GILBERT HALL - MBA
Unit 3 A
Chicago, Illinois 60637
Cell 773-***-****
Home 773-***-****
*******@*********.***
Hello :
I am a seasoned Accounting and Operations Professional with more than 20
years of increasingly responsible experience in general accounting,
auditing, operations, financial planning and reporting, budgeting,
training and supervising staff, fixed asset management, payroll and income
tax preparation, database administration,information systems management,
and Sarbanes-Oxley Sect 404 Compliance.
I can offer the organization the following:
Progressive experience in accounting; solid technical skills, a commitment
to accuracy, taking the lead and responsibility necessary to get the job
done effectively.
Organized, take -charge professional with exceptional follow-through
abilities and detail-orientation; able to plan and oversee from concept to
successful conclusion.
Implements a "whatever-it-takes " work ethic which inspires positive action
in fellow associates. Performs beyond the parameters of the traditional
job description. Clear and articulate communicator.
Analytical problem solver; proven expertise in assembling and organizing
information to accelerate productivity..
Excellent negotiating skills.
FUNCTIONAL EXPERTISE
. Benefit Plans & Pension Funds Account Reconciliations
Payroll Processing
. Financial Reporting Cash Flow Management
Account Analysis
. Grant Reporting/Management Yearly Forecast
Audit Schedules
. Management Reports Excel, MS Word, Access
Staff Supervision
. Month and Year End Closing Human Resource Mgmt
SEC Filings
. Contract & Fiscal Compliance Fiscal & Oper Policy Devel
System Conversion
. Investment Reporting Facility Management
GAAP Compliance & Auditing
. Internal Controls Budget Management
Realizing that this summary cannot fully communicate the benefits and the
years of experience that I can provide to the organization, I would like
very much the opportunity to speak with you personally.
I thank you for your consideration and look forward to your reply.
Sincerely,
Gilbert Hall
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Gilbert Hall - MBA
Cell (773) 676-
6233
5744 South King Drive Apt 3A
Home 773-***-****
Chicago, Illinois 60637
*******@*********.***
EDUCATION:
University of Chicago MBA Business
and Administration
Chicago State University BS Honors
Accounting/Finance
North Park University:
Certificate Non-Profit Management
Certificate Human Resource Management
PROFESSIONAL
BACKGROUND: TCA, Inc, Chicago Illinois
2008 -
Present
Director of Finance & Operations
. Manage all organization financial operations which
includes cash management, investments, budgeting,
forecasting, monthly financial reporting and
internal controls.
. Developed and implemented computerized systems for
all accounting and budgeting functions, which
increased reporting efficiency tremendously.
. Reduced audit fees by 20%, by preparing all audit
schedules in-house.
. Provide leadership and information to management,
staff, and outside entities.
. Developed and assisted with the creation of reporting
databases, implemented and trained staff to use MIP
Software.
. Complete charge of audit preparation for all grants
and contracts.
. Oversee A/P, A/R, Payroll, Fiscal, Billing, Cost
and Budget, Human Resources, and IT.
. Agency's independent auditor submitted nomination of
financial excellence award based on fiscal systems
and sound accounting practices.
. Agency received ORBA Award for Excellence in
Financial Management /Internal Controls.
Alivio Medical Center, Chicago,
Illinois Operating Budget 17.5 million 2001-2008
Controller (2004-2008) Operations
Manager (2001-2004)
. Developed and implemented agency policies and
procedures in the areas of audit, fiscal reporting,
budgeting, purchasing, billing, investments, cost
analysis, and internal controls.
. Developed and assisted with the creation of reporting
databases
. Implemented and trained staff to use Solomon Great
Plains Software
. Increased revenue collections by 15% (approximately
$75,000 annually).
. Performed what--if -analysis for decision making by
management.
. Complete charge of audit preparation for all grants
and contracts.
. Monitored cash and receivables, generated ad-hoc
reports for board presentation.
. Extensive knowledge in 3rd Party reimbursement and
various government mandated cost reports also
performed internal auditing for all cost schedules.
. Supervised A/P, A/R, Fiscal, Payroll, Billing,
Facility, and Operations.
Tasc, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Operating Budget of
$25.5 million 1993-2001
Controller(1997-2001), Internal
Auditor (1995-1997) Accounting Manager (1993-1995)
. Prepared monthly financial reports, reconcile
complex fixed asset accounts, and provide monthly
reports to management.
. Coordinated the end of the month closing process to
ensure all corporate deadlines are met and
information is presented in accordance with GAPP.
. Involved in strategic planning, cost analyses,
complete control of fiscal and administration.
. Analyzed quarterly and annual financial statements
using trend, variance and what -if-analysis.
. Maintained database, management and support for
financial applications. Implemented a new general
ledger system and trained staff to use Blackbaud
Software.
. Performing Audits and compliance reporting.
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. Supervised (2) Accountants, (4) Clerks, Operations
Manager, Purchasing Manager, and Facility Manager.
. Maintained internal control controls and accounting
procedures manuals.
. Spearheaded efforts to access internal control
systems according to corporate policies and
procedures, which included identifying areas of
weaknesses and recommending improvements.
CERTIFICATION: CFP, Real Estate Broker
SKILLS: QuickBooks, Quicken, Peachtree, Mip, American
Fundware, Solomon Great
Plains, Blackbaud, Razorsedge, Fund EZ,
Healthpro, and Centricity Billing Systems.