Manager Accounting

Corliss C. Beard

Email: abnovt@r.postjobfree.com

Telephone: 313-***-****

Operationally-oriented Accounting Manager and Controller offering a distinguished career in corporate

accounting, finance and administrative functions for a global distribution/manufacturing corporation and

an international high-tech TV to Internet engineering corporation. Hands-on manager with expertise in

preparing and analyzing financial reports to summarize and forecast financial positions.

Accounting and Management Competencies:

• Finance/Accounting (GAAP) • Technology Systems/Integration

• Policy Development and Initiation

• Budget Development & Administration

• Staff Training & Development

• Cost Analysis and Reduction

• Strategic Planning and Implementation

• Financial & Operational Internal Controls

Education and Credentials

Master of Business Administration (MBA), WEST COAST UNIVERSITY – Los Angeles, CA, 1995

Bachelor of Science, Management/Finance, PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY – Malibu, CA, 1993

Career Experience

Zattoo Inc., Ann Arbor, MI

January 2008 – April 2009

US Controller/Accounting Manager

Responsible for the accounting, financial, Human Resources and administrative functions of the corporation.

Ensure monthly financial reporting is completed in an accurate and timely manner. Provide continuous updates to

accounting control systems. Prepare monthly financial statements along with supporting documentation for Chief

Financial Officer at corporate offices in Zurich, Switzerland. Manage and maintain general ledger integrity,

accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash, monthly accruals and prepayments, bank and balance sheet

reconciliations including international intercompany balances and consolidations, foreign currency valuations, WIP

calculations, fixed assets, depreciation schedules along with overseeing payroll, benefits, corporate compliance

and other Human Resources responsibilities.

Key Contributions:

• Prepared and guided company through its first external audit.

• Generated cost savings by identifying expense reduction opportunities.

• Updated employee manuals, corporate expense policies and purchase order polices.

• Revised Chart of Accounts to enable and promote departmental reporting and accountability.

• Implemented financial and accounting internal controls;

• Designed and implemented a month end close reporting agent to provide to CFO, BOD and investors;

• Instrumental in the accounting software conversion from QuickBooks to Microsoft Dynamics NAV.

Koppert Biological Systems, Inc., Romulus, MI

March 1998 – April 2007

US Controller/Accounting and Distribution Manager

Direct all financial management functions including development of monthly financial reporting and accounting

statements for parent company in Netherlands. Manage periodic closings and prepare profit and loss statements

for manufacturing and distribution divisions profit centers, along with consolidated financials, reports, budgets,

rolling forecasts, and analysis. Oversee general accounting functions including AR/AP, account reconciliation,

prepayments, accruals, WIP adjustments, payroll, invoicing, and cash management. Administer activities

performed by human resource and customer support teams. Develop and present monthly financial flash reports

for area general managers. Create ad hoc reports for audits, governmental agencies, international affiliates, and

parent company.

Key Contributions:

• Strategically increased productivity by reducing staff 1/3 without negatively effecting operations.

• Implemented 401(k), pension plan, and cost effective Health Savings Plan (HSA) that contributed to a

significant reduction of operational cost.

• Designed and introduced compliant programs, policies, and procedures for accounting department.

• Created comprehensive employee handbook and standards for all other areas of operations.

• Spearheaded conversion of accounting and inventory software applications on 3 separate occasions.

Additional experience includes full time Legal Assistant to Senior Partner for seven years at the Law Offices of

Fulbright & Jaworski, LLP, Los Angeles, California, 1990-1997

Computer Software

Microsoft Dynamics NAV (ERP), QuickBooks, Sage ACCPAC Accounting System, Crystal Reports, Viligent

Accounting System, Paychex and ADP Payroll Software, Microsoft Office, Windows Operating Systems and

Internet Research

Certifications:

Federal Income Tax Certification, National Tax Training School, 2005;

Jackson Hewitt Tax Training Certification, 2008

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