W. Daryll Combs

**** *. ***** **** **** • Cincinnati, OH 45239 • 513-***-**** • acp6a2@r.postjobfree.com

TECHNOLOGY PROJECT MANAGER

Accomplished IT professional, C-level partner, and expert in building and executing best-in-class technology and business systems. Ensure system security and integrity, manage complex projects, and foster team productivity, resulting in strong and sustainable contributions that positively impact the bottom line.

Over 20 years of achievements and a strong track record of driving technology initiatives, long-term strategic IT planning, financial management, IT implementation, and technical leadership.

Expert in implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of accounting / financial reporting systems.

Exceptional leadership in aligning business processes and IT infrastructure to realize cost savings, accelerate performance, and sustain strategic flexibility for the organization.

Demonstrated expertise in designing and deploying tools, applications, and process improvement solutions for accounting / financial reporting systems.

Organized, take-charge professional with exceptional follow-through ability, skilled in planning and overseeing complex projects from conception to successful completion.

CORE COMPETENCIES

IT Development • Security Protocols • Program Implementation • Vendor / Contract Negotiations

Software / Hardware Implementation • Strategic IT Planning • Technology Initiatives

Process Optimization • Project Management • Regulation / Compliance

New Technology Roll Out • Solution Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TreyGus Information Systems LLC, Cincinnati, OH

IT Consultant 1987 – Present

Utilize technical expertise to assist small and medium sized businesses with IT needs. Work with clients to analyze system requirements and to plan and implement IT projects. Monitor execution of strategies, keep current with emerging technology, and research current industry trends. Develop business plans and establish operational performance goals, monitoring progress toward achievement. Establish priorities and allocate necessary resources to achieve measurable results.

Neyra Industries Inc 1991- 2015 (Full-time onsite Consultant 2007 – 2014): Served as primary IT technical support for 50+ Windows desktop and laptop systems, 6 Windows network / application servers, Exchange email server, internet and intranet sites, 25+ smart phones, and 6 Apple computers. Managed technology for corporate HQ office, four regional manufacturing plants and eight regional warehouse / distribution centers.

oImplemented original MS-DOS based Real World Accounting System software package in 1991, then managed transition to new Sage ERP/ Counter-Point Windows Server based systems in 2014.

oContributed business process and technical expertise during new line-of-business application software evaluation and selection processes conducted throughout 2013.

oDeveloped financial, budgeting, customer sales history, raw materials purchasing history, A/R, A/P, inbound / outbound freight expense and finished goods inventory custom reporting and analysis applications using MS-Access database platform in conjunction with exported Real World data files.

oLed multiple upgrade cycles of Microsoft Office application suite versions up through Office-2013.

oReconfigured Exchange server to provide email / calendar / contact connectivity with smart phones.

oTechnology included: MS-Windows Server network domain, MS-Windows desktop / laptop end-user systems, MS-Exchange Messaging and Collaboration Server, MS-Office Communications Server, MS-SQL Database Server, MS-DOS based Real World Accounting System, NCR Counter-Point Point-of-Sale & Sage 300 ERP MS-Windows Server based line-of-business applications, Apple Mac-Mini / Mac-Book computers running OS-X operating system, Apple iPhone & Samsung Galaxy smartphones configured for over-the-air messaging integration with MS-Exchange Server, Sonicwall network security hardware firewall, various hardware Ethernet switches & network print servers, Apple Airport Extreme wireless routers, 4NSys & GeoVision video surveillance systems with remote viewing applications for Apple / Samsung smartphones, and Microsoft’s Office application suite.

Miller Management LLC 1998- 2005: Delivered technical expertise in support of IT resources for franchisee corporate HQ office and 22 Burger King Stores located throughout Central and Southwest Ohio with $30M in annual sales. Identified more productive methods to achieve top performance, eliminate waste, and reduce expenses. Worked in partnership with leadership team to define project requirements and life cycle, including deliverables, goals, milestones, and deployment. Led the execution of several large-scale IT projects, including management of the budget, schedule, and technical resources.

oInitial engagement was to diagnose and resolve issues with original Real World Accounting System implementation that was rendered unusable following failed upgrade into deficient V7.x Y2K release.

oDefined and completed projects required to bring existing Novell Netware network server and Real World Accounting System into full Y2K compliance.

oInstalled MS-Windows Small Business Server platform that provided corporate HQ office with enhanced file and printer sharing capabilities, Right-Fax Server based end-user desktop system fax services, and MS-Exchange Server based electronic messaging and collaboration services.

oDeveloped numerous MS-Access based restaurant, district, and company-wide comparative sales, food & paper expense, labor hours, payroll expense, gross margin, and financial reporting applications using extracted data from Real World and restaurant SICOM POS manager stations.

oController (2000 – 2003): Took on full-time role of Controller and led all financial functions for organization. Executed operational and strategic initiatives to continuously improve profitability. Provided in-depth analysis on restaurant key performance metrics allowing business leaders to make sound management decisions. Prepared comprehensive monthly financial reporting package for management. Managed annual audit and worked with CPA firm on quarterly / annual tax filings.

oLed organization through processes required to qualify for, and close, $13M debt consolidation loan.

Micro Metal Finishing LLC 1987 - 2014: Utilized technical expertise to support IT operations on part-time contractual basis for metal finishing and electro-plating services company. Analyzed business and technology challenges, assessed costs, and recommended solutions. Defined requirements and planned project lifecycle, including deliverables, goals, milestones, and deployment. Created strategy for risk mitigation and contingency planning.

oInstalled, maintained, and troubleshot MS-DOS based Real World Accounting System software.

oCreated portfolio of financial, customer sales history, A/P, A/R, raw materials inventory, and payroll reports using MS-Access switchboard form with data extracted from Real World Accounting System.

oTechnology included: Novell Netware network server, MS-Windows Server network domain, 10+ MS-Windows desktop / laptop end-user systems, MS-Exchange Messaging and Collaboration Server, MS-Office Communications Server, Symantec Backup-Exec Suite for MS-Windows Server, MS-DOS based Real World Accounting System, Apple iPhone and Samsung Galaxy smartphone devices configured for over-the-air messaging integration with MS-Exchange Server, Sonicwall network security hardware firewall, various hardware Ethernet switches & network print servers, Apple Airport Extreme wireless routers, and Microsoft’s Office application suite.

The Jay Products Company 1989 - 2013: Delivered consultative IT support for the infrastructure of a reseller / distributor of screen printing equipment and consumable supplies. Delivered overall vision and leadership to the development and implementation of innovative information systems that supported the organization’s mission and strategic goals. Aligned IT plan with overall business strategy through enterprise-wide collaboration. Analyzed and enhanced existing capabilities to improve operating efficiency, to exploit newly available technological opportunities, and to address competitive threats confronting the business.

oInitially engaged to diagnose and remedy corrupted installation of Real World Accounting System software already in use at newly acquired branch location in Florida. Was then subsequently retained to implement Real World for larger Ohio based corporate HQ office and central warehouse.

oInstalled Novell Netware network server in 1989 and MS-Windows Small Business Server in 2008.

oUtilized MS-Access and exported data files from Real World Accounting System to develop financial, customer sales history, A/P, A/R, purchasing, and product profitability custom reporting applications.

oTechnology included: Novell Netware network server, MS-Windows Server network domain, 15+ MS-Windows desktop / laptop end-user systems, MS-Exchange Messaging and Collaboration Server, Symantec Backup-Exec Suite for MS-Windows Server, MS-DOS based Real World Accounting System, Apple iPhone smartphone devices configured for over-the-air messaging Integration with MS-Exchange Server, Sonicwall network security hardware firewall, various hardware Ethernet switches & network print servers, and Microsoft’s Office application suite.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Brown-Forman Corporation, Louisville, KY

Divisional IT Staff Member, Brown – Forman International Division 1984 – 1986

The Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati, OH

Programmer / Systems Analyst, Management Systems Division 1977 – 1984

EDUCATION

Coursework toward Bachelor of Science, Economics University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES SUMMARY

General Accounting, Financial Analysis / Reporting, and Chart of Accounts Design

Customer Sales History / Budget / Margin Performance and Inventory Item Profitability Analysis / Reporting

State and County Sales and Use Tax Return Data Definition / Analysis / Reporting

Vendor Product Purchase History and Inventory Item Historical Cost Tracking / Analysis / Reporting

Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Quarterly / Yearly Periodic Reconciliation, Reporting, and Closing Processes

Microsoft Windows Server Domain Based Multi-User Network Operating System Platform

Microsoft Windows Desktop / Laptop Operating System Editions Enabled for Network Domain Enrollment

Microsoft Office Application Suite Components, including MS-Excel, MS-Access, and MS-Outlook

Microsoft Exchange Messaging and Collaboration Server, including Management Tools and Power Shell

Microsoft SQL Database Server, including SQL Management Studio Based Tools and Utilities

Real World Accounting System Software Application for Microsoft / Novell / Unix / Linux Network Servers

NCR Counterpoint MS-SQL Based Point-of-Sale and Advanced Sales Order Processing Application

Sage 300 ERP MS-SQL Based Financial Accounting Series (FAS) Application with G/L, A/R, A/P, B/S, T/S

Sage 300 ERP MS-SQL Based Financial Reporter Design / Customization Toolkit Add-in for MS-Excel

SAP Crystal Report Writer (CRW) Application for MS-SQL Server Hosted Database Applications

Desktop / Laptop / Server Hardware Specification / Acquisition / Configuration / Deployment / Maintenance

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