Rick A. Miller, CMA
Redmond, WA 98052
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COO Senior Executive-Level Strategist
Purposefully Focused on the Future
Pro-active and results oriented with a broad range of experience in all
aspects of operations and financial management. Demonstrates hands-on
management style in the development and implementation of strategic plans
to ensure company growth. Provide dynamic leadership, skilled negotiating
and business development success. Effectively conveys complex information
into easily understandable formats.
Career History & Executive Performance
Master Builders Association of King & Snohomish Co. 2003-2014
www.masterbuilderinfo.com
Nation's largest local homebuilders association with $10 million in annual
revenue.
Chief Operations Officer 2005-Present and Controller 2003-2005
Highlights
* Managed a team of 37 with 8 Directors without a single departure of any
employed Directors.
* Vaulted Non-Dues revenue from 30% to 70%.
* Structured builder's purchasing program to add $1.2 million in revenue
despite the dramatically declining industry and challenging economy.
Launched Verizon discount program nationwide.
* Managed a $2 million dollar building renovation and completed it on
budget.
* Developed & launched a retrospective insurance program with 1,100
companies in King & Snohomish counties and $42 million in premiums.
Core Responsibilities
* Serve as a liaison and foster effective lines of communications with
Executive Officer and 35 Board of Directors.(Structured new board
structure and rewrote bylaws to reduce BOD down to 15 members (2013))
* Ensure that all projects, programs and other operational tasks are
carried out efficiently and within established deadlines to facilitate
the accomplishment of the association's mission.
* Ensure required personnel actions are implemented, including the proper
notification to employees when pay raises are approved and merit pay or
bonuses are awarded.
* Evaluate department directors reporting directly to the COO, and ensure
that these and all other employee evaluations are completed.
* Negotiate and authorize all contracts and ensure compliance with outlined
terms.
* Review the insurance coverage of MBA annually and report findings to the
Executive Officer.
Core Responsibilities cont
* Serve as a signatory for the checking and savings accounts and on any
legal documents.
* Prepare proposed budget in coordination with department directors.
* Monitor receipts, expenditures and cash flow.
* Ensure the proper preparation of monthly financial reports, and
periodically present them to the Board of Directors and relevant
committees.
Previous Career Path
Northwestern Aircraft Capital Mercer Island, WA
Controller 2002-2003
* Supervise month end closing for two corporate entities and five
subsidiaries.
* Responsible for financial statements on a subsidiary and consolidated
basis.
* Supervise A/R, A/P, Accounting and support staff at subsidiary and
corporate level.
* Assist CFO in planning, budgeting, and cash flow management.
* Supervise annual audit.
Terabeam Kirkland, WA
Accounting Supervisor 2000-2001
* Full responsibility for accounting operations.
* Development of accounting policies and procedures.
* Preparation of monthly financials, analysis, and budget reports.
* Responsible for GAAP compliance and revenue recognition policies.
* Letter of Credit planning and preparation.
HBS International Bellevue, WA
Accounting Manager 1996-1999
* Preparation of monthly financial statements.
* Prepare monthly and quarterly tax returns and forms.
* Prepare written and oral reports and progress briefings on various
subjects within fiscal areas.
* Coordinate the preparation of annual audit schedules.
* Assist in the preparation of the annual budget; prepare monthly budget
and budget variance reports.
* Perform special projects and related duties as requested.
* Assist in daily accounting process as required.
Education
Certified Management Accountant License# 21344
Institute of Management Accountants
1998
University of Montana Missoula, Montana
1986-1989 ( School of Business Administration
Bachelor of Science Business Administration & Finance
Core Competencies
Strategic Planning & Visioning
Profit & Loss Management/Improvement
New Business Development /Structuring & Relations
Business Process Optimization
Operations & Purchasing Management
Staff Development & Leadership
Budgeting & Cost Controls
Brand Development/Marketing