James E. Combs

*** ****** ****** * Allegan, MI **010 * 269-***-**** * aduzrn@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Strong analytical professional with in-depth experience in auditing, financial analysis, accounting and financial aid. Recognized for communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills. Powerfully skilled in networking and building business relationships. Results oriented individual who exhibits strong initiative, integrity and work ethic.

Highlights of Qualifications

Highly effective leadership, management and training skills

Outstanding computer skills including Microsoft programs

Committed to excellence, quality and unsurpassed customer satisfaction

Strong record keeping and organizational skills

Prefer to work in a fast paced and demanding work environment

Quick to learn and eager to take on new challenges and responsibilities

Ability to apply common sense, multi-task and prioritize

Capable of meeting deadlines without sacrificing safety or quality

Experienced in financial aid processing

Employment History

Holland Board of Public Works, Holland MI 2/22/07 – Present

General Accountant

Responsibilities include month end closings, account reconciliations, audit paper preparation and working closely with upper management to create the fiscal year budgets.

Created reports for managers to use in preparation of budgets.

Prepare year end audit schedules

Reconciliation of general ledger accounts and bank statements.

Tire Centers LLC, Duncan, SC 1987 – 2006

Assistant Store Manager, Zeeland, MI 2005 - 2006:

Responsible for inventory control, internal paperwork control, interface with corporate officers and other daily activities associated with a tire center.

Senior Auditor 1994 - 2005:

Developed policies for 180+ locations.

Created written policy for tire centers to follow when billing National Accounts.

Initiated a policy to reduce the number of days for outstanding billings. Mandated an invoice to be open for no more than 5 days.

Assisted management in training of new locations.

Traveled to locations to work with new management to train on inventory control and asset protection.

Performed complete inventory audits, taking the results to a general ledger entry for gain/ (loss).

Performed operational and compliance audits.

Researched credits and voids to customers to insure proper guidelines were followed.

Determined if tire center personnel were following corporate guidelines for payables.

Investigated cash paid out by the tire centers for proper approvals and business expenses.

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Reviewed accounts receivables for any past-due accounts and obtained explanations from tire center management personnel.

Wrote audit letters detailing recommendations to management for improving methods for controls.

Provided management with the tools and guidelines to properly protect the corporate assets.

Maintained schedule of company’s consigned inventory.

Provided support to the corporate staff in Duncan S.C.

Computer Help Desk 1992 – 1994

Provided support to the field personnel.

Handled testing of new software releases.

Assisted with the testing and implementation of year 2000 software.

Tested new releases of software for rollout to tire centers.

Installed software and hardware at various locations.

Assisted in writing procedure manual for National Account transactions.

Prepared pricing diskettes according to the different programs

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General Accountant 1987 – 1992

Worked with deadlines to complete audit schedules, to reduce the cost of outside audit.

Completed schedules for management review in decision making.

Analyzed questionable transactions to determine proper accounting of income and expense.

Audited various accounts such as receivables and worked with store management for resolution.

Provided auditors with assistance on audits. .

Participated in acquisitions and closings of tire center locations.

Additional Skills and Abilities

Nine years experience in financial aid processing, auditing as well as assisting students completing financial aid forms and examining financial data. Interacted with various departments to complete the enrollment and payment process for students.

Education

University of Akron, Akron, OH

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

ITT Tech, Akron, OH

Associates Degree in Accounting/Management

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