Manager Management

Donna McDonald

* ********* **** *****, **********, NH 03275 Home: 603-***-****; Cell: 603-***-**** acz3d4@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Experienced, team oriented, results driven, multi-faceted Accountant with extensive cost accounting experience preparing clear, comprehensive financial reports for executive level management. Delivering financials on time because I am at my best when working under pressure and take pride in being the one you can rely on. P&L responsibility and a demonstrated ability to understand and apply strategic analytical reasoning to trigger change and secure results.

Highlights

GAAP Financial Statements Analytical Reasoning/Cost Accounting Cash Flow Analysis

General Ledger Accounting Financial Statement Analysis Budgeting/Forecasting

Account Reconciliations Insurance/Benefit Negotiations Payroll, and P/R Tax Returns

Regulatory Reporting Effective Time Management Month-End/Year-End Close

A/P, A/R, Collections Strong Organizational Skills Excellent Managerial Techniques

Experience

TEMPORARY POSITION: FINANCE MANAGER/OFFICE MANAGER RTH MECHANICAL SERVICES, LLC via ACCOUNT TEMPS JUNE 2016 – FEBRUARY 2017

Conducted detailed analytical review of financial statements, Federal and State Corporate, S-Corp., and Partnership tax returns, along with quarterly job estimates prepared by associates. Maintained accurate Balance Sheet and P&L Accounts including; cash, DDA accounts, inventory, accounts receivable, prepaid and fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses, lines of credit, expense and revenue accounts. Provided strategic review of financials, calculated current labor burden rate to ensure proper fees are charged, assisted the Service Manager in determining company needs, processes, vendor terms, contracts and service agreement terms and conditions. Assisted Service Manager with re-negotiation of a service maintenance contract with its largest customer, thereby ensuring three additional years of reliable revenue at an acceptable profit margin. Turned the company around, from operating at a loss, to a $100,000 profit by year end.

FINANCE MANAGER/CONTROLLER JAS INDUSTRIES, LLC DBA ACCURATE AIR MAY 2008 – FEBRUARY 2016

Conducted detailed analytical review of financial statements, Federal and State Corporate, S-Corp., and Partnership tax returns, along with quarterly job estimates prepared by associates.

Extensive experience with financial statement audits, reviews and compilations; representation at IRS Audit as a result of predecessor’s performance, as well as annual worker’s compensation audits.

Maintained accurate Balance Sheet and P&L Accounts including; cash, DDA accounts, inventory, accounts receivable, prepaid and fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses, lines of credit, expense and revenue accounts.

Achieved a 75% reduction in over 90-day receivables within my first year by providing direct customer contact, consistent collection practices, bi-weekly statement generation, and precise documentation of all collection efforts.

Reduced overhead costs by 35% by eliminating redundant processes, renegotiating overhead expense contract terms and discounts allowed with corporate insurance carriers, telecommunication providers, uniform service provider, waste management services, credit cards, and employee benefits, thereby also resulting in a significant increase in discounts taken.

Managed safety implementation by actively developing and conducting safety meetings, agendas, maintenance of corporate safety policy manual, safety data sheets, reviewed all claims, ensured proper and timely closure of said claims; resulting in a 0.44 basis point reduction in the Mod Rate, reflecting a significant reduction in insurance premiums. Direct supervision of office staff; A/P Clerk, Dispatcher and Receptionist.

Management of all financial statements and preparation of GAAP financials. Completion and filing of all Federal/State Returns; 940, 941, NH/ME/MA-UC, ME/MA Sales and Use Taxes, and MA-UI Reporting, W-2’s, and 1099’s. Calculations/Maintenance of daily cash flow analysis. Direct reporting and presentation of financials to Senior Management.

Monthly completion of WIP, determining over/under billing and recording of appropriate entries to reflect proper revenue earned along with backlog details.

Weekly payroll processing, tax payment remittance, tax reporting, 401K transfers and direct deposits. Maintenance of all employee deductions, fringes, etc. Completion of all new hire reporting with NH, ME and MA. Coordination and reporting of all census data.

STAFF ACCOUNTANT JAS INDUSTRIES, LLC DBA ACCURATE AIR APRIL 2005 – MAY 2008

Provided reliable and timely project by project expense, capitalization, amortization and spend data for all departments. Assisted the CFO with the production of the monthly financials, management reports, and board packages. Prepared financial and regulatory reports required by laws, regulations or board of directors. Prepared monthly and annual expense forecasts, including any necessarily recommended actions required to manage costs to achieve budget.

FULL CHARGE BOOKKEEPER (Seasonal) TJ CLAMBAKE REALTY, LLC APRIL 2014 – FEBRUARY 2016

. Seasonal management of accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting, and reconciliations. Performed review of restaurant triple net leasing terms and conditions, as well as collections for such. Provided reliable and timely expense, capitalization, amortization and cash flow analysis and preparation/presentation of GAAP financials to partners.

FULL CHARGE BOOKKEEPER (PT) SALISTAAR VENTURES, LLC FEBRUARY 2014 – FEBRUARY 2016

. Managed accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting and reconciliations for a Franchise Investment. Reviewed all loan agreements, and performed all collection processes. Prepared GAAP financials for CPA review of investment. Franchise interests were sold, and a 7% gain was realized.

BOOKKEEPER/SR. PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT (PT) TMAC REALTY, LLC FEBRUARY 2011 – FEBRUARY 2016

. Managed accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting and reconciliations. Performed review of all tenant lease agreements terms and conditions, data entry of such into QuickBooks, and collections of all rental income. Represented commercial leasing company in all court proceedings. Prepared GAAP financials for annual review by CPA. The building is currently on the market.

BOOKKEEPER/SR. PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT (PT) SOM REALTY HOLDINGS, LLC MAY 2008 – FEBRUARY 2016

. Managed accounting operations, close processes, account reporting and reconciliations. Executed accounts receivable reporting enhancements and reconciliation procedures. Reviewed and maintained all tenant leases, terms, and conditions. Completed monthly, quarterly and annual bank reconciliations for the commercial leasing company, mainly occupied by Accurate Air. Negotiated all vendor terms, pricing, and conditions. Prepared GAAP financials.

CONTROLLER/FINANCIAL MGR. ATOM CONTRACTING CORP. JUNE 1997 – APRIL 2005

. Financial Controller (FT) for site excavation contractor. Preparation of GAAP Financials for annual review by CPA. Managed all accounting records including; A/P, A/R, Collections, G/L, Trial Balance. Performed review of all job site contracts/proposals and completed monthly progress billing on AIA documents, verified and executed corresponding lien waivers. Established a consistent banking relationship which allowed for fast and adequate project financing. Managed all Controller functions for subsidiaries/ development companies.

CONTROLLER/FINANCIAL MGR. EATON PARTNERS, INC. MARCH 1995 – JUNE 1997

. Performed initial accounting file set-up for a commercial asset management start-up company. Installation and maintenance of Yardi Property Management software, data entry of all lease agreements, contracts, etc. Performed all financial functions; A/R, A/P, P/R, G/L, Trial Balance, Collections, etc. Prepared GAAP financials, presented to partners on a monthly basis, for annual review by CPA. Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal laws/agencies.

SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT (FT) BANK OF IRELAND FIRST HOLDINGS, LLC MARCH 1985 – MARCH 1995

. Full-time Senior Staff Account responsible for completing the banks daily cash position, by compiling daily branch activity throughout the State of NH to determine the bank’s ability to either sell federal funds or borrow federal funds via the Federal Reserve Bank in Boston, MA and initiated said wire transfers daily. Reconciled all Teller accounts daily and reported any overages/shortages to senior management. Participated Acquisition Teams for the takeover of defunct lending institutions; Performed audits of bank vaults; counting cash on hand, certificate of deposit stock, and treasury items/stock, and reviewed loan portfolio. Determined which assets we were to retain and which assets would be batched for sale. Served on the Accounts Payable Reorganization Team and reviewed of all functions to eliminate repetitive tasks, improve and standardize processes to ensure timely completion of all functions which decrease correspondence/response time within departments and ensured timely payment to all vendors.

EDUCATION: Associates of Science: Business Administration Middlesex Community College Spring 1985 www.linkedin.com/in/DonnaMcDonald64

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