Molly R. Markusic, MBA
*************@*****.*** • 404-***-**** • New Albany, OH 43054 • LinkedIn
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
High-performing, strategic, and accountable MBA graduate and Controller with 15+ years of experience leading multi- disciplinary teams responsible for the full cycle of planning, implementing, and documenting complex projects. Analytical by nature, with deep knowledge of business operations, risk mitigation through strict regulatory compliance, and financial management. Accustomed to recruiting, training, and mentoring personnel across multiple departments, and providing motivational leadership by modeling best practices. Exceptional interpersonal, communications, and teamwork skills at every level of the organization.
CORE COMPETENCIES
End-to-End Project Management Process Optimization Operations Streamlining Quality Assurance Resource Allocation & Workflow Team Recruitment & Training Performance Monitoring & Evaluation Regulatory Compliance Financial Administration Client Relationship Management PROFESSIONAL E XPERIENCE
CONTROLLER WEINSTOCK & SCAVO, ATLANTA, GA MAY 1999 TO JAN 2011 Orchestrated all day-to-day office functions for a diversified law firm, including senior leadership support, financial management, health insurance plan administration, talent recruitment, meeting logistics and presentation materials, and special event planning. Represented the firm at all state unemployment hearings.
● Conducted financial planning & analysis; prepared budget, general ledger and all financials for stakeholders.
● Used data and metrics to drive improvements in Billing, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
● Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings and staff events.
● Reconciled and maintained all firm accounts, banking and line of credit requirements; input payroll for all employees; ensured workers compensation compliance and represented firm during unemployment hearings.
● Administered self-funded health insurance plan, with responsibility for employee and family enrollments, related billing, COBRA administration and HIPPA compliance; Administered firm’s disability insurance.
● Administered firm’s Errors and Omissions (E&O) insurance, including yearly renewal, review of competing companies, and associated reporting.
● Hired staff both directly and through outside recruiters, including full lifecycle recruitment, across all departments.
● Opened two additional offices, one in Savannah, one in North Georgia, and set up remote office for the Senior Partner at his residence in Savannah. Managed expansion of and complete remodel of main office space, totaling 20,000 sf. ADMINISTRATOR/PARALEGAL JAMES LEE FORD PC, ATLANTA, GA JUN 1997 TO APR 1999 Spearheaded office operations and paralegal functions for a small firm of civil trial lawyers. Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented changes to improve the overall effectiveness of office personnel and activities.
● Reduced overhead costs by voluntarily taking responsibility for additional creative and administrative projects.
● Oversaw office inventory, including ordering and requisitions, stocking, and receipt of shipments.
● Prepared and distributed staff payroll.
● Obtained documents, clearances, certificates, and approvals from local, state, and federal agencies.
● Enhanced the presentation of boardroom and courtroom multimedia presentations. EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Master of Business Administration Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA Bachelor of Science in Education West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV Google Data Analytics Certification