Regional Controller

Carlene Renee Wideman

Little Elm, TX *****

SUMMARY

• Eleven years of experience in accounting and financial management utilizing several types of financial software which include; JDEdwards, SAP, Lawson, Navision and MAS90.

• Solid planning and implementation skills while able to multi-task on a variety of projects to meet deadlines.

• Strong Cost Accounting experience gained from a Manufacturing environment.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2006-Present Bodycote Thermal Processing

REGIONAL CONTROLLER

• Responsible for the Accounting functions of twelve facilities part of the Bodycote Thermal Processing group located in North America. Responsibilities included: month-end processing, preparing annual business plan and operating budget of 60 million with sales of 66 million, inventory cost accounting, cost analysis, internal audit, review of ledger account reconciliations and bank reconciliations, and management reporting.

• Developed a forecast tool for the facilities to accurately provide an estimate of their financials for the month and aided the facilities in understanding their ability to monitor and control cost.

• Provided financial analysis of major capital projects for the twelve facilities to determine payback and return on capital employed.

• Integrated a previously privately owned facility into the financials of Bodycote upon acquisition and integrated Bodycote policies into the newly acquired facility.

• Transitioned the Canada payroll to ADP and managed the Payroll for the Canada facilities.

• Worked with the plants to provide scenario models based on sales and people cost to determine the required reduction in staff to meet their financial goals.

• Responsible for the Accounts Receivable of the facilities through management of two salaried Regional Account Receivable Managers.

2004-2006 Gerdau Ameristeel (Previously Cargill Steel & Wire)

WIRE GROUP CONTROLLER

• Responsible for the Accounting functions of the four Wire Group facilities which includes: month-end processing, preparing annual business plan and operating budget of 118 million, inventory cost accounting, cost analysis, internal audit, general ledger account reconciliations, and management reporting.

• Forecast the Wire group income and work with operations to control variances.

• Provide in-house financial guidance to divisional staff and management.

• Monitor Capital Spending for the Wire Group and work with Operations to provide detailed payback analysis.

• Prepare Models to analyze potential scenarios in Wire Group for sale of locations or further location purchases.

• Managed salaried Accountants and clerical staff.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT Cargill Steel & Wire- Dallas (2004)

• Developed processes and procedures as requested by wire management for the plant locations and regional office.

• Assist the financial manager in wire on projects as needed.

• Provided analysis and reports for sale of Wire Group to Gerdau Ameristeel.

• Gathered information as requested for the KPMG auditors for the wire facilities.

2003-2004 Financial Analyst Celanese-Farmers Branch

• Participate in month-end close enabling sites to close 1/2 day faster, analyze month-end information, and provide reports.

• Developed and expanded knowledge of SAP. Assisted in the conversion in the SAP versions.

• Work with third parties to resolve disputes to receive payments. Assisted in the contract negotiations between PVOH and Air Products.

• Supervised physical inventory at 3 warehouse facilities. Redesign of physical inventory methods and coordinated write-offs.

1998-2003 Cargill Steel & Wire

Accounting Supervisor (Carrollton Location 2000-2003)

• Supervise daily accounting functions to ensure internal controls are maintained in the following areas: invoicing, production, receiving, and accounts payable. Resolved issues as needed and trained staff to avoid any future issues.

• Coordinate month-end close for location, prepare journal entries, ensure data is properly updated, and analyze financials for accuracy. Reported and led the monthly balanced scorecard meeting to communicate scores and discuss opportunities to improve the score.

• Develop yearly budget of nine million dollars for location and forecast monthly spending for manufacturing facility within an average accuracy of five percent. Analyze costs during the month to ensure costs are consistent with forecast.

• Worked with sales in understanding margins on products for new sales.

• Train employees for Accounting Supervisor positions for Cargill’s Wire division.

• Ensure inventory controls are in place and proper protocols are followed. Communicate with management regarding aging inventory and coordinate with sales and production regarding disposition of aging inventory. Schedule and coordinate quarterly physical inventories of plant location and consignment inventories at customer facilities. Implemented a scan procedure for physical inventory at manufacturing facility, which resulted in $40,000 reduction in hourly cost and increased production of 1200 tons.

• Handle HR functions at the facility for the hourly employees. Researched HR laws to ensure procedures and HR files were properly maintained for an OFCCP audit.

• Lead Auditor for ISO 9001. Work with management staff to ensure quality procedures are in compliance with ISO 9001 standards and lead the audits to ensure quality procedures are followed at facility.

Plant Accountant (East Chicago Location 1999-2000)

• Supervise non-exempt staff to ensure internal controls are maintained.

• Continued the duties acquired as Trainee.

Accounting Trainee (East Chicago 1998-1999)

• Resource for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger issues.

• Train and develop non-exempt staff in various areas. Change procedures as needed to maintain proper costing of inventory.

• Participate in month-end close functions, review the P& L for accuracy, provide reports for management, and enter journal entries.

EDUCATION

B.S., Accounting and Physical Science, 1997 - Kansas State University

M.B.A.-Operation & Supply Chain Management-2008- University of North Texas.

CPA –Eligible.

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