Ann S. Harris 830-***-****

McQueeney, TX ***** aczd4r@r.postjobfree.com

Senior-Level Financial Executive / Controller

A versatile financial expert offers a proven track record of success in leading financial and accounting functions for companies producing millions of dollars per month in volume. Provides on-site and remote leadership of financial planning, reporting, and forecasting while keeping decision makers apprised of financial trends and compliance issues. Serves as a strategic member of management teams at all business unit levels, working to maximize sustainable growth and profit via strategies for cost containment, internal controls, and continuous improvement.

Area of Expertise

Financial Analysis & Reporting – Budgeting & Forecasting – Month-End Closing – General/Cost Accounting

Strategic Planning – Auditing – Customer Service – Training & Development – Process Improvement – Cost Controls

Accounts Payable & Receivable – Project Management – Reconciliations – Consolidation – Inventory Control

Select Career Highlights

Oversaw financials for a plant producing $5M per month in manufacturing volume as well as a related quarry supporting the manufacturing operation; processed payroll for up to 70 employees.

Managed a range of financial and accounting functions for Vertis as they transitioned through an acquisition and later bankruptcy proceedings; traveled between plants and provided remote support to 16 facilities, assisting with general accounting, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, reconciliations and vendor relations.

Oversaw financials for a facility processing $3M per month in printing volume, employing up to 100 staff.

Conducted a state sales tax internal audit that resulted in a refund of approximately $80K for a previous four-year period; generated an average of $15K in future annual savings.

Achieved 90% collection rate on vendor claims for defective raw materials and manufacturing cost recovery.

Professional Overview

Georgia-Pacific / Temple-Inland – McQueeney, TX 2013-2016

Plant Controller

Integrated financial systems, procedures, and internal controls following the Georgia-Pacific acquisition of Temple-Inland, ensuring a smooth transition for financial and accounting functions.

Prepared monthly financial statements, bi-monthly forecasts, and annual budgets for executive management to keep all decision-makers informed.

Streamlined operations, improved overall performance, and controlled costs by analyzing actual financial performance results, comparing to previous forecast, prior month, prior year, and budget.

Provided training for all accounting staff prior to and after the acquisition; team was cross trained to ensure proper coverage of accounting functions at all times.

Managed a team that oversaw $5M per month in volume and processed payroll for upwards of 70 employees.

Professional Overview continued…

Vertis, Inc – San Antonio, TX 1995-2013

Division Controller/Sr. Financial Analyst (2008 -2013)

Supported the Dallas printing division through a successful integration of a newly acquired company.

Managed financial reporting for 5 facilities as they shut down and supported 16 printing divisions for the newly merged operation, overseeing accounting functions and special projects.

Provided accurate reporting and supported corporate accounting during bankruptcy proceedings.

Division Controller/Accounting Manager (1995-2008)

Recognized as one of the top financial experts for a national printing company with annual sales of $1B+.

Prepared monthly financial statements, forecasts, annual budgets, accounts payable/receivable reports, SOX compliance audits, and fixed asset audits with superb accuracy and efficiency.

Compiled and presented monthly financial performance results that focused on controllable costs to help guide executive management in decision making.

Managed and developed accounting staff to ensure compliance with the company policies and federal regulations; provided cross-training across multiple departments.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting (Cum Laude)

University of Houston, Houston, TX

Certifications: Situational Leadership II – Leadership Training for Leaders, Accident Investigation Procedures Training, and Workplace Timekeeper HR and Payroll Administrator Training - Kronos

Technical Proficiencies: MS Office Suite, Hyperion, Kronos, PeopleSoft, Lawson, MP2,

JD Edwards, Maximo, Infinium, Olaris, MOE, DART and LISA

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