MICHAEL K. TICKLER C.P.A. (Inactive)
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(H) 479-***-**** (C) 479-***-****
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SUMMARY
I have over 35 years’ experience in management and accounting for multi-location and multi-state operations. In addition, I have experience with all facets of office administration, human resources, budgeting and cash management.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1999 – 2014 Controller C & C Market Research, Inc. Fort Smith, AR
Accounting Director for nation’s largest market research company.
Managed growth from 7 offices to 50
Payroll for 700+ employees, 23 states
Managed all accounting operations
Daily contact with owners on budget, financial, HR and cash management issues
Preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements
Managed all governmental reporting requirements
Human Resource Director
Supervision of all accounting staff
Thorough knowledge of GAAP
1988 – Present Owner MKT Enterprises Fort Smith, AR
Provided software support and training for Peachtree Accounting software
Setup General Ledger for clients as needed
Provided procedures and controls as requested
1989 – 1997 Adjunct Instructor Westark Community College Fort Smith, AR
Taught over 75 classes.
Developed and taught classes in computerized accounting
Taught Accounting I and II
1996 – 1997 Controller Time Striping, Inc. Van Buren, AR
Responsible for all accounting functions.
Setup new accounting software
Invented General Ledger
Setup systems, procedures and controls according to GAAP
Supervised office staff
1987 – 1988 Controller ERC Properties, Inc. Fort Smith, AR
1986 – 1987 Controller Smith Companies, Inc. Des Moines, IA
1983 - 1986 Controller Velde Distributing Co. Des Moines, IA
1979 – 1983 Staff Accountant Thompson, Bjorlo, Kalsiem & Co. Des Moines, IA
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Morningside College, Sioux City, IA
Bachelor of Science, Major in Accounting, Minor in Math
Certified Public Accountant – Certificate Number 4732R