Manager Management
Resume:
STEVEN MACDONALD
Waldwick, New Jersey 07463
*****@*********.***
SUMMARY
Results-oriented financial manager, specializing in all aspects of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting,
financial analysis, and strategic planning. Resource to senior management to relay accurate and timely
information. Outstanding presentation, reporting, and communication skills.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
The HOBART WEST GROUP- Legal Depositions Firm 2003-2009
Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (March 2003-May 2008, September 2008-March 2009)
• Managed and directed all aspects of the annual budget and reforecast, including target establishment,
presentations, and bridge analysis for a $195 million company with over 60 offices nation wide.
• Implemented a monthly reporting package including operating results, financial commentary, variance
analysis, productivity graphs, and a quarterly Management Discussion and Analysis document.
• Performed in-depth financial analysis of the company’s financial statements and propose
recommendations to senior management.
• Developed and maintained all the long-term financial models including income statement, balance sheet,
and cash flow projections.
• Prepared presentations for senior management, Board of Directors, and banks.
• Generated key performance metrics and leading business indicators for senior management.
• Worked with IT department to develop reports in People soft nvision.
AVIS BUDGET GROUP- Global Vehicle Rental Industry 2008-2008
Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (May 2008-September 2008 Downsizing)
• Partnered with the General & Administrative management team in developing analysis, forecasts, and
annual plans for $150 million overhead group.
• Acted as a key financial resource assisting General & Administrative management in resolution of
financially impacting issues.
• Collaborated with the Hyperion Essbase support team to develop forecasting templates and reports.
UNILEVER RESEARCH U.S.-Consumer Products Company 2000-2003
Finance Manager
• Developed and prepared monthly forecasts and annual plan for a $70 million facility.
• Prepared a monthly internal reporting package including variance analysis, financial
commentary, detail listing of departmental expenses, and graphs.
• Responsible for all North American reporting including income statement, balance sheet, and
operating cash flow.
• Provided accounting and analytical support to the administrative groups with recommendations.
• Coordinated monthly closing process including journal entry preparation
• Proficient in the use of SAP general ledger package.
• Managed staff of two.
WELLESLEY, LLC- Mergers and Acquisition Firm 1999-2000
Manager of Financial Analysis
• Assisted in the assessment and research of client businesses and industries to target key
acquisitions.
• Developed and maintained long-term financial projections including volumes, pricing, cost
projections, capital expenditures, and working capital changes.
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• Conducted financial analysis, and cash flow analysis; developed and maintained all financial
models.
• Created financial scenarios and ad hoc projects to support Marketing and Development groups.
• Prepared and evaluated proforma financial information, and identifying issues which are the
basis of purchase price reductions, deal restructuring or deal termination.
GPU INTERNATIONAL, INC.- Energy Company 1998-1999
Project Accounting Leader (May 1998-May 1999)
Consultant (January 2000-September 2000)
• Coordinated monthly closings for project level accounting for GPU affiliate companies and
partnerships.
• Prepared a internal reporting package including variance analysis actual vs budget and financial
commentary.
• Updated monthly account reconciliation’s, bank reconciliation’s, and special projects.
• Assisted in the preparation of monthly forecasts, annual budgets, and strategic plans.
• Proficient in the use of Navision general ledger package.
• Assisted in the annual audit of partnerships and corporations.
LINEAR DYNAMICS, INC- Paint and Pavement Marking Equipment Manufacturer 1995-1998
Financial Manager
• Prepared and presented annual strategic plans and budgets for a $55 million company.
• Prepared companies financial statements package both total company and departmental level.
• Implemented a internal reporting package including variance analysis actual vs budget and
financial commentary.
• Cash reporting including monthly cash flows, covenant calculations and cash forecasts.
• Assisted in year-end audit including preparation of audit schedules and analysis.
CHAMBERS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, INC. –Waste Management Company 1991-1995
Assistant Controller
• Coordinated monthly closing, including journal entry preparation for a $150 million company.
• Analyzed monthly profit and loss statements, including actual vs budget variances.
• Assisted in budgeting process and presentation.
TOSHIBA AMERICA CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC. –Consumer Electronics Company 1989-1991
Senior Accountant
• Assisted in monthly closing, including journal entry preparation for $500 million company.
RUSS BERRIE & COMPANY, INC.- Consumer Products Company 1987-1989
Staff Accountant
• Prepared monthly journal entries, payroll and depositary bank reconciliation’s and financial
statements for 5 distribution centers.
EDUCATION
• Ramapo College of New Jersey B.S. Accounting - 1987
COMPUTER SKILLS
• Extensive use of Microsoft Excel developing financial models and analysis. Hyperion Essbase…
Microsoft Word...Microsoft Power Point...Microsoft Outlook…Microsoft Access
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