Jay P. Warford

214-***-****

ac22rk@r.postjobfree.com

Qualifications Summary

Broad based background in all aspects of Accounting & Finance Management. Developed costing systems, implemented computerized accounting systems, supervised Human Resources, Warehousing and Purchasing functions. Recognized for building productive teams, developing positive relationships, and forging long term banking relationships.

Operational & Business Planning

Profit & Loss Responsibility

Accounting & Auditing

Banking & Investor Relations

Budgeting & Forecasting

Project Planning & Management

Cost & Internal Controls

Financial & Management Reporting

Cash & Asset Management

Risk Assessment & Avoidance

Shipping, Receiving, Warehousing

Organizational Development

Demonstrated effectiveness managing multiple projects, functions and resolving complex issues in a timely cost efficient manner. Successful in start up, turn around and transitional situations. Excellent communications, negotiations, organizational, and analytical skills.

Career Expertise & Selected Achievements

Full Profit & Loss responsibility for $25 Million manufacturing entity with multiple manufacturing departments and product lines. Oversaw generation of all financial, management and regulatory reports.

Negotiated multi-year, multi-million service contract with US Postal Service which created 16 jobs for blind workers and generated a $300,000 profit contribution per year over an 8 year period.

Prepared Budgets and Cash Flow Projections for a $25 Million multi-product line manufacturing company ensuring adequate working capital and sufficient funds to expand business operations.

Supervised Purchasing Department responsible for $10 Million in annual volume. Selected and negotiated with 200 vendors, obtained favorable material pricing and delivery terms.

Negotiated and obtained lines of credit and term loans from banks and financial institutions maintaining positive, long term relationships.

Developed and implemented cost systems for Standard, Direct and job Order Costing. Developed Audit and Operating Procedures, facilitated initial and on-going training, evaluated accuracy and implemented corrective actions as required.

Supervised Human Resources and Payroll functions. Ensured compliance with all Federal, State, and regulatory agencies, established HR policies and procedures, implemented transition to Sage/Abra payroll system for 500 employees.

Sourced, selected and supervised the installation of financial software packages: A/P, A/R, GL, MRP, Purchasing, Order Entry, and Invoicing. Provided training on individual and group basis, ensured accuracy of data, and upgraded system as required.

Supervised ISO 9001 implementation. Managed staff dedicated to conducting audits of Purchasing, Customer Service, Production, Quality Assurance, Warehousing functions. Successfully attained certification upon first attempt.

Coordinated the relocation of an 180,000 square foot manufacturing facility. Performed site selection, oversaw facility build out, selected, negotiated, and coordinated with moving and construction vendors. Relocation was completed on time and within budget with minimal disruption of sales and production activities with minimal disruption of sales and production.

Jay P. Warford

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Professional Experience

New York City Industries for the Blind, Inc., Brooklyn, NY, 1996-2010

NYCIB is a not-for-profit manufacturing corporation providing employment opportunities to blind and visually impaired individuals in the greater NYC metro area.

Vice President – Finance & Administration – Reported to President & CEO

Established Company as Employee #2 … Developed costing systems … Implemented new computer systems … Supervised Accounting, Purchasing, Human Resources and Shipping & Receiving.

A.L. Eastmond & Sons, Inc., Bronx, NY, 1988-1995

A manufacturer of industrial boilers and oil tanks.

Controller – Reported to President and Owner

Implemented standard cost system … Devised computerized accounting systems … Maintained banking relationships … Supervised Accounting, Credit and Customer Service.

Raytron Corp., North Bergen, NJ, 1982-1987

A manufacturer of electrical fuses and accessories.

Vice President – Finance – Reported to Chairman & CEO

Improved standard cost systems … Implemented computerized A/P, G/L and Financial Reporting Systems … Developed Lock Box Cash Collection System … Supervised Accounting, Credit and Data Processing.

E G Industries, Inc., Jersey City, NJ, 1980-1982

A two -plant manufacturer of paint applicator products.

Vice President – Finance – Reported to President

Improved standard cost systems … Improved financial reporting systems … Implemented purchasing and inventory control systems … Supervised Accounting, Credit and Purchasing.

Seth Thomas, Thomaston, CT, 1978-1980

A three - plant Division of Talley Industries producing fine clocks and instrumentation products.

Controller – Reported to President

Improved financial reporting, business and profit planning … Refined standard and job order cost systems … Supervised Accounting and Credit.

Beatrice Foods Company, 1971-1978

James H. Rhodes & Co., Des Plaines, IL, 1977-1978

A five - plant, seven - product line Division of Beatrice Foods Co. producing industrial abrasives.

Vice President – Finance – Reported to President

Established financial controls and departmental budgets … Implemented direct costing system … Improved financial forecasting and business planning … Supervised Accounting, Credit and Data Processing

Hekman Furniture Co., Grand Rapids, MI, 1973-1977

A five plant Division of Beatrice Foods Co. producing fine wood household furniture.

Controller – Reported to President

Implemented job order and direct costing systems … Performed pre-acquisition audits and accounting changeovers of the four companies merged … Managed original computer installation … Supervised Accounting and Data Processing.

Beatrice Foods, Chicago, IL, 1971-1973

Senior Internal Auditor

Education

BS, Accounting, Mississippi State University

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