VICKI HEALD

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Tucson, AZ *5749

520-***-****

EXPERIENCE

Goal-oriented Accounting Professional with a demonstrated track record of leading the preparation and analysis of financial reports to summarize and forecast financial position. Proven expertise in driving efficiency and productivity through evaluation of financial management systems and implementation of process improvements. Lead financial analyst to support achievement of corporate goals and objectives. Core competencies include: Accounting Management, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Cash Management, Budgeting, Cost Reduction, Technology Integration, Regulatory Compliance, and Cost Accounting.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Alcoa Fastening Systems 2012 - Present

Accountant

Preparation of monthly financial forecasts and weekly forecast updates. Analysis of financial and operational results. Preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting packages for senior management. Month-end closing and reporting, including reconciliations and closing entries. Capital appropriation management and support. Analysis of plant spending and leadership of spend management systems. Tracking execution of cost savings projects and coordinating reporting in cost savings system. Financial analysis and process development for special projects, as required. Completion of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for internal controls.

R.J. Corman Railroad Company 2009 - 2012

Accounting / Contract Audit

Coordinated all aspects of office administration and general business operations. Tracked costs and revenue for several multi-million dollar service contracts. Audited daily transactions for contract compliance. Month end close, handled various aspects of financial reporting, general ledger account reconciliation, and payroll. Reviewed internal control structures, performed special contract reviews, conducted internal audits, made recommendations for corrective actions of unsatisfactory conditions. Assisted with improvements in operations and reductions in costs.

Robert Half International 2007- 2009

Financial Analyst / Cost Accountant

Leoni Wiring, Tucson Electric Power

Performed financial analysis and cost accounting for various utility and manufacturing companies. Responsible for determining the validity of accounting entries and corrections. Performed month end closing process, general ledger reconciliation, intercompany transactions and reconciliation for multiple locations and currencies. Maintained fixed asset records, including construction in process. Provided audit support for external and internal controls. Experience with Quickbooks, Peachtree, SAP, Oracle, Visual, FAS, & MV-90 software systems.

Temple Emanu-El 2006 - 2007

Finance Manager

Directed financial management functions including development of monthly/quarterly financial statements, financial forecasts, and budgets. Oversee general accounting functions, including AR/AP, account reconciliation, payroll, benefit administration, and cash management. Administer all financial management systems, evaluating and integrating new applications. Interact with the Board of Directors and senior management concerning financial forecasts, budgets, and reports.

Durodyne Inc 2005 - 2006

Accounting Manager

Directed all accounting and human resource functions with a staff of 6. Provided financial analysis in support of multiple product lines. Responsible for project and job cost estimating, contract billing and production cost analysis. Interpreted sales projection data for manufacturing and material planning purposes. Evaluated and analyzed labor and material variances. Assisted with integration of Bill of Material Module into company software and processes. Closed and prepared monthly financial statements and audit reports. Performed monthly account reconciliations and monitored general ledger transactions. Maintained fixed asset records, including construction in process.

B.A.A Accounting Services 2001 - 2005

Financial Analyst

Developed monthly/quarterly financial statements, financial forecasts, and budgets. Audited general accounting functions, including AR, AP, payroll, and tax preparation. Evaluated and integrated proper financial applications. Carried out general ledger functions, including account analysis, reconciliations, and adjusting journal entries.

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

Masters of Business Administration, November 2006

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

Bachelor of Science, Accounting

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