Matthew (Matt) R. Gerrell, CPA

*** ***** ********** **. *************, FL 32327, 850-***-****, abn6zj@r.postjobfree.com

January 30, 2013

To whom it may concern:

I am a licensed CPA in the state of Florida with approximately 8 years of experience. My experience was

earned in the public accounting arena as an auditor and also in the private sector with a multi-state general

contractor in the position of Controller. I am a hard working team-player who enjoys adding value to the

organization that I am employed with. I would classify myself as a very analytical person who excels at

detail-oriented tasks, while also practicing great time management to meet deadlines.

Currently I work as the Controller and Office Manager for Regions Contractors, Inc. in Crawfordville,

FL. I am charged with the responsibility of handling all fiscal, regulatory, and personnel matters for the

company. My responsibilities include preparing the annual budget of approximately $10 million, and

reporting budget to actual results as needed. My current duties also include preparing accurate monthly

financial statement packages for Regions Contractors, three affiliated entities, and the three owners

individually. Due to the limited number of office staff, I also serve as the project accountant for each

project which includes; analyzing project to date cost reports, ensuring subcontractor’s insurance is in

compliance with our policy, reviewing monthly subcontractor draws and lien waivers, ensuring

compliance with federal certified payroll requirements, and troubleshooting any issues that arise during

the project.

My experience in the public accounting sector exposed me to a variety of industries including not-for-

profit and governmental entities. However, my primary area was in the property and casualty insurance

industry handling complex statutory accounting matters. I served as an auditor as well as a consultant to

troubled and start-up insurance companies, and worked directly with the client and the Florida Office of

Insurance Regulation while providing consultation services. Public accounting provided me with a great

work ethic as well as a certain adaptability that makes me an asset to most employers.

I am proficient in most computer software programs including Microsoft Office products, computerized

accounting software packages (Quickbooks/Timberline), and various databases and management software

packages.

I hope you find that my experience and credentials qualify me for the position and I look forward to

learning more about this opportunity. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.

Regards,

Matthew R. Gerrell

Matthew (Matt) R. Gerrell, CPA

369 River Plantation Rd. Crawfordville, FL 32327, 850-***-****, abn6zj@r.postjobfree.com

Experience Controller/Office Manager

08/2010-Present Regions Contractors, Inc., Crawfordville, FL 32327

Maintain general ledger for company and three affiliates in accordance with

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Coordinate all activities with independent CPA firm for financial statement audits,

reviews, and tax filings.

Perform all human resource activities for the company including payroll, payroll

tax filings (state and federal), placement of group health and supplemental

insurance for all employees.

Perform all treasury activities with financial institutions and maintained

meaningful relationships with their personnel.

Maintain state licensing in 13 states for the company’s general contractors

licenses.

Maintain subsidiary records and perform activities within the cycles of accounts

receivable, accounts payable, fixed asset acquisition and disposition, job cost for

construction contracts, and cash management.

Prepare, analyze, and communicate budget to actual results to management on a

monthly and ad hoc basis.

Preparation of financial projections to assist management in strategic planning.

Provide all financial information to Corporate Headquarters for affiliated

company as a franchisee in the property remediation and restoration industry and

ensure compliance with the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Daily supervision of two subordinates.

Audit Senior

08/2007-08/2010 Thomas Howell Ferguson P.A., Tallahassee, FL

Performed initial planning and risk assessment procedures for audits.

Designed and performed procedures to test internal controls and communicated

planned procedures to subordinates.

Supervised personnel daily during the performance of fieldwork.

Reviewed workpaper documentation of subordinates for compliance with firm

quality control guidelines.

Prepared financial statements, reports on internal control, and reports to audit

committees as part of engagement responsibilities.

Prepared and provided performance evaluations for staff supervised.

Performed consulting activities for start-up companies including the design of

policies and procedures and financial reporting guidelines.

Performed billing for clients assigned on behalf of the firm.

Monitored engagement budgets and explained resolved discrepancies.

Audit Staff

02/2005-10/2007 Thomas Howell Ferguson P.A., Tallahassee, FL

Prepared audit workpapers for engagements assigned.

Compiled financial statements for clients.

Managed accounts payable and expenses for clients assigned on a consulting

basis.

Senior Accounting Clerk

08/2001-02/2005 Florida Department of Education, Tallahassee, FL

Assisted Comptroller’s Office with daily accounting functions.

Reviewed and entered travel vouchers submitted by employees into the

Department’s vendor software.

Provided assistance with other administrative duties including courier, phone,

filing, and data entry services.

Improved existing filing and workflow process within the vendor’s payable

accounting function.

Education Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL

05/2003-08/2006

Bachelor of Sciences, Accounting

Bachelor of Sciences, Risk Management and Insurance

Recipient of FSU Accounting Excellence Scholarship

Golden Key Honor Society, National Collegiate Scholar

Software Proficiencies Quickbooks, IDEA Data Mining, Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint and

Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Sage Timberline Office

Professional Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Organizations American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Director, Wakulla Academic Boosters Association (501c-3)

Matthew R. Gerrell, CPA

369 River Plantation Rd. Crawfordville, FL 32327,850-***-****, abn6zj@r.postjobfree.com

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