Accounting Specialist **** – ****
Midwest Tile, Lincoln, NE
•Accounted for all major inventory while maintaining detailed records for future reporting
•Processed various invoices in a detail-oriented manner by utilizing distribution software and advanced Excel spreadsheets
•Maintained positive business relations with vendors and suppliers by adopting customer service principles to maximize client satisfaction
•Processed all payroll for nine locations and maintained detailed records of all financial payments
•Create billings for vendor and suppliers including organization, approvals, computer input, payment, and filing of paid bills
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Instructor of Excel, Word, PPT, & Outlook 2009 – Present
Central Community College, Grand Island, Columbus, Hastings, NE
•Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Microsoft products while educating full-time professionals on how to make their important documents more efficient
•Mentor business professionals to help them navigate the complex issues they are currently facing
REFERENCES
Bryan Frew, CPA, Tax Manager
Hastings, NE
*****@****.**
www.lutz.us
Anna Schuett, IT Coordinator
Grand Island, NE
308-***-**** ext. 4233
********@*************.***
cnrehab.com
Susan Hooker, Associate Dean of ELS and Training
Grand Island, NE
*******@******.***
www.cccneb.edu
Jim Ward
Financial Analyst
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Experienced leader in accounting and financial management with 16 years of experience managing financials for complex organizations
Adept in all software packages with advanced knowledge of the Microsoft platform and the ability to learn new software quickly
Known as a solutions-oriented financial manager that is focused on steady improvement
Ability to effectively communicate company strategies to ensure a confident and motivated team
Produce accurate financial reports that identify trends and opportunities for further growth
Develop well-detailed and sophisticated systems that maximize efficiency
EXPERIENCE
Financial Analyst 2022 – Present
Mosaic, Omaha, NE
Act as the go-to Financial Analyst for many finance leaders in the organization
Demonstrate software fluency in Axiom, PeopleSoft Excel, Google Sheets, etc.
Prepare and manage annual budgets for departments while supporting the finance business partners the support 13 different states
Develop expertise on integration of financial planning and analysis tools within Mosaic systems, processes, and procedures to ensure all processes are efficient and effective
Effectively document systems, processes, and tools to ensure standardization and effectiveness
Configuration of financial data structures
Controller 2006 – 2022
Central Nebraska Rehabilitation Services, LLC, Grand Island, NE
Controller for 17 successful and very aggressively growing locations
Keep detailed financial records while demonstrating extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Prepare and manage annual budgets for 45 departments while maintaining accurate quarterly forecasts
Produce timely, detailed, and accurate financial statements across various departments for company management, board members, and owners
Implement and maintain a sophisticated system of controls ensuring proper procedures are followed at all levels of the organization
Recognized for attention to detail by serving as co-chair on corporate compliance committee
Demonstrate outstanding leadership while overseeing all accounting operations, cash flow oversight, coordination of accounts payable, journal entries, balance sheet, income statement, board financials, etc.
Communicate effectively and solve intricate and unique issues with accounts receivable staff, office staff, and operational staff
Demonstrate software fluency while analyzing sensitive financial data using Sage 100 Standard 2019 Accounting Software, Peachtree, Quickbooks, Word, Excel, Clinicient, and Nextgen
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Accounting
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE
AUG 2022 – Current*
*15 Credit Hours Remaining
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting
Doane University
Crete/Lincoln, NE
MAY 2006
AAS Business Administration-Accounting Focus
Southeast Community College
Lincoln, NE
SEP 2003
*********@*****.***
Grand Island, NE