Kimberly A. DeVoy
*** ***** *** **** ( Imlay City, MI 48444 810-***-**** ( ******@***.***
Qualifications for Controller / Accounting Manager
Proven, detail-oriented professional with extensive experience spanning
financial leadership, office administration, and team management. Adept at
improving cash flow, reducing outstanding account receivables, and
maintaining compliance with internal policies and regulations. Excels in
all areas of accounting, personnel management, and new system
implementation, driving operational efficiencies and overall business
workflow. A fast learner who functions well in a team environment; able to
maintain and develop relationships with clients/partners and various levels
of personnel. Additional areas of expertise include:
Budget Preparation Financial Analysis Forecasting
Communications
Operations Management P&L Responsibility Policy & Procedures
Loss Prevention & Control
Highlights
. Enhanced and corrected an organization's accounting procedures, resolved
tax issues, and improved cash flow; implemented high operational
standards, resulting in increased productivity.
. Reduced outstanding receivables 50% by developing a successful NSF and
credit card charge back program at corporate stores; cut running balance
from $30K to less than $2K.
. Processed over $1.5 million in annual payroll for an area with the lowest
unemployment rate in Michigan; reduced both workers' compensation rates
and employer liability insurance rates.
. Played a key role in facilitating an office's overall workflow; developed
and administered forms, reports, and policies and procedures, ensuring
data integrity, financial reporting accuracy, and compliance with company
controls.
Career Track
Detroit Wheel and Tire, LLC & American Color 1997 to Present
Controller: Oversees the financial functions of two multimillion-dollar
companies, from financial administration, general ledger, accounts payable
and receivable, payroll, taxes, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting to
purchasing. Coordinates financial reporting, including reconciliation of
monthly and annual closings. Supervises staff, including hiring, training,
and mentoring. Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures.
Maintains relationships with financial institutions, lenders, insurance
agencies, and various financial services companies. Provides leadership to
various Company entities.
American Diversity LLC 2005 to 2007
President: Formed an employee leasing company with diverse worksite
clients/employers. Provides operational leadership. Recruits and hires
employees; assigns personnel to specific employers. Oversees benefits
along with workers' compensation and employer liability policies; ensures
compliance and distributes employee handbooks as well as performs human
resources and payroll processing.
Woodland Siding and Construction 1996 to 1997
Office Manager: Administered general accounting; composed, communicated,
and enforced company policies and procedures. Performed job costing,
hiring, and training; supervised office staff. Supported customer
relations, financial reporting, office administration, and personnel
scheduling.
Las Vegas Discount Golf and Tennis / St. Andrews Golf Company 1995 to 1996
Credit Manager: Led collections, processing, and reporting of franchisee
royalties. Processed and verified credit references and set up new
franchisee accounts. Notified delinquent accounts and arranged payment
plans. Conducted weekly credit committee meetings for critical accounts;
worked with collection agencies. Administered personal check and credit
card policies/procedures for retail stores and outlets. Served as the
company representative at court hearings against franchisees in default.
Royce Corporation 1994 to 1995
Office Manager: Provided financial administration for accounts payable and
receivable, general ledger, payroll, taxes, collections, monthly
statements, month-end closings, bank statement reconciliations, deposits,
and purchases. Maintained personnel files, spreadsheets, and records as
well as composed forms.
Prior to 1994, employed as an Office Manager for Suncoast Southwest Inc.,
Credit Manager at Miles Fox Office Supply, and Credit Service Supervisor at
Comp-U-Check.
References Available Upon Request.