ROBERT D. WICKORD
***** ** ******* **. ***** Valley OR 97086
********@*****.*** 503-***-****
Summary
Operations Specialist
Management & Supervision
Vision Leader
Budgeting & Forecasting
Detail Oriented and Timely
Strong Problem Solver
Flexible and Positive
Cross Functional
Analytical and Efficient
Corporate Compliance/Audits
Process Oriented
System Implementations
Prioritize & Follow through
Strategic Planner
Financial & Ratio Analysis
Resource Manager
Strong Organizational Skills
Work in Progress
Strong Microsoft Office Skills
Change Manager
Relationship Builder
Recent Work Experience January ’16 to Present Luminary Arts
San Marcos, CA Business/Operations Consultant
Assisted in the design and start up of this non profit business which allows elementary school children the opportunity to learn about the arts through music, theater and art. October ’13 to March ‘16 Lutheran Church Extension Fund Northwest District, Portland OR Vice President (lcef.org) September ’08 to October ’13 Lutheran Church Extension Fund Pacific Southwest District, Irvine CA Asst. Vice President (lcef.org) Market and promote LCEF investments, loans, and ministry services. Responsible for i nves tment book of $54MM, loan portfolio of over $46MM, and annual budget exceeding $300k. Member of District Executive Staff. Prepare and presented reports to the Board of Directors quarterly. Develop performance goals and objectives for team. Full analysis of church and school financial statements in preparation for underwriting and approving loan requests. Develop specific strategic planning objectives. Conduct Vision planning, Stewardship programs and Capital Campaigns. August ’02 to September ‘08 Associates Investments Inc. San Diego, CA Vice President, Chief Financial Officer Provided financial leadership to the Chairman/CEO of this privately held multi site real estate services parent company with revenues of $75MM+. Consolidated each company’s financial statements into corporate statement. Managed staff of 11. Member of Sr. Management team and partnered with executives from departments throughout the organization. Assisted outside auditors and tax accountants. Developed forecast and budgeting models for strategic planning. Created and documented all accounting and internal control policies in compliance with GAAP standards. Calculated and prepared monthly sales bonuses for managers, loan officers and support staff. Developed succession planning protocols. Responsible for installation and upgrade of Great Plains system implementation company wide. Administered annual operating and capital budgets. Maintained strong banking relationships. Member of Senior Management Team. Advised executive team during company..acquisition
Past Work Experience
January ’01 to August ’02 One Stop Systems, Inc.
Escondido, CA Controller, Human Resources Manager (onestopsystems.com) Reported directly to the President/CEO of this privately held industrial computer manufacturer. Responsible for all accounting and human resource activities including A/P, A/R, General Ledger, payroll and HRIS. Supervised production, planning and manufacturing personnel. Maintained strong banking relationships. Assisted in Business Development, identifying new clients and potential services for existing clients. Developed computerized inventory system.
March ’95 to December ’00 Argo Scientific/BetzDearborn Industrial San Marcos, CA Manager of Finance and Administration, Human Resources Manager Reported directly to the President/CEO of this privately held chemical manufacturer. Supervised staff of six accountants, inside sales and administrative staff. Managed accounting department and was responsible to the timely and accurate production of monthly financial statements. Presented quarterly to the Board of Directors. Managed HR for 60 employees in nine states. Consol idated f inancial s from whol ly owned foreign subs idiary. Fi led al l sales tax returns . Reduced benefits expense by $24k/year while improving level of benefits. Created Asset Management system and reconciliation analysis in Excel. Developed computerized inventory system for raw materials with outside chemical blenders. Education and Professional Certifications
University of Phoenix, Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Licensed Realtor (CA)
Software – Systems Expertise
Financial and Accounting Management:
Microsoft Great Plains (Dynamics and Solomon) Accounting Systems,
QuickBooks Pro, Integrated Payroll and HRIS Systems,
3rd party Payroll systems (Ceridian, Paychex, ADP) General: Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access) Volunteer and Community Service
Congregation Chairman, Co Youth Ministry Leader at Trinity Lutheran Church, Temecula o Responsible to all Ministry direction and coordination o Led youth group to national conference twice
Assistant Coach, Temecula Valley Youth Baseball League
Training Volunteer at S.A.F.E Alternatives for Domestic Violence
Toys for Tots Coordinator