Forrest T. Thompson IV

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Salem, NH *3079

Home: 603-***-****

Cell: 978-***-****

Objective: To obtain an accounting position with a progressive company utilizing my academic background, practical experience, and strong computer skills.

Computer

Proficiency: Oracle, Peoplesoft, Noetix, SAP, Expensewire, Oasis, CMS, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Works

Experience:

SIG Sauer Inc. Newington, NH

Small Arms Manufacturing - 500M Revenue

Manager of Finance, Planning & Analysis (1/15-10/16)

Managed AP department of 4 – implemented various process and procedure improvements

Managed AR department of 4 plus 1 cash accountant - implemented various process and procedure improvements

Financial development and oversight of various sales initiatives

Credit Management – developed and managed the credit approval process

Managed the treasury functions – bank accounts, corporate credit cards, letter of credits, line of credit

Calculated and submitted the monthly Bank Borrowing Certificate to support the line of credit

Developed and managed cash flow forecast and tracking of sales forecast

Implement and update various company policies

Responsible for filing 1099s

Oversee and complete various GL account reconciliations for month/year end

Liaison with various external auditors

Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions Inc. Lowell, MA

Microelectronics Manufacturing (U.S. Defense Industry)- 250M Revenue

Accounting Manager (2/09-1/15)

Setup and the managed the division shared services.

Point person for implementing the integration and separation of AP, AR, Commissions and Sales & Use Tax from Tyco Electronics Shared Service Center and the sale of M/A-COM Technology Solutions

Responsible for creating various processes and procedures for the various accounting processes due to the change in ownership

Hired and manage a 4 person team to handle all facets of AP, AR, S&U Tax, Commissions, and Banking

Managed and implemented the opening and closing of various bank accounts

Oversee and complete various GL account reconciliations for month/year end

Responsible for auditing and filing Sales & Use Tax returns

Responsible for filing 1099s

Implemented and manage the corporate purchase and travel cards

Liaison with internal/external auditors and various departments within the company

Responsible for the implementation and continued functionality of Databasics expense report software

Responsible to manage Landlord relations from the financial perspective for rent and building build out

Part of the Oracle design team for future implementation as a Subject Matter Expert (SME)

American Tower Corporation Woburn, MA

Telecommunications Industry - 3B Revenue

Rental Division Supervisor of Customer Accounting (12/04-1/09) 2006 All American Team Award

Manage 5-9 Customer Account Analysts

Oversee collections of the Non National Portfolio

Reconciling of lease billings

Researching for unbilled revenue

Negotiate balances and found revenue with customers

Development and upgrade of current AR processes

Development of procedures and training manual

Responsible for hiring/training new employees

Corporate AP/PO Supervisor (6/02-12/04) 2003 All American Award

Northeast AP/PO Manager (10/01-8/02)

Supervise day to day operations of 2-4 AP/PO specialists

Process weekly check runs

Actively participate in various routine/random AP/PO audits

Responsible for developing and communicating AP/PO procedures

Trained the AP/PO department and the field on proper Oracle use and procedures

Interacted with other corporate groups to enhance customer service

On-going review and upgrades of business processes including Sarbanes Oxley compliance

Improved reporting techniques and developed better methods to increase accuracy and decrease redundancy in various weekly processes.

Fixed Asset/Staff Accountant (11/03-12/04)

Responsible for reconciliation of various GL accounts

Maintained/reconciled the Fixed Asset module for the corporate office

Responsible for running of the depreciation process for the entire company

Provides direction for the company on the fixed assets process

Responsible for categorizing new and existing assets

Responsible for entering new assets and retiring old assets

Complete miscellaneous analysis/account reconciliations/projects as requested by management

Renaissance Worldwide, Inc. Waltham, MA

AP Supervisor/IC Processor/Contracts Manager November 1999 – August 2001

Supervise day to day operations of 5 accounts payable coordinators

Maintain AP cash flow and other reports

Implemented Independent Contractor process from payroll to accounts payable

Initial review of IC contracts for compliance to company policy and negotiate contract changes

Assisted in creation and implementation of an on-line Focal Point training simulation for IC process

Actively participate in various routine/random IC/AP audits

Responsible for developing and communicating IC/AP procedures

Implemented a paperless system for storing invoices and checks

Scully Signal Company Wilmington, MA

Manufacturing Industry

Accounts Payable Specialist/Internal Auditor August 1998 - November 1999

Maintained entire accounts payable function

Assist with general ledger closing and preparation of journal entries

Perform quality audits for ISO 9000 and company regulations

Energy Sciences, Inc. Wilmington, MA

Accounts Payable Specialist January 1998 – July 1998

Education: Merrimack College

Bachelor of Science in Accounting Fall 1997

Major GPA: 3.23 / 4.0

Activities: Merrimack College Student Government, Nu Phi Kappa Fraternity, Dormitory Resident Assistant, Billiards League, Dart League, Admissions Tour Guide, Retreat Leader, Orientation Committee, Intramural Basketball League

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