Management Manager
Resume:
Arnold E. DeShield
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
E-mail: **********@*****.***
SUMMARY
Strategic and analytical financial professional with 25 years of success in financial reporting analysis, and project management. Self-motivation with the ability to work effectively as part of a team or on individually assigned tasks in a fast paced dynamic environment where superior time management and prioritization skills are essential. Excellent financial reporting, budget forecasting, superior research and communication skills.
HIGHLIGHTS
Performance Management
Financial Analysis and reporting
Risk management
Mulit-year budgets
Proven ability to manage and monitor internal processes
Experience in account reconciliation
Budget formulation, execution and justification skills
Knowledgeable in Financial systems
Knowledgeable in financial management guidance, policies and procedures
Track and report budget commitments, obligations, and expenditures TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher & Outlook), SharePoint in addition to the various accounting software listed; ACCPAC, ADP, QuickBooks, Peachtree, Paychex, Marketron, MIMS, Platinum and Great Plains. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2015 - Present Friendship Public Charter Schools Washington, DC Accounts Payable Analyst
Manages AP. Includes, Customer Vendor Relations, and the AP disbursement group which handles all check disbursements, 1099 and tax related.
Manages accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project accounting; ensures accuracy and timeliness..
Develops, implements and maintains systems, procedures and policies, including accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines.
Enters status change information into project accounting software to ensure employee information is accurate and up to date.
Provides accounting assistance to project managers and operations staff; responds to financial questions/concerns to meet business needs.
Acts as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes.
Prepares and recommends operating and personnel budgets for approval. Monitors spending for adherence to budget, recommends variances as necessary. 2014 - 2015 Strategic Risk Solutions Washington, DC Account Manager
Prepared financial statements
Maintains accounting records and work papers.
Prepares regulatory filings including NAIC statements.
Manage client communications.
Coordinatedthe audit of client companies.
Prepares for and attends Board of Directors meetings.
Manage workflow across multiple captive insurance company accounts.
Manage cash requirements of the companies.
Liaise with and monitor investment managers in respect of invested funds.
Ensure the production of management accounts, statutory accounts and information, budgets, cash flow statements and supplementary information as required.
Maintain contact with all client contacts, board directors and officers and advise them of developments.
Keep domicile directors apprised of client developments.
Ensure compliance with Corporate Governance.
Maintain ongoing relationship with client.
Manage the policy administration and documentation or in conjunction with the Practice Underwriting resources, as appropriate.
Manage claims administration including reporting and recording or in conjunction with the Practice Underwriting resources, as appropriate.
Liaison with insurance and reinsurance brokers as required.
Assist with client underwriting decisions or in conjunction with Practice Underwriting resources, as appropriate.
2013 - 2014 Global Woman P.E.A.C.E. Foundation Fairfax, VA Treasurer
Served as Chair of the Finance Committee.
Managed, with the Finance Committee, the Board’s review of, and action related to, the Board’s financial responsibilities.
Worked with the President and Financial Secretary to ensure that appropriate financial reports are made available to the Board on a timely basis.
Assisted the President and Vice-President in preparing the annual budget, and presenting the budget to the Board for approval.
Worked with the Finance Committee and the Executive Board to develop Fiscal Policies for recommendation to the Board to ensure the financial integrity and sustainability of the organization.
Worked with the Finance Committee and the Executive Board to develop long-term financial strategies.
Kept currently informed of legal, regulatory and sector developments relating to the Board’s financial responsibilities.
Bank account management – Oversaw banking relationships, signing checks, and investing excess funds wisely.
Financial management, – Managed the organization’s financial system, developed system for cash flow management.
Budgets – Developed and managed the annual budget comparing actual revenues and expenses incurred against budget.
Financial Policies – Oversaw the development and observation of the organization's financial policies.
Reports – Kept the board regularly informed of key financial events, trends, concerns, and assessment of fiscal health in addition to completing required financial reporting and presentation to the board.
2011 - 2013 WB, LLC Greenbelt, MD
Corporate Controller (Goode Companies Inc. / Unity Southern Environmental / Maryland Metro / One Hour Dumpsters)
Directed and coordinated companies financial planning and budget management functions.
Provided benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performance of divisions, departments and companies.
Monitored and analyzed monthly operating results against budget.
Directed and coordinated debt financing and debt service payments with external agencies.
Oversaw daily operations of the finance department.
Managed the preparation of the official annual report of actual revenues, transfers, and expenses.
Managed the preparation of financial outlooks and financial forecasts.
Prepared financial analysis for contract negotiations and product investment decisions.
Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements.
Worked with department managers and corporate staff to develop five year and ten year business plans for the companies.
Established and implemented short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
Designed, established, and maintained an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the department's goals and objectives.
Served on planning and policy-making committees.
Served as primary legislative liaison relative to company financial issues.
Directed financial audits and provided recommendations for procedural improvements.
Represented the company externally to media, government agencies, funding agencies, and the general public.
Recruited, trained, supervised, and evaluated department staff.
Provided accounting policy orientation for new staff. 2010 - 2011 Global Woman Magazine Fairfax, VA
Chief Financial Officer
Ensures accurate operating budget and financial records.
Acts as a signing authority in the absence of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
The CFO reports to the Chief Executive Officer.
Manages revenues, expenditures and presents the financial report of the magazine to the CEO.
Implemented and manages payroll system.
Confirms business licenses and manages all financial liabilities of the company.
Prepares the annual budget for presentation to the CEO.
Assists the CEO in negotiating contracts (Sales & Operating).
Attends all sales meetings. Attends editorial meetings when necessary.
Supervises Controller/ Director of Business Development/Director of Fund Raising. 2010 - 2011 B. Couleur Magazine Los Angeles, CA
Chief Financial Officer
Ensured accurate operating budget and financial records were prepared and launched.
Reported company financial position to the Chief Executive Officer.
Managed revenues, expenditures and presented the financial report of the magazine to the Launch Team. Researched and implemented payroll system.
Confirmed business licenses and managed all financial liabilities of the company.
Prepared the annual budget for presentation to the Launch Team.
Assisted the CEO in negotiating contracts (Sales & Operating).
Supervised Controller and Director of Sales.
2005 - 2010 McKinley Marketing Partners, Inc. Alexandria, VA Manager, Finance & Accounting (East Coast and Southwest Region)
Supported the CFO in managing the financial operations of the company, including the development of the Company’s financial plan
Managed daily accounting operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger and payroll, bookkeeping and data entry functions
Generated monthly financials and end-of-year closing reports
Created functional budgets, AR Report, profit and cash flow projections
Improved cash management and banking relations
Assisted with reducing operating costs by 30%
Provided care to Interim Marketing Managers (IMMs);
Created timesheet reporting procedures for IMMs performing services at clients’ locations
Managed two real estate companies (M&M Real Estate/M&M Too Real Estate); created, implemented and delivered functional budgets for real estate companies 2002 - 2005 On Top Communications Lanham, MD
Corporate Controller (WRXZ-Albany, GA/WRJH & WJXN-Jackson, MS/WWHV-Norfolk, VA/KNOU- New Orleans, LA)
Supported the CFO in providing financial management and oversight of an urban radio network with five stations in four states
Supervised Business Managers in all four markets
Implemented all of the company’s accounting and reporting processes, controls and budgets.
Managed daily accounting operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger and payroll, bookkeeping and data entry functions
Improved receivables collections and reduced write offs
Managed inventory costs and levels
Generated monthly financials and end-of-year closing reports
Assisted with creating budgets
Developed and maintained Aging Analyses Report and Sales Analyses Report
Improved cash management and banking relations by creating reports which ensured internal controls over cash deposits and disbursements were followed by Business Managers
Developed profit and cash flow projections from scratch using prior knowledge and experience that covered all aspects of broadcast accounting
Conducted the installation and upgrade of the Accounting Software Great Plains and Inventory Software Marketron
Assisted with reducing operating costs by 45%
Controlled fringe benefit expenses
1997 - 2002 Radio One, Inc. Lanham, MD
Assistant Business Manager (WKYS–FM/WMMJ–FM/WOL–AM/WYCB–AM)
Served as assistant to Market Controller
Managed accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger and credit and cash management including preparation and posting of cash receipts
Maintained vendor relations and managed purchase order reports
Managed sales contracts and invoiced documents
Developed and maintained Aging Analyses Report
Identified and wrote-up accounts receivable debit and credit memos
Reviewed and approved potential clients’ credit applications
Prepared daily bank deposits
EDUCATION
2017 University College, University of Maryland College Park, MD Bachelor of Science in Business Management Accounting and Finance 1995 Montgomery College Rockville, MD
Associate Degree, Criminology
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