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Vernon A. Testerman M.Acc, BS, CPM

Rozet, WY

307-***-**** • adzs56@r.postjobfree.com

Accomplished Candidate for Controller

Results-driven and motivated professional with extensive experience leading accounting and finance operations, providing analysis, reports, and information to foster data-driven decisions by management. Offers exceptional management skills, leading personnel, processes, and initiatives in the achievement of operational and financial goals across multiple industries.

Applies strong attention to detail and exceptional business skills to consistently meet and exceed performance targets, with skills that include business analysis, financial analysis, procurement, and the use of a variety of financial software applications.

Serves as an integral contributor to business growth, establishing clear goals and expectations, and providing the necessary support to overcome challenges and remove roadblocks to success. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

– EAGLE SPECIALTY MATERIALS, LLC, GILLETTE, WY (2020 – PRESENT) Maintained accountability for the development of financial statements for multiple partnership legal entities, including Prairie Eagle Mining, Eagle Forge Services, and Cardinal Reclamation. Manage the A/R, A/P, and G/L functions and prepare financial statements for C-Suite, ownership review, and audit by the company CPAs.

Applied accounting/managerial skills in CSS to develop monthly and annual statements for each business.

Maintained accountability for processing payroll and other reports for all companies, encompassing 500+ employees..

Responsible for the filing and payment of all Black Lung, severance, royalty, sales and use taxes.

Overall operational accounting advisor for each department and general manager for accounting operations. SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

– NAVAJO TRANSITIONAL ENERGY COMPANY (NTEC) / CLOUD PEAK ENERGY INC., GILLETTE, WY (2017 – 2020) Fulfilled a critical role planning and executing a broad and deep array of accounting responsibilities at the Antelope location of three surface coal mines in the Powder River Basin. Scope of work encompassed month-end account reconciliation using the BlackLine application to support reports and audits, as well as the research and posting of journal entries for accruals, deferrals, allocations, and reclassifications.

Leveraged expertise in the Asset 4000 application to manage fixed asset additions, disposals, and transfers, along with depreciation, amortization, and depletion.

On a monthly basis, convened managers and planners in Accounting meetings, providing cost information.

Served as a trusted advisor, leading training for planners on accrual/deferral expenses.

Met the needs of stakeholders throughout the organization, developing ad hoc reports providing insight into the health and direction of the company’s finances.

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

– BAR S SERVICES INC., CHEYENNE, WY (2013 – 2017)

Maintained accountability for the development of financial statements for multiple family-owned legal entities, including Bar S Services, Riatta Enterprises, Diamond A Towing, G Bar S LLC, Riatta Holdings, and Double JD Enterprises LLC. Managed Accounts Payable while providing guidance to colleagues on accounting, tax, and IT issues.

Applied skills in Sage 100 and QuickBooks to develop monthly and annual financial statements for each business. Vernon A. Testerman M.Acc, BS, CPM

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Maintained accountability for processing payroll, tax deposits, and multi-state reports for all companies, encompassing up to 200 employees.

On a monthly basis, reported job profitability based on standard hourly equipment cost allocations. Examined these allocations to identify and remediate variances versus actual costs.

Supported business development by providing cost information to be incorporated into bids and proposals, with a focus on maintaining compliance with profit and margin percentage targets.

Responsible for the monthly reconciliation, audit, and reporting of payroll and sales taxes.

Pioneered the establishment of an inventory system for the repair shop.

Credited with re-engineering financial and operations procedures and workflows using Sage 100, capturing substantial gains in efficiency and productivity.

BUSINESS MANAGER – CORRECTIONAL INDUSTRIES

– WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, CHEYENNE, WY (2012 – 2013) A demonstrated record of success and achievement at the Wyoming Department of Corrections, marked by two consecutive roles of significant management authority.

Served as the Director of Finance for the Correctional Industries Manager, defining and implementing formal accounting procedures to govern the reporting of financial information from inmate work programs using the WOLFS and QuickBooks applications. Administered budgets and cost centers for working business models throughout the Wyoming State Penitentiary, the Wyoming Medium Correctional Institute, the Wyoming Conservation Camp, and the Wyoming Women’s Center.

Served an integral role as the business, operations, and financial advisor to the Correctional Industries Manager.

Designed and deployed standard operating procedures for the Correctional Industries Division, and implemented a computerized inventory system using Fishbowl Inventory Software.

Maintained accountability for developing financial reports and statements, including the Budget to Actual statement reconciling cash method used for the government and the accrual for business. BUSINESS MANAGER – STATE PENITENTIARY

– WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, RAWLINS, WY (2010 – 2012) Directed finance operations for the State Penitentiary, with a scope of responsibility that included RFQ approval and routing, inmate payroll and savings account management, and support for the prioritization of procurement in collaboration with the Warden.

Led the launch of internal purchasing procedures in accordance with internal policies and state statutes, and oversaw the implementation of a computerized inventory system. EARLY CAREER

Financial Controller, FAAC International, Cheyenne, WY / Jacksonville, FL Contract Tax Preparer, DAPCPA Pope & Jackson Inc., Cheyenne, WY Financial Controller, Jirdon Agri Chemicals Inc., Morrill, NE Staff Accountant, Fred A. Lockwood & Co. PC, Scottsbluff, NE Vernon A. Testerman M.Acc, BS, CPM

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EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Science Degree in Accounting

Western Governor’s University

Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting, Minor in Business Management Pensacola Christian College

Certified Public Manager – Laramie County Community College Industries Director Certificate - National Institute of Corrections TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

SAP B1, Sage 100, Blackline, Ellipse, Asset 400, MAS90, Counterpoint, Peachtree, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office

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