Management Human Resources

james m. miller

*** ***** **** ( Mount Hope, West Virginia 25880 (

********@**********.*** ( 304-***-****

Dedicated and accomplished Chief Financial Officer possessing 13 years of

comprehensive and proven experience in all aspects of the accounting and

finance functions, strategic planning, information technology, and contract

negotiations with in-depth knowledge of multi-site operations management.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

. HIGHLY EXPERIENCED AND VERSATILE SENIOR FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING EXECUTIVE

WITH AN OUTSTANDING TRACK RECORD OF SUCCESS IN A CORPORATION OF 10

FACILITIES IN 6 STATES AND OVER 400 EMPLOYEES

. Experienced in contract negotiations totaling over $70 million

encompassing corporate acquisitions and financing of assets and stock,

corporate refinancing, and aircraft purchases

. Possesses exceptional skills in coordination and management of multi-

location environments including technology and cross functional

communications

. Financial leader exhibiting strength, focus, and results with

demonstrated abilities as an innovative and strategic thinker and the

ability and experience to take measured risks to meet corporate

objectives

. Exhibits organizational leadership and superior change management skills

resulting in project and program initiative achievements and bottom line

improvements

. Highly detail oriented with refined assessment, analytical, and problem

solving abilities; expertise in consistently building relationships and

eliminating roadblocks

. Computer proficiencies: MAS 200 Accounting, Great Plains Accounting, F9

Report Writer, Crystal Report Writer, Microsoft Office Suite, and various

fully integrated manufacturing inventory management software programs

Professional Experience

NEW RIVER HARDWOODS, INC., BECKLEY, WEST VIRGINIA JULY 1994-SEPTEMBER 2013

Producer and supplier of specialty hardwood lumber products.

chief financial officer May 2004-September 2013

. Effective and comprehensive financial management of all accounting

functions including accounts receivable/payable, payroll, financial

reporting for multiple cost centers, cash management, and banking

relationships

. Analyzed, restructured, and implemented the Income Statement format

resulting in more informed decisions, more effective cost cutting, and

accurate identification of revenue streams

. Accurately identified and developed cost savings initiatives resulting in

1.27% improved gross margins

. Team Leader in 2 successful refinancing programs to facilitate rapid

corporate growth and key participant in multiple acquisitions

. Developed and implemented an effective cash management strategy; included

comprehensive disbursement transaction identification, precise collection

forecasting, and an accurate 13-week cash flow projection

. Provided leadership and managed a staff of 14 employees; 2 CPAs, 2 IT

personnel, 1 accountant, and 8 clerical including accounts

receivable/payable and payroll

controller May 1998-May 2004

. Spearheaded and launched new infrastructure programs during facility

acquisitions

o Achieved 100% real-time accountability for all data transactions

regardless of origination

o Researched data sharing capabilities between rural locations and

cost effectiveness of various technologies

o Analyzed communication aspects within the developing

infrastructure; extensive collaboration with IT staff

. Achieved successful conversion of 5 fully integrated application

platforms including hardware and software

. Effectively and accurately managed all independent audits

. Facilitated the growth of the Human Resources function to a full cycle

program including policies, incentive programs, and performance reviews;

successful incentive programs included safety, attendance, quality, and

production

. Collaborated with the Chief Financial Officer on management of the total

accounting function with the end result of assuming the CFO position due

to retirement; accounts receivable/payable, payroll, and comprehensive

financial reporting for multiple cost centers

clerk July 1994-May 1998

. Performed production scheduling for 2 manufacturing facilities operating

80 hours per week

. Coordinated raw material supply and production to maintain efficient

orders and shipments for customer supply chains

. Controlled raw material and finished goods inventories to insure adequate

availability and eliminating excess; provided oversight of stocking

supply

. Calculated and maintained production statistics and reporting on a daily,

weekly, monthly, and annual basis

. Additional responsibilities for staff and freight scheduling, invoicing,

and equipment operation

Education And Training

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE-BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION/ACCOUNTING

mountain state university Beckley, West Virginia

GPA: 3.62

certifications

. Private Pilot License, Beckley, West Virginia, 2010

. Computer Aided Design, Beckley, West Virginia, 1993

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