Certified Public Accountant
Resume:
Gary J. Campbell, CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
**** *** *****, ******* *****, CA 92660
***********@***.***
Licenses & Education
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), State of Illinois Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Ontario Canada Bachelor of Arts in Finance & Business, University of Western Ontario, Canada Technical Proficiencies
Accounting Software: NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage, Floqast, Phocas, Keeper
Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams Key Skills
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Budgeting & Forecasting
Internal Controls & Compliance
Team Leadership & Development
Strategic Financial Planning
Professional Experience
MPM Advisors, Newport Beach, California
Fractional CFO June 2024 – Present
Provide strategic financial leadership to medium-sized clients, delivering a comprehensive suite of accounting and audit services across diverse industries. Aura Systems Inc., Lake Forest, California
CFO July 2023 – June 2024
Reported directly to the CEO, overseeing the entire accounting function to ensure compliance with GAAP standards.
Established and enforced accounting policies and procedures, guiding key financial decisions.
Directed the Human Resources department, including hiring, policy development, and payroll processing.
Developed and managed the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Collaborated with external auditors for quarterly and annual audits and prepared all SEC filings (10-Qs, 10-Ks).
Conducted GL account analysis to enhance financial accuracy and insight.
Acted as a liaison between the Audit Committee and auditors, facilitating effective communication with Board members.
Charlie’s Holdings, Inc., Costa Mesa, California
Controller June 2019 – July 2023
Managed day-to-day accounting operations for a $30M publicly traded e-liquid and consumer products company, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards.
Developed and enforced accounting policies and procedures to guide financial decisions effectively.
Prepared detailed reports by analyzing and summarizing financial trends and data.
Ensured comprehensive training for staff on systems, policies, and procedures.
Oversaw cash forecasting and budgeting processes.
Managed the month-end close process and coordinated with external auditors for SEC filings.
Implemented new processes and internal controls in alignment with SOX 404A guidelines.
Conducted stock option calculations, including RSAs, and developed revenue recognition policies.
GJC Consulting
Owner/Operator November 2013 – July 2023
Provided part-time Controller/CFO services and a full suite of accounting services to small
& medium-sized clients across various industries.
Oversaw internal accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial statement preparation, forecasting, budgeting, and general ledger analysis.
Managed month-end and year-end close processes, profitability analysis, corporate taxes, payroll, and the development of accounting policies. HRBenefix, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
CFO April 2011 – September 2013
Reported directly to the CEO and COO, responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and enhancing all financial aspects of the company as it grew from a startup to a $15 million annual revenue organization.
Implemented new accounting and payroll software, creating comprehensive accounting policies and procedures to ensure efficient and accurate reporting.
Prepared and monitored cash flow to maximize limited startup capital during the company’s initial growth phase.
Assisted executive leadership with financial analysis to evaluate the feasibility and profitability of potential expansions to Pennsylvania and Denver. Hawai’i Preparatory Academy, Kamuela, Hawaii
CFO January 2008 – June 2010
Controller June 2006 – December 2007
Reported to the Headmaster and ensured the financial stability of the school through comprehensive budgeting and cash flow management.
Collaboratively prepared the annual budget and maintained detailed projections to inform management and the Board of Directors of budget deviations and future cash flows.
Served as a member of the Finance, Investment, Strategic Planning, Audit, and Building & Grounds committees of the Board.
Supervised business office staff and food service operations while managing insurance and risk management issues.
Reconciled bank and investment accounts monthly and oversaw the annual audit, preparing required schedules and year-end adjustments.
Prepared interim financial reports for the bank and Board of Directors and coordinated management of the school’s $35 million endowment fund.
Administered employee benefit programs, reviewed payroll processing, and ensured compliance with employment laws in human resource policies.
Researched, evaluated, selected, and implemented a new accounting system and budgeting program that improved reporting accuracy and efficiency.
Selected a third-party tuition collection agency that enhanced collection efforts and saved over $50,000 in annual credit card fees.
Analyzed the school meal plan and renegotiated the contract, resulting in annual savings of over $50,000.
Acted as the owner's representative for construction projects valued at $8.5 million and
$3.3 million, ensuring accurate billing, donor collection, and timely reporting. American Safety Insurance Holdings, Ltd., Hamilton, Bermuda Vice President of Finance 1997 - 2005
Managed daily accounting and corporate responsibilities for a captive insurance company with $500 million in assets and $200 million in annual revenue.
Prepared and reviewed financial information in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including the consolidation of multiple subsidiaries at the parent level.
Assisted in preparing financial statements and note disclosures to ensure compliance with SEC filings.
Prepared and presented financial reports to the Board of Directors at annual general meetings.
Coordinated with audit staff, legal counsel, and government regulators to ensure compliance and effective communication.
Reported directly to the Chief Financial Officer and supervised a team of support staff. Withey Addison Chartered Accountants, Toronto, Canada Senior Auditor 1991 - 1997
Supervised audit team, performed financial statement reviews, tax returns, designed & implemented accounting systems, analyzed client processes and created/refined accounting procedures.
Ernst & Young, Toronto, Canada
Auditor 1989 - 1990
Performed audits of organizations of various sizes.
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