ROBERT J. DEMMA
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80130
******@*****.***
Summary of Qualifications
Extensive management experience in operations, finance and accounting, leading divisions of up to 120 people for privately-held, non-profit, and international companies. Development and implementation of all
phases of operations and accounting procedures.
Summary of Achievements
Improved cash controls by developing procedures for more efficient processing, allowing the company to continue acquisitions while maintaining staffing levels.
Successfully managed annual financial audits.
Increased efficiency of stock trading procedures and check processing systems resulting in cost savings and improved cash flow.
Reduced expenses for non-profit agency, resulting in acquisition of funding from the State of Colorado and private foundations.
Oversaw software conversions, which improved efficiencies for various types of firms.
Managed the implementation of new fixed-asset and fleet-processing software for Accounting Department.
Professional Experience
2003 to 2019 SecurCare Self Storage, Inc./Nord Capital Group
Lone Tree, Colorado
Accounting Manager – Managed accounting operations and treasury functions for
over 200 self-storage properties in thirteen states. Included Accounts Payable,
preparation of monthly Financial Statements, monthly account reconciliations, and
payroll processing. Managed the implementation of new cash controls.
2000 to 2003 Grease Monkey International, Inc.
Denver, Colorado
Accounting Manager - Managed accounting operations for approximately 150 franchise units. Including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, preparation of monthly Financial Statements, monthly account reconciliations, and processing of local and national fleet customers’ invoices. Managed the implementation of new fixed asset and fleet processing software for the department.
1998 to 2000 Travelers Express/MoneyGram, Inc.
Lakewood, Colorado
Supervisor, Fiduciary Accounting – Managed all aspects of Fiduciary Accounting
including preparation and approval of daily journal entries, review and approval of monthly account reconciliations, and maintaining month-end closing of the fiduciary ledger. Involved in the implementation of new software for the department.
1995 to 1998 Adult Learning Source
Denver, Colorado
Controller – Managed all aspects of accounting including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Budgeting, preparation of monthly Financial
ROBERT J. DEMMA
9842 TOWNSVILLE CIRCLE
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80130
******@*****.***
Statements, and annual audit by independent firm. Responsible for facilities management and Human Resources functions. Presented financials at Finance Committee and Board meetings. Participated in Peer Site Reviews for the State of Colorado.
1991 to 1995 Resolution Trust Company
Denver, Colorado
During my tenure with various contractors for the RTC, my responsibilities included:
Senior Accountant – Research and reconciliation of RTC Assets. Reviewed and proposed adjusting journal entries for financial service entities taken over by the RTC.
Manager, Reconciliation Department – Responsible for monitoring and reporting on the daily reconciliation of approximately 90 financial institutions controlled by Resolution Trust Corporation. Also responsible for the reporting on general ledger accounts. Implementation of procedures to improve departmental performance.
1989 to 1990 Resources Trust Company
Denver, Colorado
Operations Supervisor, Securities Department
1980 to 1987 First Trust Corporation
Denver, Colorado
Manager, Operational Systems
Software Expertise
Excel, MS Works, Microsoft Word, CYMA & Clarus (GL Systems), MAS 200, Best Fixed Asset
Education
MBA – Finance & Accounting
Regis University, Denver, Colorado
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
Other
Certificate in Computer Information & Technology
Numerous seminars in Management and Personnel Development
Prior Series 7 Registered Representative (Stock Broker) License