Data Entry Specialist with Finance Leadership Experience

Sharon A. (Bauman) Claus

Royal Oak, MI *****

248-***-**** (Cell-Text)

************@*****.***

Finance leader with extensive experience in oversight, strategic financial management, and operational efficiency. Expertise includes budgeting, financial forecasting, and regulatory compliance. Proven leadership in team development and cross-departmental collaboration, complemented by strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Committed to driving organizational growth through innovative financial solutions and effective resource management. Seeking part-time remote opportunities to leverage my skills as a planner and problem solver, with a strong proficiency in accounting, ADP systems and payroll.

Employment History

CFO/Controller/Office Manager/Consulting/Remote

September, 2023 – June, 2024

Lithia Motors Support Services Inc, Troy MI

Accountant II

Improved financial reporting accuracy by enhancing internal control among several locations to include Ann Arbor and Troy Michigan. Supported the dealership by improving comprehensive accounting audits, ensuring financial integrity and internal audits. Collaborated with dealership managers, and identify areas for improvement, cutting reduced time spent by 30%.

January 2020– March 20, 2021

Consultant, Automotive Dealer Franchises

Provided consulting services hybrid to several automobile dealership franchises, focusing on system implementation, process optimization, and financial cleanup. Tailored solutions that enhanced efficiency and productivity. Established and streamlined accounting procedures that improved reporting speed and accuracy. Facilitated training staff on new system, increasing user adoption by 40%. Successfully identified and resolved financial discrepancies to improve internal controls.

April 15, 2015 – April, 2019

All Pro Nissan of Dearborn

All Pro Nissan of Macomb

Controller, Human Resource Manager, Benefits, Consulting

Led team as Financial Advisor and Human Resource Manager, overseeing budgeting, reporting and employee relations. Developed strategies to develop team support and business outcomes. Reduced financial discrepancies by instituting rigorous auditing practices. Managed Payroll and Benefits to comply with organizational policies and labor laws. Streamlined payroll processes reducing errors by 25%.

January 2000 – October, 2014

Controller, Norwalk Hyundai, Norwalk Motorsports, Milan Hyundai, Norwalk Ohio

Controller, Elyria Hyunda, Elyria, Ohio

Oversaw financial obligations of dealerships and affiliates under one ownership. Managed budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support business objectives. Improved financial timelines, enhancing decision making capabilities. Supervised accounting staff to achieve clean audit reports. Implemented cost control measures to ensure profitability.

Skills:

Financial Strategy, Expert Budgeting, Expert Forecasting, Expert

Team Leadership, Expert Process Improvement, Expert Analytical Skills, Expert

Payroll Processing, Expert ADP Programming, Expert Efficiency, Expert

Accomplishments:

Accounting excellence for timeliness and accuracy of financial statement

Implemented accounting system by programming computer systems

Maintained accurate records and kept payables and receivables current

Excellent Cash Management with strict cash flow

Developed and initiated departmental reporting and expense controls in order to improve operations.

Implemented and controlled accounting functions, operations of various dealership locations on a daily and weekly basis.

Supervised and trained staff of up to 40 personnel

Achievements:

Served on the National Advisory Board for Chevrolet Motor Division

Top Three in Region (Business Management Recognition Program.)

Notary Public for State of Ohio for 37 years Michigan Notary 5 years

Sales License for State of Ohio for over 25 years

Accounting Excellence Awards from Automotive Divisions

Hyundai Business Management Certified

Letters of Commendation and Recommendation from Manufacturers and Dealer Principals

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