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CHRISTINA ROWLAND

***** *. ******* ***. ****, MI 48375 ************@*****.*** 734-***-****

Executive Skills Specialist

Operations Management Financial Management Forensic Accounting Virtual Assistant Notary

I am a results-driven executive skills specialist with a corporate background in manufacturing and import/export. I have an BBA with a focus in Entrepreneurship and a MSA in Accounting. Possessing cross-functional experience in cost accounting, budget analysis and determination, general ledger, AP/AR, month end preparations, variance analysis, forensic accounting, month end inventory, vendor sourcing, business development research, scheduling and calendar management for multiple executives, ERP software management, and Microsoft Office Professional Suite of products for both growth and mature companies. Highly organized and analytically-oriented I am a decisive go-getter with excellent communication skills. Driven to succeed, I excel in self-motivated, challenging and cooperative environments while remaining sensible and personable.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MID-WEST SCREW PRODUCTS CO., Livonia, Michigan

Controller and Operations Manager; 10/2012 – 10/2015; 07/2016-06/21/2024

Direct operations management for $1.5 million dollar ISO 9001:2015 compliant manufacturing company and job shop supplying the aftermarket heating and cooling industry and individually quoted clients.

Supervised company-wide operations for accounting, budgeting, client relations, vendor selection, human resources, production, purchasing, logistics, and distribution activities. Maintained and monitored future projections on cash flow analysis. Performed research projects to support further business development. Sustained positive relationships with customers and vendors addressing issues and escalating orders as necessary. Attended seminars and professional organization meetings to champion beneficial changes to the ERP system, network with potential vendors and clients, and maintain a high level of understanding about industry constraints and innovations. Managed the calendars, office needs, IT issues and screened calls for 3 executives.

Key Achievements:

Worked directly with customers to handle complaints, concerns, escalations and credit request approvals.

Expanded implementation of ERP system for increased accuracy and accountability.

Restructured BOM’s for assemblies increasing efficiency and eliminating the need for manual intervention.

Self-managed all front office procedures with minimal supervision from Vice-President.

Plastipak Packaging, Plymouth, Michigan

Cost and Budget Analyst, 11/2015 – 04/2016

Maintain and prepare cost and budget analysis reports and oversee month-end procedures for several manufacturing facilities for the third largest container producer in the United States and a multibillion dollar global company.

Performed month end procedures for five manufacturing facilities within SAP software. Prepared detailed financial analysis using a combination of SAP transactions and Excel computations. Cross-functional collaboration to resolve posting errors in SAP. Completed costing and re-costing of products. Point of contact for accounting and SAP questions for five US manufacturing facilities.

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Key Achievements:

Ran month end checks and balances before closing out month end within SAP.

Researched monthly and quarterly PPV analysis and explanations.

Determined COPA-PCA differences and worked to have errors corrected.

Validated, approved and sometimes created journal entry corrections for SAP.

Troubleshoot SAP accounting issues in conjunction with IT when necessary.

K&P PRODUCTS, INC., Westland, Michigan

Bookkeeper, 07/11 – 3/13; Part-Time

Ensured proper accounting records were recorded for a quarter million dollar secondary manufacturing company serving the general manufacturing market.

Maintained general ledger accounts in QuickBooks accounting software. Reconciled bank records with general ledger accounts to ensure accurate reporting under GAAP. Calculated and prepared weekly payroll for up to four employees. Monitored quarterly tax obligations to ensure timely payment of Federal Tax obligations.

Key Achievements:

Provided accurate maintenance of accounting ledger and payroll services under GAAP.

Researched discrepancies and provided documentation ensuring resolution in the companies favor.

Maintained bank account balances to meet payroll and federal tax obligations separate from business and expense funds to ensure the proper utilization of capital.

Stay-at-Home Mother & Pregnancy, 07/09 – 10/12

SANDLER AND TRAVIS TRADE ADVISORY SERVICES, Farmington Hills, Michigan

Classification Analyst, 01/08 – 07/09

Determined proper classification code for import and export of goods for a $23.5 million dollar international trade and customs consulting services company employing over 750 people in 8 countries across the globe.

Performed classification of imported and exported products to and from various countries under multiple clients’ workloads as part of a classification team of three to four other people including our team leader. Processed non-standard classifications for uncommon products ensuring legality for shipping based on restricted persons and business searches. Addressed e-mail escalations acting as a go between in time sensitive situations ensuring good customer relations on both sides of the product supply chain.

Key Achievements:

Reliably reached and exceeded weekly classification goals.

Consistently held the highest number of classifications per week on my team.

Drafted a client specific process manual increasing efficiency in classification.

Trained fellow team member on client processes improving cross-training.

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K&P PRODUCTS, INC., Westland, Michigan

Office Manager and Executive Assistant, 03/01-10/05

Provide office management for a quarter million dollar secondary manufacturing company serving the general manufacturing market and acted as executive assistant to the vice-president.

Participated in the development of a growth company in the secondary manufacturing market. Developed and implemented processes and controls for office functions. Performed the day to day operations of the business encompassing reception, accounting, human resources and purchasing. Served as an executive assistant to the Vice-President performing any addition research, errands, or tasks assigned to me.

Key Achievements:

Increased efficiency by creating standardized operating procedures for functions such as payroll, AR/AP, GL accounting, human resources and phone system operation.

Scouted and selected vendors for services based on the needs of the company.

Monitored employee efficiency and productivity to ensure proper use of time and profitability.

Managed Vice-President’s calendar and expense reports to ensure efficient use of executive time.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Masters of Science in Accounting (MSA) UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX, Tempe, Arizona

Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY, Ypsilanti, Michigan

Professional Associations:

PMPA - PRECISION MANUFACTURING PRODUCTS ASSOCIATION (2012-2024)

APICS - PRODUCTION AND INVENTORY CONTROL SOCIETY (2003-2005; 2012-Present)

REFERENCES

Tom Flowers ENGINEER Retired 248-***-****

Cory Pinkney O’Conner OFFICE MANAGER Metal-Fab, Inc. 734-***-****

Sandy Henning PROGRAMMER ANALYST Henning Software 330-***-****

SUPERVISORS

Kevin Johnson PRESIDENT Mid-West Screw Products 734-***-****

Gabe Lawson TEAM LEADER Sandler and Travis Trade Advisory Services 248-***-****

Peggy Johnson PRESIDENT K&P Products Inc. 734-***-****

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