Manager Accounting
Resume:
James J. Hays, Sr.
Blue Springs, Missouri 64015
Cell: 913-***-****
Email: *********@*****.***
Profile
Hands-on, Results-oriented, FINANCIAL EXECUTIVE with a record of success preparing and leading GAAP financial reporting,
Accounting Operations in a fast-paced environment. Ability to provide guidance and council to management, create innovative solutions,
coordinate multi-disciplined organizations, and prepare and communicate strategic plans.
Finance Operations Information Systems
Internal Reporting Internal Control Implement Cmic
Budgeting and Forecasting Training and Mentoring System Conversion
Strategic Planning Inventory Control System Integration
Banking Relations Joint Venture Training and Control
Professional Experience
Performance Contracting Group 2009-2012
Lenexa, KS
Internal Auditor
Internal Auditor of a $900 million specialty subcontractor performing Operational Audits.
General Responsibilities
• Perform 20 Operational Audits per year of the companies 45 Branches in the United States
• Prepare Audit Reports for Senior Management and Audit Committee
• Recommend positive change to stream-line accounting processes
• Coordinate audit findings with Corporate Accounting Departments to mitigate risk
Significant Accomplishments
• Prepared training presentations to implement Internal Control Procedures in the Branches.
• Support External Audit team by preparing schedules and documentation
• Mentor younger staff with positive reinforcement and support
Titan Construction Organization, Inc. 2008
Olathe, Kansas
Chief Financial Officer-Vice President
Corporate Officer of a 33 year old General Contractor reporting to the President with an annual volume of $30 - $50 million. Leader of
accounting and forecasting, including GAAP financial reporting and general ledger functions. Managed the Investment portfolio to
Protect Retained Earnings.
General Responsibilities
• Prepare monthly financials, the annual budget and report to the President and officers monthly.
• Negotiate Insurance and Health Care programs.
• Risk Manager, including GL, WC, D&O and Builders Risk policies.
• Managed and negotiated Investment portfolio with several banking institutions to address rates, working capital needs and
line of credit as a safety net.
Significant Accomplishments
• Sold old equipment, re-furbished the building and property increasing the value of the property and re-structured the
Balance Sheet by deleting obsolete and fully depreciated assets.
• Automated Timberline accounting system to produce system Financials for more accurate reporting to banks and bonding
company.
• Enhanced Internal Controls to comply with GAAP, minimize risk and increase accuracy of Cash Position.
• Updated computer software and hardware for better communication with remote job sites and availability of photo history
electronically.
Top Master Inc. 2006-2008
Kansas City, Kansas
Chief Financial Officer
Corporate Officer of the fourth largest counter top wholesale manufacturing company in the United States with an annual volume of $30
million. Leader of accounting and forecasting, including GAAP financial reporting and general ledger functions; reporting to the President.
General Responsibilities
• Prepare monthly financials, the annual budget and report to the Board of Directors monthly.
• Negotiate Insurance and Health Care programs.
• Risk Manager, including GL, WC, D&O and Builders Risk policies.
• Managed and negotiated loan agreements with lenders to address covenants, working capital needs and expansion capital
initiatives.
Significant Accomplishments
• Developed long term strategic plan based upon contribution margin by product line enabling the board to maximize
strategic value while positioning the business for a future sale.
• Restructured business to meet market conditions and drive internal integration of three distinct manufacturing lines.
Reduced headcount by 25% and other operating expenses resulting in over 300K in annual cost savings.
• Worked closely with the CEO, investors and board to establish and direct companywide turnaround effort utilizing
detailed business metrics combined with lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce costs and improve EBITDA.
• Provided financial and strategic direction for a $30 Million manufacturing business with 150 employees in 3 plants.
Directed the financial, treasury, IT purchasing and materials function of the company.
• Managed Cash Flow creating discounts in excess of 225K per annum and did not enter the LOC for two consecutive fiscal
periods.
• Rewarded an equity position after one year of service.
Barts Electric Company, Inc.
North Kansas City, Missouri
Chief Financial Officer 2004-2006
Corporate Officer of an electrical contractor with an annual volume of $10 million. Leader of accounting and forecasting, including financial
reporting and general ledger functions; reporting to the President.
General Responsibilities
• Prepare monthly financials, the annual budget and review variances monthly.
• Negotiate bonding program and insurance limits.
• Risk Manager, including CCIP, OCIP and Builders Risk policies.
• Manage Banking relationships
• Managed Estimating & Sales Department.
Significant Accomplishments
• Decreased Independent Accountants fees by 55%.
• Negotiated a medical health care package saving 10% in insurance costs.
• Reduced Accounts Receivable Aging by 24 days.
• Created a check list for bidding controls eliminating errors on bid day.
Turner Construction Company
Kansas City, Missouri 1979-2004
Financial Manager (Controller)
General Responsibilities
• Responsible for maintaining the General Ledger.
• Supervise the cost department and generate the Indicated Outcome report to forecast profitability.
• Evaluated the results of standard efficiencies and guidelines.
• Presented quarterly financial results and analysis to Senior Management.
• Prepare cash forecast and variance analysis.
Significant Accomplishments
• Developed a recovery program for General and Administrative expenses that increased profitability by10%.
• Instructor for Bonding and Insurance in the Minority Business Training Program.
• Managed 3 Business Units in Missouri, Texas, and Colorado due to restructuring and re-tooling.
• Train and evaluate Financial Managers in multiple cities and be their mentor.
• Instructor at annual financial meeting on Cost controls, Joint Venture accounting and Insurance and Bonding.
Education
West Liberty State University, West Liberty, WV- 1979 – Bachelor of Science, Accounting.
Military Service
United States Army, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, NC 1975 – 1977 Honorable Discharge .
References
Furnished upon request.
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