plans converting the manual
recordkeeping to an automated system.
. Responsible for review of annual audited financial statements for 401(m)
plan, 401(k) plan, pension plan and medical/dental/vision plans
consistently meeting the IRS reporting deadlines.
. Managed accounting, monthly financial statement reporting and cost
analysis for our Affiliate Technology Company including the development
and implementation of a new cost allocation process to the rest of the
company.
. Manager for the fixed asset recordkeeping system leading to an
improvement of the physical inventory process.
Senior Accountant - 1994-1998 (Financial Reporting)
. Prepared the annual, three year and five year forecasts for top
management and the parent corporation.
. Prepared monthly financial statements including analysis for the Consumer
division of WF Financial.
. Prepared GAAP financial statements used for new license applications and
annual license renewals.
. Prepared GAAP and STAT financial statements.
FOUST & ASSOCIATES, P.C., Estes Park, Colorado 1988-1993
Senior Accountant / CPA
. Supervised compilation and analysis of monthly and annual financial
statements.
. Performed audits of small businesses, non-profits and governmental
agencies.
. Prepared individual and corporate income tax returns.
. Prepared payrolls for several clients.
. Prepared monthly, quarterly payroll and sales tax returns.
NORWEST FINANCIAL INC., Des Moines, Iowa (pre Wells Fargo Merger) 1985-
1988
CPA/Accountant (Centurion Life Insurance Company) (Centurion Casualty
Company)
. Prepared GAAP and STAT financial statements.
. Prepared annual statutory insurance report.
. Calculated loss reserve and income tax calculations.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
BA, Accounting, Simpson College, Indianola, Iowa
Leadership Training Courses: Leadership Education and Development (LEAD);
Situational Leadership I and II; Coaching Skills Training
PROFESSIONAL LICENSES
Iowa CPA Certificate - 1986
MEMBERSHIPS
Iowa Society of Certified Public Accountants
October 18, 2010
Controller Position #11663
Des Moines, IA
To whom it may concern,
I am writing this letter to express my interest in your Controller
position. I am a progressive accountant who has spent the past 10 years as
a manager working with various teams with responsibilities for a wide
variety of accounting functions. I am a detailed oriented person who
understands the importance in the integrity of numbers and what it takes to
produce them. During my career I have been responsible for creating
payrolls for companies of various sizes. As an experienced Manager, I have
developed strong communication, problem solving, and analytical skills. I
have also been instrumental in improving accounting processes and driving
change within my teams. Your position interests me such that I could put
to use many of the skills I have obtained throughout my career to benefit
you in this position.
As I move forward in my career I am looking for a new challenge with a
company where I can make a difference and help them succeed financially.
Your controller position would offer me responsibilities and interests I
have excelled in and enjoyed in the past. I would very much appreciate
your consideration for this position and an opportunity to discuss with you
how my experience and qualifications can meet your needs. I look forward
to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Craig D. Jones
9404 Happy Hollow Drive
Norwalk, IA 50211
abi2oi@r.postjobfree.com
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