PAMELA E. KUTNER
S UMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
More than fifteen years experience in top-level management decision
making involving finance, human resources, administration,
technology and support services.
Proven ability to manage resources, both human and financial, in
order to optimize profit and reduce costs.
Experienced strategic thinker, planner, and self-starter in both start
up and established organizations.
Proven record of working well with people in organizational and
social settings.
W ORK EXPERIENCE
The Alexander Group
A national retained executive search firm with offices in Houston, New
York, San Francisco, and San Diego.
Director of Finance, Administration and Research, 1999 - present
TechMed Management, Inc.
Start-up third party administrator and insurance company for
individual health insurance products, including The Methodist Hospital
HMO.
Controller, 1997 – 1999
Sigma Genesys
Start-up biotechnology company that manufactured and distributed
custom synthetic DNA, formerly Genesys Biotechnologies, Inc.
Assistant Controller, 1989 – 1993
Coopers & Lybrand
Big 5 public accounting firm, practiced in the small business section.
Audit Senior, 1988 – 1989
Goldstein, Golub, Kessler LLP
Largest single office public accounting firm in New York.
Audit Senior, 1986 – 1988
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E DUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
BBA., Accounting, University of Massachusetts at Amherst, 1986
Certified Public Accountant, State of New York and Texas
F INANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Direct all financial operations from accounting and financial reporting
to billing, collections, purchasing, expense control, cash management
and analysis.
Implemented and utilize Great Plains, QuickBooks, Timeslips, and
Timsheets for accounting and billing functions.
Designed and implemented new billing, bonus and compensation
structures.
Maintain banking relationships and coordinate with outside
accountants for tax and audit preparation. Selected new custodian and
record keeper for firm’s profit sharing plans and managed conversion
process.
A DMINISTRATIVE AND HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Recruit and train both administrative and professional staff.
Implemented annual evaluation format and procedures. Resolve
employee problems and conflicts.
Developed new employee manual and implemented improved, cost
effective benefits.
I NFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Responsible for all computer and office technology including hardware
and software for all offices. Coordinated the implementation of Citrix
server for remote users.
Administrator of firm’s Filefinder database. Improved utilization of
database as contact management software and mailing list.
F ACILITIES EXPERIENCE
Responsible for the move and build out of 10,000 square feet of office
space, including the design, lease and contract negotiations, cabling and
technology.
Set up satellite offices in San Diego and New York, as well as,
coordinated the move of the San Francisco office to new location.
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M ARKETING EXPERINCE
Coordinated the production and design of new marketing materials,
including stationary, brochures and website. Created new client
document format and e-newsletters.
Arrange all company events for employees, clients, and potential
clients. Maintain marketing database and orchestrate all marketing
activities.
O PERATIONS AND RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Direct and manage research and staff for all active searches. Collaborate
on research strategy and undertake several research projects and special
projects.
Track outstanding proposals and business development activities. Assess
workload and help prioritize projects and allocate resources.
C OMMUNICATION SKILLS
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Persuasive, organized
and an excellent listener.
6202 BAYOU BRIDGE HOUSTON, TEXAS 77096
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