Charged with full financial stewardship of all accounting functions for two distinct entities. Managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, oversee shipping functions, cash management, human resources activities, and general ledger activity for a small but thriving seed business.

Provided direction to financial stewardship initiatives across 4 separate locations in the US and Canada including accounting, financial reporting, cash management, and general ledger activity. Led inventory management, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions. Managed budgeting and forecasting initiatives. Oversaw SEC compliance and reporting. Performed and led HR functions. Performed staff supervision and talent acquisition responsibilities. Developed and coached the team as well as led performance management initiatives. Key Achievements:* Directed the annual SEC audit and quarterly reviews with external audit team. * Maintained responsibility for the selection and implementation of all US GAAP. * Established the internal control structure in accordance with SOX 404.* Oversaw acquisitions and integrations of 5 individual product lines over 4 years.* Managed the IT division including replacement of entire new internal network and systems. * Spearheaded the development of the entire budgeting and forecasting process, which included advanced reporting tools for the Board of Directors.

Charged with accountability for portions of the SEC reporting including 10-Q and 10-K. Managed accounts receivable, credit, and collections. Oversaw billing and invoicing for various departments.Key Achievements:* Executed budgeting and forecasting including detailed annual fiscal forecasts for all divisions and 5-year projections.* Played a key role in testing and subsequent valuation of various assets for impairment through discounted cash flow models.

Performed SEC and NASDAQ reporting duties including 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K. Analyzed quarterly reviews and annual audits. Supervised accounts payable, accounts receivable, human resources, and cost accounting.Key Achievements:* Charged with accountability for documentation, implementation, and testing of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. * Facilitated and led software conversions for 3 entities.

Supervised and mentored the team in performing at optimal levels. Prepared financial statements for several types of businesses. Key Achievements:* Developed accurate and reliable financial reports that aided in business decision-making.* Prepared tax returns including individual, corporate, partnership, trust income tax returns, and sales & use tax returns.