Lea A. Bechard

**** *** *****, **. *****, Missouri 63123 . 314-***-****

abjtir@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Experienced and detail-oriented accounting professional, with a proven

ability to perform a broad range of functions including auditing, accounts

receivable, tax, consolidation, and analysis. Self-motivated with strong

multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, analytical, excellent

interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize and excellent attention to

detail producing consistent and accurate results with strong follow-up and

problem solving skills. Ability to learn new skills quickly and

effectively. Recognized for dedication, work ethic, and going the extra

mile.

EXPERIENCE

Accounting Analyst

April 2010 to August 2010

HOK, St. Louis, Missouri

Oversaw all overhead budget spending for over 15 departments and the

Middle East. Monthly analysis of all

department spending and monthly meetings with department heads to

review past and future spending. Monthly

reporting for the Middle East. Monthly intercompany

reconciliation.

Senior Accountant

July 2008 to Jan 2010

AkzoNobel, Chicago, Illinois

AkzoNobel is the world's largest paintings and coatings company and also

makes a variety of specialty chemicals.

Review and consolidate financial statements monthly/quarterly for 25

entities world-wide to ensure compliance with IFRS and regulatory

requirements. Monthly & quarterly analysis of financials for monthly

booklet to corporate including EVA, OWC, revenue development, transfer

pricing segmentation, price volume mix analysis, and ad-hoc reports to

management. Review and update policies and procedures in compliance with

IFRS compliance standards and internal audit. Assist with preparing and

analyzing data for rolling forecast booklet quarterly and budget booklet

yearly.

. Managed and performed restatements for 2008.

. Lead Hyperion upgrade project.

Financial Reporting Analyst

Jan 2007 to July 2008

Rexam, Chicago, Illinois

Rexam is the world's leading consumer packaging company groups and the

world's leading beverage can maker.

Prepared P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and year-end schedules for three

entities in compliance with IFRS. Oversaw the general ledger and month-

end closing and compliance process. Provide management with SG&A

reporting on a monthly basis. Performed post audit review of capital

projects for internal control. Created preliminary and final tax

information for senior management. Supported in the coordination of the

year-end audit.

. Created a new P&L and balance sheet to comply with Mexican GAAP.

. Drove down month-end closing time thru process innovation.

Staff Accountant

Nov

2005 to Jan 2007

Harman-Becker Automotive Systems (Harman International), Martinsville,

Indiana

Harman International is the world's leader in consumer and professional

audio equipment and car audio. Harman is well known for legendary brands

such as JBL, Harman Kardon, Infinity, and Mark Levision.

Responsible for cash, sales tax, and month-end close entries at

applicable exchange rates. Completed account reconciliations to ensure

balances are correct. Performed Sarbanes-Oxley compliance documentation.

. Supported SAP implementation of Accounts Payable module.

. Established process improvements for invoice postings to ensure

accuracy & timeliness.

Assistant Credit Manager

Feb 2004 to

Oct 2005

Wolff Shoe Company, Fenton, Missouri

Reviewed and approved credits for accuracy and conformance with

procedures, regulations, and corporate objectives. Performed month-end

closing for Accounts Receivable general ledger accounts. Prepared

customer account and billing reconciliations highlighting critical credit

risks.

. Managed vendor rebate funds account for senior management review.

. Cleaned up old dues and set-up processes for Accounts Receivable

department.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Accounting, December 2003

Maryville University, St. Louis, Missouri

TECHNOLOGICAL SKILLS

SAP, SAP BW, Hyperion, Cartesis, Great Plains, Peachtree, MS Word, MS

Excel, MS PowerPoint

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