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Seattle, Wa

Greater Seattle Area

Senior finance and administrative executive responsible for finance, accounting and administrative support services.-Managed financial resources to plan and support five-year period of significant revenue and staff growth.-Retained and managed finance and administrative team supporting accounting, contract, HR and general administrative functions.-Provided monthly reporting and analysis to management and senior management.-Developed and maintained annual budget process.-Coordinated modifications to ERP system improving effectiveness and efficiency of project management and staffing, payroll, overhead and labor costs, month end closing and reporting.-Coordinated insurance and legal services to manage risk across all design services. -Managed independent annual review of financial results and benefit plans-Negotiated lease and managed TI's for multiple expansions of corporate offices.

Seattle, Washington

Independent financial consultant providing financial and accounting serviced to private companies.-Served as Interim Vice President-Finance for a promotional product marketing firm to manage all finance operations, restructuring of medical benefit plan, and office building finance and purchase.-Served as Interim Controller for a regional, real estate development and property management firm to stabilize and manage all finance and accounting functions including monthly close, banking change, and reporting modifications.-Developed planning model for a financial services company based on levels and forms of investment for senior management team to evaluate strategic and financial outcomes.

Seattle, Wa

Independent consultant providing fiscal and economic planning services to public and private sectors -Developed a fiscal impact report for city planners for a proposed $1.5 billion, mixed-use, master plan development. -Assessed land use regulations and development alternatives for waterfront property for city planners.-Evaluated fiscal impact on annexation of changes in state sales tax regulations for city government.-Prepared and presented proposals for services to government entities and private clients.

Seattle, Wa

Privately-held, regional communications consulting firm providing planning, marketing, and communications services to government agencies and private companies.-Served as senior financial executive responsible for all areas of financial reporting, accounting and planning, banking, payroll and benefits, and risk management-Led implementation of new ERP system, proactive contract management process, and operating metrics to improve staff efficiency and position firm for improved profitability.-Modified approach to set consulting rates and negotiate contracts with federal, state, local government and private sector clients to address regulatory changes, match segmented market, and absorb overhead costs.

Bothell, Wa

Privately-held, $8,000,000 provider of regional and residential telecommunications services.-Retained as first senior financial officer to complete asset acquisition and merger of three telecom services companies. -Developed business planning, banking, accounting, personnel and benefits, IT, reporting, and regulatory compliance systems to stabilize operations.-Identified and developed set of key strategic objectives, performance measures, and standardized reports to guide decision making, coordinate operations, and investment of additional equity.-Renegotiated credit terms on $2,000,000 of trade payables and arranged for $2,000,000 credit facility to maintain continuity of service and operations and provide resources for investment in network equipment.

Seattle, Wa

Privately-held owner and developer of renewable energy generation facilities.-Selected as first senior financial executive to review and develop all areas of business planning, finance, banking, reporting, and accounting providing financial systems for the expansion of this reorganized energy developer.-Refined existing accounting system and financial reporting to support existing operations, complete independent audit, secure new investment, and position the organization for growth.-Completed review of internal controls and modified existing accounting and reporting systems to increase efficiency and control of existing operations and provide financial reports for completion of initial independent audit.-Managed planning and analysis of $4,000,000 private investment to develop technology and feasibility of $60,000,000 wind energy project.-Negotiated agreements with contractors, equipment suppliers, regulatory agencies, and utilities demonstrating project viability to multiple investor groups in shifting federal and state policy environment.-Managed financial operations of existing wind energy facility including review of annual royalty receipts, compliance with regulatory standards, and service requirements of the power generation equipment.

Bellevue, Wa

Privately-held, $4,000,000, multi-division, international engineering consulting firm providing research and development assistance to the gas and electric utility industry.-Hired as senior financial executive to improve and manage all areas of business planning, finance, banking, reporting, and accounting for the expansion of this energy consulting firm.-Expanded capability and efficiency of accounting and reporting systems, including conversion to a new ERP system to support financial stability, profitable operations, and expansion.-Coordinated planning and initiation of operations for three domestic and one international division producing a 50% increase in revenue.-Created and maintained process for tracing government investment and expenses in the experimental development of technology for waste disposal.-Guided organization and coordinated financial information for due diligence review leading to sale of company.

Kirkland, Wa

Pubicly-traded, $14,000,000, industry leading developer and marketer of software solutions for the retail mortgage industry.-Responsible to stabilize and manage all areas of financial operations including accounting, reporting, order fulfillment, and software license administration following corporate reorganization and 25% reduction in staff.-Restructured accounting organization to improve efficiency, maintain comprehensive level of financial operations, and support implementation of new customer service system.-Established annual corporate budget development process to improve operating performance and provide basis for revised employee incentive program.-Led redesign of annual report to shareholders and SEC reporting materials to enhance investor communications portfolio, align with product rebranding efforts, and comply with regulatory reporting changes.

Woodinville, Wa

Privately-held manufacturer and marketer of commercial kitchen equipment.-Hired as first senior financial executive to stabilize finance/accounting function.-Developed annual budget to control expenses. -Introduced strategic model that enhanced market position and supported new investment.-Established bank relationship and credit line to improve cash management-Managed independant annual review of financial results and benefit plans

Seattle, Wa

Privately held, international manufacturer and marketer of bedding products.-Responsible for all accounting and personnel policies of two divisions, five facilities and one subsidiary.-Developed process improvements with positive impact on the quality and timeliness of reporting key financial information during period of 100% company growth. -Improved inventory tracking and costing reducing inventory carrying and manufacturing costs. -Improved reporting Increased borrowing capacity.-Proposed and converted inhouse payroll processing to external service. -Modified employee benefits to include a self funded medical insurance plan and 401k plan reducing costs and improving employee retention.-Managed independant annual audit of financial results and benefit plans

Seattle, Wa

-Managed cash and short-term investments, accounts receivable, and all financial and grant reporting including the design and implementation of a general ledger system to integrate multi-grant, multi-fund financial information process to improve staff efficiency, reduce financial reporting costs, and provide financial information for facilities expansion.

Kent, Wa

Coordinated all areas of internal and external (SEC) reporting, developed and analyzed operating budget, and maintained general ledger.

Seattle, Wa

-Certified Public Accountant and auditor providing attest services for clients in the manufacturing, distribution, banking, utility, restaurant, and non-profit industries.

Ma, Policy Studies

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Economics/History