Accountant/Finance Professional
Resume:
Diane M. Conway
Avon, OH *4011
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FINANCE ( ACCOUNTING
Instrumental in the development of financial standards and procedures to streamline
accounting procedures within multi-division entities.
SENIOR ACCOUNTING/FINANCE MANAGER providing 15 years of experience and
leadership in the financial and healthcare industries. Experience with
privately held, small to midsized profit and non-profit organizations.
Contributing to organizational success by developing organizational systems
to improve efficiency by standardizing procedures, tracking inefficiencies
and implementing strategies for continuous improvements.
Extensive experience in all aspects of finance and accounting for diverse
companies including new and mature organizations, adding value to
corporations through cost cutting plans and streamlining processes.
Problem-solver always working towards higher efficiency
Selected Financial Achievements:
Developed strong vendor relationships provided the foundation to establish
low pricing contracts which resulted in multi-million dollar savings.
Compiled and implemented standards and procedures that guaranteed
unnecessary cash outflow and maximized the opportunity for discounts.
Streamlined payroll processing eliminating 105 hours per month of data
entry. Created tracking system that identified income owed from Broker
Dealer that was previously uncollected. Instrumental in developing the
work-flow of a new imaging software improving processes, efficiency and
transparency.
QUALIFICATIONS: General Accounting ( Financial Statement Development ( SEC
Reporting ( Financial Reporting and Analysis ( P&L Management (
Accounts Payable ( Accounts Receivable ( Payroll ( Vendor
Relationships ( Benefit Plan Audits ( External Audits ( Cost
Control Leadership ( Financial Due Diligence ( Staff Training and
Development
CAREER CHRONOLOGY
Centers for Dialysis Care Shaker Heights, OH 2003 - Present
ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Staff: 4 Direct Reports - 2 AP Specialists, 1 AP Analyst II, 3 Indirect
Report -Staff Accountant
< Oversee corporate accounting for 18 hemodialysis facilities with
approximately 600 employees. Span of control includes profit & loss,
cash flow improvements, analysis, corporate accounting, cost saving
strategies, financial reporting, IRS and government agency
communications and reporting.
< Fostered excellent business relationships with vendors to establish
low contract pricing in a challenging business environment.
< Staff development and training/Performance appraisals and reviews
< Encouraged and implemented the adoption of the most up-to-date
accounting software to produce more appropriate and concise financial
statements.
< Instrumental in developing the work-flow of a new imaging software
improving processes, efficiency and transparency.
< Liaison for annual audits from various agencies.
< Managed software updates, and integration of accounting functions to
improve work flow efficiency.
SZARKA FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT North Olmsted, OH 2001-2003
CFO/COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Staff: 8 Indirect Reports - 3 Sales assistants; 3 Planners;
Administrative Assistant, Receptionist
Joined a multi-million dollar financial planning firm to set up new
accounting, reporting, payroll and compliance functions. Contributed to
financial improvements through leadership in profit & loss management,
cash flow management, analysis, and reporting, corporate accounting,
accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, corporate taxes, and cost
accounting.
< Encouraged and implemented the adoption of the most up-to-date
accounting software to produce more appropriate and concise financial
statements
< Designed tracking mechanisms to ensure accurate and timely commission
income.
< Implemented and enforced Broker/Dealer compliance policies and
procedures.
< Monitored investment clients for NASD/SEC compliance
< Compliance - Branch Audits for Financial Planning Firm
< Set up and maintained the RIA designation through the State of Ohio
and updated annually.
< Managed all aspects of the accounting process and produced monthly
financials
< Worked closely with accounting professionals for tax preparation
< Liaison for all audits from various agencies.
LIBMAN, RYDER & CO. - Independence, OH 1995 to 2001
CORPORATE FINANCE MANAGER/COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Staff: 3 Direct Reports - Office Manager, AP Specialist, Receptionist, 1
Indirect - Administrative Assistant
Contributed to financial improvements through leadership in profit & loss
management, cash flow management, financial analysis, and reporting.
Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, corporate taxes,
and Broker/Dealer securities compliance.
< Staff development and training/Performance appraisals and reviews
- Implemented new accounting software improving accounting
processes/financial reporting and providing a platform for better
executive decision making.
- Developed tracking mechanisms to ensure accurate and timely commission
income improve efficiency.
KITE COMPANY, INC, dba What's Up - Chagrin Falls, OH 1995 to 2005
CONSULTANT/ACCOUNTING
< Provided guidance and expertise for the establishment of accounting
processes and implementation of new accounting software to produce
accurate and timely financials. Provided the assistance on an as
needed basis.
< Compiled/reviewed financial statements with owner
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration
Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH
Bachelor of Science
Kent State University, Kent, OH
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