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Accounting Financial

Location:
Fort Worth, TX, 76116
Posted:
September 17, 2020

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GENE M. ZINSER, M.B.A., C.P.A.

**** ******** ***** *. ********, TX 76116 LinkedIn 469-***-**** *******@*******.***

Senior Finance & Accounting Executive

Financial Analysis & Reporting Strategic Planning Executive Leadership

Extensive experience leading enterprise-wide finance and accounting functions; leverage strong business and financial acumen, analytical expertise, and an MBA from SMU Cox School of Business.

Proven success streamlining accounting processes, enhancing operational efficiencies, improving financial analysis, strengthening reporting, and identifying opportunities for continual improvements.

Skilled communicator able to build relationships and provide value-added analysis across the organization.

Resourceful problem solver with an operational approach utilizing advanced strategic thinking and execution skills. Direct technical accounting initiatives utilizing financial software and network administration expertise.

Proven leader adept at maximizing human capital and staff potential through tailored strategies that build, develop, and motivate high-performing teams.

Areas of Expertise:

Treasury Management

Annual Budgeting

Debt Financing

Asset Management & Control

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Forecasting

Payroll Administration

Audit Coordination

Financial Software Administration

Credit & Collections

GAAP Financial Statements

Mergers/Acquisitions

Standard Costing Accounting & Analysis

Perpetual Inventory & Cycle Count

IT/Software Administration

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Financial Operations Controller – VACO/CENTRAL FREIGHT LINES (Contract-Basis) May 2018 to Oct 2019

Review and analyze select accounting systems and polices for overall strategic effectiveness in the production of pertinent financial reporting requirements both operational and statutory.

Lead strategic guidance in the collections process of accounts receivable. Analyze and evaluate the organizational collections processes. Streamline processes, improve operational efficiencies, and enhance efficiencies of collection efforts.

Develop strategic KPI’s and Dashboard reporting.

Pricing Software Administrator - Cost Information System (CIS/NG) by Transportation Consulting Group

Controller – THERMOSERV, LTD 2010 to 2017

Manufacturing environment with an accounting system using Standard Costing, Perpetual Inventory, & Cycle Counts

Provide oversight of accounting and financial functions, financial reporting, and revenue accounting. Direct financial planning, analysis, forecasting, and sales commission administration.

Manage enterprise-wide P&L, monthly projections, and dashboard reports.

Lead strategic planning, implement best practices, and manage accounting control. Analyze and evaluate business processes within accounting, financial planning, budgeting, and analysis.

Deliver value-added recommendations across the company. Streamline processes, improve operational efficiencies, and enhance quality of reporting.

Lead cross-functional improvement initiatives in financial processes to achieve the highest levels of accuracy throughout the company. Advise on technical financial and accounting aspects.

Direct month-end and year-end financial reporting, manage sales tax reporting, and conduct federal and state regulatory compliance and reporting. Oversee artist and collegiate royalty administration and compliance.

Controller – TEXAS MANUFACTURING COMPANY 2009 to 2010

Oversaw accounting and finance functions, including inventory control and valuation. Directed treasury and cash management. Provided technical administration for financial network and software.

Managed P&L for two cost centers. Managed general ledger reconciliation, sales tax reporting, and federal and state regulatory compliance and reporting.

Controller – TITUS TRANSPORTATION, L.P. 2006 to 2008

Managed treasury and accounting functions; oversaw electronic data management.

Oversaw cash management and strategic planning in support of major company sales base expansion.

Managed P&L for multiple entities and cost centers. Oversaw GAAP compliance, financial performance reviews, accounts receivable, collections, and payroll administration.

Led technical upgrades and implemented software conversion to enhance financial and accounting operations across the organization.

Led and mentored high-performing team to exceed expectations.

Coordinated audits, conducted financial analyses, and established accounting policies and procedures.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Controller – JAMES HELWIG & SON, INC. 2002 to 2005

Directed accounting and treasury functions, including electronic data management. Led successful initiative to streamline accounting functions.

Managed P&L responsibilities for multiple entities and cost centers. Developed finance sources for purchase of new equipment. Provided financial software administration.

Developed accounting policies that enhanced operations, improved efficiency, and ensured accuracy.

Maximized human capital through strategic staffing changes and evaluations. Developed and motivated strong team dedicated to organizational success.

Increased financial reporting integrity while reducing staffing costs by 35%.

Coordinated audits; managed bank and creditor relations. Oversaw asset management, depreciation standards, and general ledger reconciliation. Facilitated due diligence process in the sale of the company.

Assistant Controller – TELSCO INDUSTRIES, INC. 2000 to 2001

Manufacturing environment with an accounting system using Standard Costing, Perpetual Inventory, & Cycle Counts

Provided strategic assistance to CFO in managing accounting structure. Conducted asset management and general ledger reconciliation.

Managed budget and forecasting development, month-end and year-end close, and payroll administration.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Controller – HAWK TRANSPORT, INC. 1996 to 2000

Directed all aspects of accounting, treasury management, and financial leadership. Managed P&L for multiple entities. Conducted extensive financial analysis and strategic planning. Provided value-added recommendations throughout the company that streamlined accounting processes, enhanced operational efficiencies, and improved financial reporting. Developed solutions to complex issues through statistical analyses, financial modeling, and advanced business acumen.

Previous Experience includes:

Assistant Controller – STEVENS TRANSPORT, INC.

Finance & Accounting Superintendent – NORTHROP WORLDWIDE SERVICES, INC.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Master of Business Administration

SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY, COX SCHOOL OF BUSINESS; Dallas, TX

Bachelor of Science, Accounting & Business Administration/Economics

CAMERON UNIVERSITY; Lawton, OK

Certified Public Accountant, Texas

TEXAS SOCIETY OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS

TECHNOLOGY

Windows 10

MS Word

MS Access

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Asset Keeper

Cost Information System (CIS/NG) by Transportation Consulting Group

T-Value

ADP Payroll for Windows

Tailwind Transportation Software

Innovative Transportation Software

QuickBooks Enterprise

QuickBooks Pro

QuickBooks Online

Royalty Administration Applications

Wells Fargo Treasury Management



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