David Singer
Simi Valley, CA *****
abk9e8@r.postjobfree.com
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Multi talented Cost Analyst/ Special Projects Accountant skilled in
complex reporting and proficient in dealing with other departments to
maximize profitability. Proficiency in a wide range of accounting
functions, including: budgeting, variance analysis, accounts payable &
receivable, expense reports, and reconciliation.
( ( Company/Operations ( Budget Creation and
Leadership/Motivation/Te Development Maintenance
amwork ( Communication/Customer (
( Accounts Payable and Relations Weekly/Monthly/Financia
Receivable ( Conducts l Review
( Profit Optimization Investigations and ( Actual - Budget
and Control Audits Variance analysis
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
DEVELOPED and improved equipment and utilization patterns for
operations which reduced labor and utility expenses by 20% and 27%.
IMPLEMENTED welding cost reduction program saving employer 50% per
implemented inspection.
AUTOMATED throughput reporting system; initiated use of on-site
computer receiving dock; Automation enabled function completion in
hours as opposed to days or weeks.
EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND
OFFICE MANAGER/ WELDING INSPECTOR, C & T Welding, 2007-Current
Responsible for weekly disbursements, cash management, accounts
payable, accounts receivable, collections, aging, coding, account
analysis, bank reconciliation, budgeting, variance analysis,
purchasing supplies and employment screening interviews. Duties
include monthly inventory, time motion studies, assisted with cost
estimating and bid preparation, weekly financial reviews and ad hoc
financial reports.
Daily monitoring of welding activities and maintaining compliance with
expected requirements. Performed inspection before/during/after
welding, verified electrodes and monitored compliance to safety.
Produced daily inspection production & quality reports. Performed
welder qualification per Welding Procedure Specification. Maintained
QC and bid related documents.
COST ANALYST - CONTRACT CLOSEOUT SPECIALIST (Contractor), Lockheed
Martin, 2005-2006
Responsible for preparing complex Final (Billing) Vouchers for CPFF
and T & M contracts. Reconciled prior billings dating back to the
early 1980's, performed cost past the period of performance research
and worked with contracts, procurement and program departments to
facilitate final voucher process. Assisted with Sarbane and Oxley
compliance audits.
Duties included assisting DCAA auditors, special projects such as
auditing purchase orders and invoices to ensure compliance with FAR,
program actual to budget variance analysis, reconciling invoiced to
paid, collecting and reporting historical cost information,
investigating cost structures for new and existing contracts along
with training of new billing specialists.
David Singer
Simi Valley, CA 93065
abk9e8@r.postjobfree.com
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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (Continued)
SPECIAL PROJECTS ACCOUNTANT, Hersh and Associates, 2003-2006
In charge of cash management including setting up company and client
bank, investment and mutual fund accounts. Duties include monitoring
and transferring funds between accounts, account analysis,
forecasting, client billing, financial consultations, individual
taxes, offsite special cost savings projects, expense account review,
analyzing client records and special reporting.
Provided account reconciliation and analysis, A/P approvals, trouble
shooting, aging, collections, and assisted with M/E close. Duties
include variance analysis, payroll and bonus reporting, petty cash,
and individual tax returns. (Served as a part time Office Computer
Specialist responsible for installations, repairs, and network
connections.)
COST ANALYST/ SPECIAL PROJECTS ADMINISTRATOR, Hersh and Associates,
1998-2002
Responsible for monthly operating review (MOR) for expense, plant
utilization, periodic disposal and transportation forecasts. Devised
weekly reports used to save and control costs. Acted as liaison
between accounting, operations and sales to coordinate special pricing
and contribution margin reports.
Accountable for overseeing vehicle and machinery exports to South
America. Tasks included purchasing, negotiating contracts,
reconciliation of funds, wires, internet researching, traveling as
needed for deal making, offsite inspection, ROI analysis, security
device installation and provided logistical support as needed.
EDUCATION
California State University, Long Beach (Bachelor of Science degree):
Business Administration
Major: Managerial Finance and Accounting.
SPECIAL SKILLS
MS Vista, MS Office 2007: Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook, Intuit
Quick Books, FACS (Fixed Assets Control System), Billable Cost System,
Dodge & McCormick G/L, Jamis, SQL Plus, ADAR (Hyperion Performance
Suite), Trees, MCBA G/L
CERTIFICATIONS
AWS - Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
ICC - Structural Steel & Bolting Special Inspector (S1)/ Structural
Welding Special Inspector (S2)