Accounting Manager, Controller

GARRY L. GUIMOND

949-***-**** w **********@*****.*** w 1812 Kern Road w Washington, Illinois 61571

CFO / CONTROLLER / ACCOUNTANT

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

An accomplished accounting professional who is comfortable in any environment. Uses technology to streamline processes, reduce expense and measure results. Utilizes creative leadership techniques to enhance financial integrity and increase profitability. Strategic and visionary thinker to help take business to the next level. Interacts well with all levels of management and staff. Ability to meet strict deadlines. Experienced in multi-divisional companies.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

w Strong financial leadership

w Supervisory skills

w Excellent verbal & written communicator

w Presentation skills

w Strong ethics

w Thrives under pressure

w Strategic Planning

w Vision, market assessment & feasibility study assistance

w Annual Budgeting

w Cash flow & forecasting

w Internal/external audit lead & procedures

w Capital raising:

debt & equity

w Fixed asset maintenance

w Profit & loss analysis

w Inventory management

w Tax & special processing: local, county, state, sales, use & property

w Proficiency in:

several financial & accounting platforms, database, spreadsheet, word processing/email

w Capable of server & PC troubleshooting, maintenance & backup

EXPERIENCE

CONTROLLER

Wayne Printing Company w Edwards, IL 2012 – 2017

wResponsible for all company accounting functions; reported directly to the General Manager

wInsured accurate and timely reporting of accounting activities including annual budgets, forecasts, monthly financials and weekly reporting to GM and owners

wUtilized Excel data connections, pivot tables, queries and macros to create specialized accounting, work center, operation, personnel performance, attendance, sales, and job processing reports

Key Accomplishments:

wEliminated $95,000 in receivables in 18 month period

wReduced all payables to current in 24 months

wIncreased supplier discounts from 0 to $3,500 per year by payment and vendor negotiations

wReduced utility costs by 20% through electric broker contract and conservation

wEnabled far greater reporting capabilities that standardized “canned” reports by pioneering specialized accounting reports

CONTROLLER

Four Points by Sheraton w Peoria, IL 2011 – 2012

wProvided accurate & timely reporting of all financial/accounting activities; reported directly to the General Manager

wRegularly communicated with all levels of corporate management, hotel management, and staff

wResponsible for all accounting functions: daily revenue reporting, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, weekly reporting & forecasting, and measuring results of forecasts

wOversaw purchase order processing & checkbook accounting for 8 separate departments

wMaintained fiscal & budgetary controls to insure proper levels of expenditures

Key Accomplishment:

wReduced expenditures by 25% in 12 months

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EXPERIENCE

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Maple Lawn Homes w Eureka, IL 2006 – 2010

wPresented monthly financials to Board of Directors; trained board/finance chairman regarding fiscal statements for better comprehension of financial status

wSuccessfully processed 990 tax return for nonprofit organizations

wCoordinated successful $800K refinancing project for HUD housing complex for facility upgrades

Key Accomplishments:

wRebuilt Accounting Department through training/mentoring existing staff & integrating new talent into the work group

wImplemented/maintained highest GAAP standards, HIPPA compliance, & internal control processes to facilitate audit proofing and external & compliance audits

wRedesigned IT architecture & configuration; sought funding avenues geared towards growth; leased vs. bought to reduce capital outlay; preserved cash

wRestructured independent living “life-lease” agreements for 200% short term profitability and 143% long term profitability while still providing affordable, competitive options for senior residents

CONTROLLER

Seven Crown Resorts w Irvine, CA 2001 – 2005

wReported directly to CFO; interacted with GMs

wTrained accounting & other departmental managers to report accounting activities accurately & timely

wConducted field audits at resort location

Key Accomplishments:

wOptimized interest income through innovative ACH and sweep account, zero balance activity.

wConducted field audits at resort locations; made corrective recommendations to CFO and President

wImplemented statistical analysis of inventory levels to optimize purchasing and sales at retail outlets

wDeveloped and implemented Excel macros and links to automate complex handwritten journal entries

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Various companies – contractual work 1991 – 2001

wPerformed multiple functions of accounting support including formatting of distribution solutions, collections, establishing real estate brokerage franchises, and state government funding processes

EDUCATION

BACHELOR’S DEGREE OF ACCOUNTING

Eureka College w Eureka, IL Graduated: 2009

LEADERSHIP & INTERESTS

wBoy Scouts of America – Eagle Scout, Scout Master, Activity Director

wWashington, IL - National Day of Prayer Community Coordinator

INTERESTS

wProfessional musician playing with various dance bands and church praise bands

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