Controller

JAMES HANSEL

New Braunfels, TX ***** ~ 832-***-**** ~ ************@******.***

Executive Profile

Multi-faceted Financial Executive with solid and progressive experience in all facets of accounting, financial management, operations management, and executive leadership. Highly skilled in collaborating with all members of the organization to achieve business and financial objectives. Instrumental in optimizing cash flow, streamlining financial processes, enhancing productivity levels, introducing process improvements, and implementing technology solutions. Additional core competencies include:

ü Financial Stewardship & Controllership ü Financial Management & Accounting

ü Financial Reporting & Consolidations ü Budget Management & Financial Analysis

ü Cash Flow Management ü GAAP Compliance

ü Executive Leadership & Operational Excellence ü Technology Enhancements & Process Improvement

ü Financial Software Implementation ü Staff Supervision & Training

ü Strategic Planning & Business Analytics ü Payroll Administration & Tax Filings

ü Cost Accounting ü General Ledger Activity

Career Highlights

Built the accounting and HR department from the ground up at Acute Technological Services.

Spearheaded efforts to implement a full ERP system.

Played a key role in helping the company grow from $6M to $85M in annual revenue.

Designed and built the accounting and HR department from scratch at NanoRacks.

Oversaw a full audit within 3 months of tenure.

Established SOPs and facility buildout to accommodate growth.

Professional Background

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR (2016 – Present)

Government Costing and Pricing Specialist

Partnered with agencies in need of assistance with government costing and pricing models. Assisted with contract price negotiations.

Key Achievements:

Prepared financial analysis, project analysis, and burden calculations.

NANORACKS, LLC., Houston, Texas (2013 – 2016)

Director of Finance

Charged with overall responsibility of financial stewardship initiatives including company financials, payroll, budget preparation, audit, taxation, and accounting. Managed general ledger activity. Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable functions. Directed facilities management and oversaw 2 moves as well as the build-out of new facilities.

Key Achievements:

Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated reports that summarized business activities in areas of income, expense, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.

Oversaw financial and treasury management including cash management and account setups.

Established a HR department that was positioned to grow with the company.

Spearheaded a project on the implementation of a IBE Project Costing system.

Restructured the accounting department while creating an efficient, cost effective department.

SHIPCOM WIRELESS, INC., Houston, Texas (2012 – 2013)

Director of Finance

Provided direction to finance and accounting initiatives associated with financial reporting, budget management, audit, taxation, and general ledger activity. Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Handled investor relations. Supervised and mentored 2 employees in daily job duties. Executed financial and treasury management including cash management and account setups.

Key Achievements:

Directed the implementation of a new Deltek ERP system.

Implemented a system for handling percent of completion, project, activity, and cost accounting.

Championed efforts to restructure the accounting department while enhancing efficiency.

VISION CONTRACTORS, LTD, Houston, Texas (2007 – 2012)

CFO / Controller

Managed accounting, finance, budgeting, and taxation. Developed accurate and reliable financial reports that aided in business decision-making. Supervised 8 employees.

Key Achievements:

Oversaw all financial stewardship activities while ensuring GAAP compliance.

Managed all treasury and finance decisions including cash management.

Introduced process improvements and technology enhancements that boosted efficiency.

ACUTE TECHNOLOGICAL SERVICES, LLC, Houston, Texas (2003 – 2007)

Controller

Led controllership duties involving accounting, financial reporting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, audit, taxation, cash management, treasury management, and general ledger activity. Spearheaded GAAP compliance initiatives. Managed investor, lender, and banking relationships. Supervised and coached a team of 6 employees.

Key Achievements:

Charged with accountability for overseeing the merger of 3 companies through a buyout.

Oversaw decision-making associated with investments, security, and international monetary exchange. Managed due-diligence for parties interested in investment.

Spearheaded the implementation of a new ERP system.

Introduced a system that managed percent of completion, project, activity, and cost accounting.

Early Career:

Staff Accountant – Jones & Granger, Houston, Texas

Accountant – En-Touch Systems, Inc., Houston, Texas

Executive Benefits Analyst – Reliant Energy, Houston, Texas

Military Experience

U.S. NAVY – Radioman / Electronics Technician

Education & Credentials

Bachelor of Science

University of Houston-Downtown

Technical Skills

Deltek, Microsoft Office Suite, Dynamics GP (Great Plains), QuickBooks, Peach Tree, PeopleSoft

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