Accounting Manager Candidate with 3+ Years Experience

Shawn Curran

******.*****@*****.*** 313-***-**** DEARBORN, 48124, US

SUMMARY

Ambitious accountant with over 3 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis. Proven ability to prepare detailed financial reports that aid management in strategic decision-making, leading to cost optimizations. Adept at analyzing key performance indicators and providing actionable insights. Committed to delivering exceptional financial oversight and driving the financial health of organizations. Experienced in the use of ERP systems to enhance operational efficiency and improve vendor relationships. WORK EXPERIENCE

ACCOUNTANT Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc.

04/2024 – Present, Dearborn, US

Compiles standard accounting reports by meticulously gathering, recording, and accumulating financial data

Transforms financial data into spreadsheets, schedules, and graphs to facilitate meaningful analysis Evaluated financial information and reports, providing accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision-making purposes

Delivers in-depth financial analysis of actual spending to management and the operations team, uncovering cost variances and identifying opportunities for cost optimization to drive better decision-making Updates and monitored key performance indicators and financial metrics, highlighting trends and analyzing variances to effectively communicate the financial health of steel mill operations Ensures compliance and maintained internal control standards related to manufacturing accounting activities

Produces ad hoc reports and analyses in addition to executing other duties as assigned ACCOUNTANT ALTA Equipment Company

10/2021 – 12/2023, Livonia, US

Utilized ERP SAP to oversee accounts payable and receivable accounts, enhancing financial operations and strengthening vendor relationships

Executed cash applications, significantly reducing unapplied cash and ensuring timely financial processing Reviewed banking and customer accounts for discrepancies and reconciled them, maintaining precise financial records

Processed vendor invoices and customer remittances promptly, fostering improved vendor interactions Prepared adjusting journal entries, supporting audit readiness and compliance INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

10/2018 – 10/2021, Dearborn, US

Academy Home Contracting Services

Analyzed customer needs to deliver tailored service solutions, contributing to significant improvements in project outcomes

Provided competitive quotes for services to increase sales and attract potential customers Organized and executed high-quality services efficiently to guarantee timely project completion and customer satisfaction

ASSOCIATE MATERIALS SCIENTIST

09/2005 – 10/2018, Taylor, US

Masco Corporation

Directed accelerated weathering testing lab, managing new materials testing and day-to-day activities Managed projects and coordinated testing across various R&D labs, analyzing and interpreting test results Wrote technical reports to communicate test results to business units, enhancing understanding to support decision-making

Conducted comprehensive materials analyses, resulting in improved product formulations and enhanced compliance with industry standards

Revised and standardized test methods for new materials and products, improving test repeatability and accuracy

Reduced testing costs 30% by re-sourcing consumable suppliers and equipment calibration servicers Implemented a streamlined test results delivery system allowing immediate access to test updates for out of state business units

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - ACCOUNTING

09/2014 – 05/2020, Dearborn, US

University of Michigan-Dearborn

SKILLS

Accounts Receivable/Payable, Account Reconciliation, Variance Analysis, MS Office, ERP SAP, Financial Analysis, Cash Management, Journal Entries, Project Management, Power BI, VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Problem Solving, Communication, Collaboration, Leadership

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