Manager Accounting

Lisa A. Dawson

*** *. ******* **** **** ? Kalamazoo, MI 49007 ? 269-***-****

? acd39o@r.postjobfree.com

Overview

Experienced assistant controller with a solid background in GAAP and

IFRS accounting in a broad spectrum of industries. Skilled in building and

managing a professional accounting/finance team. Able to take initiative,

improve processes and productivity, and meet time-sensitive deadlines.

Diplomatic and persuasive; effectively communicate with people of diverse

interests and levels of authority. Self-starter who is ready for

challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Professional Experience

Assistant Controller - Patient Care 12/2012 - Present

Stryker Medical - Kalamazoo, Michigan - Frames, Surfaces, Disposables,

Furniture

< Drive financial results of $300M division through development of key

relationships.

< Interpret financial results to senior management identifying risks and

opportunities to the plans.

< Implementation of innovative systems to improve performance of

business unit and improve data provided.

< Focused on customer satisfaction by providing positive leadership,

teamwork and empowerment to solve problems through a consultative

approach.

< Develop and interpret financial models for new product development

plans in a facilitative approach.

< Invest in employee involvement and development to foster personal

growth.

Accounting Manager 09/2008 - 11/2012

Durr Ecoclean, Inc. - Auburn Hills, Novi and Wixom, Michigan - Bowling

Green, Ohio- Filtration, Washers, Automation

< Manage and develop professional accounting team consisting of eight

direct reports supporting GL, AR, AP, PR. Credit and Collections.

< Creation of policy/internal controls including IFRS accounting,

inventory, purchasing and records retention.

< Lead IT improvements to streamline workflows and replace paper with

electronic documents (ACH, ERS, and SharePoint).

< Perform month/quarter and year-end closes.

< Provide auditors with timely and accurate information to reduce audit

costs.

< Responsible for financial statements and supporting documents through

Hyperion Financial Management.

< Work with various internal departments to streamline processes to

improve efficiency.

< Work with department managers to establish annual budgets.

Business Manager/Accountant/IT 02/2005 - 09/2008

T & H Development, LJ Land Management - Taylor, Michigan - Builders and

Land Developers

< Responsible for Financial Statements, General Ledger, Accounts

Payable, Accounts Receivable for start up companies and on going

concerns.

< Prepared timely and accurate financial statements, forecasted future

financial resource needs along with budgets.

< Negotiated land purchases/sales for building projects.

< Negotiated contracts with sub-contractors.

Accounting Business Analyst and Product Software Developer 10/2000 -

02/2005

Tyler Technologies, Inc./Incode/Eden/FundBalance - Ann Arbor, Michigan,

Lubbock Texas, Seattle, Washington - Developer of financial software

products ranging in contracts up to 10 million for single municipalities

< Instructed Financial Directors of various municipalities on

preparation of GASB 34 compliant statements, from modified to full

accrual.

< Prepared feasibility studies for target markets and for specific

contracts with municipalities.

< Resident expert in financial applications for adherence to GAAP.

< Interpretation of GASB Statement 34 as pertains to nonprofit entities

in order to keep applications current.

< Design, analysis and development of specialized financial statement

generator from raw general ledger data, and fixed asset reporting

module.

< Used rapid application development to be the first to market for GASB

34 software reporting tool.

Lisa A. Dawson

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Accounting Manager 11/1993 - 10/2000

NRG, Incorporated - Taylor, Michigan- Manufacturer of custom vinyl PVC

windows - Serving wholesalers and distributors in Southeast Michigan and

Northern Ohio

< Responsible for General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable,

Payroll and Production/Inventory Costing.

< Negotiated land purchases for building projects.

< Prepared timely and accurate financial statements forecasted future

financial resource needs along with budgets.

< Supervised, hired, fired and motivated office staff, by providing

feedback through timely reviews.

< Analyzed process flows and reworked inefficiencies, streamlined

process of order lifecycle from inception to shipment.

< Designed and implemented custom software for manufacturing, production

monitoring, MRP and costing software. Captured cost savings not only

by reduction of staff, but also by being able to make informed

decisions regarding raw inventory levels. Sales increased due to

timely notification of customer completions and removal from the plant

floor.

General Manager/Accountant/Co-Owner 11/1991 - 11/1993

Reddeman Farms Golf Course - Chelsea, Michigan - Golf Course, Bar and

Refreshment Oasis

< Developed operating business plan for golf course, bar and snack shop.

< Built customer base with excellent service both on and off the course.

< Responsible for daily cash receipts, General Ledger, Accounts Payable,

Accounts Receivable, and Payroll.

< Prepared timely and accurate financials for both golf course and food

service.

< Coordinated day-to-day operations of golf course, pro-shop, restaurant

and special events.

< Responsible for advertising media and public relations.

< Facilitated transfer of ownership and liquor license to purchasers of

operation.

Manager/Accountant 05/1983 - 11/1991

Gator Construction & Design, Inc. - Detroit, Michigan - General

contractors active in new home construction, retail, industrial, and pre-

engineered metal buildings

< Maintained excellent relationships with banking officers through

delivery of accurate and timely financial statements.

< Prepared construction draws for commercial loans up to 1,000,000.

< Prepared accurate budgets and forecasted financial resource needs.

< Migrated legacy systems Real World Accounting Software to PC

environment using Great Plains Accounting Software.

< Responsible for General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable,

Payroll and Job Costing.

< Supervised, trained and goal set for office staff.

< Hired staff; supervised, trained and goal set for employees.

< Instituted AIA Contracts and billing prepared HUD billings for

governmental contracts.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration, Computer Information Systems with an

Emphasis in Accounting, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan

Master of Science, Accounting, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti,

Michigan, 3.7 GPA

Technology/Software Skills

Expert in Multiple OS, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MSSQL, Access,

Pervasive, Crystal Reports

Skilled in Programming and Information Systems, C++, HTML, Excel VBA

Expert in SAP, JDE, AS-400, Great Plains and FundBalance Accounting

Software, GASB 34 Reporting, Hyperion Financial Management

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