Dealing with DATA in any form delights me: reporting, analysis, migration and cleansing, accounting, collection. (Please note, I also quite like people.)I love setting up systems which will enable users to DO THEIR JOBS EFFICIENTLY, and management to MAKE WISE DECISIONS. And I always strive for software to work to or beyond its intended functionality.I think my most valuable qualities are:* an analytical mind and bloodhound nose for solutions to problems* meticulous about details (early anal tendencies now an advantage), balanced with that big picture vision* easily liaise with finance, mgmt, IT and users due to a Heinz57 skillset and background* sense of humor* an impeccable work ethic, and pleasure in serving I have years of practical experience, including teaching accounting at a trade school, some programming experience, and a finely-honed ability to self-educate. This usually makes up for the dearth of formal credentials. And is actually an invaluable foundation in projects from ERP implementation setup and metadata to redesigning coding and COA systems to process improvement and configuring costing customizations.Technically, I'm adept at mastering the skills needed for working with databases and ETL (extract/transform/load) and thrive when creating forms, complex reports and custom tools. Usually have a quick learning curve on new software.My body of transferable knowledge comes from HAPPY CLIENTS AND EMPLOYERS in the following sectors: high tech, process manufacturing, discrete manufacturing, construction and development, resource (forestry, oil and gas), agriculture, publishing, small business, retail, health food, transportation, government, chamber of commerce, education, hospitality and non-profit. I enjoy my work, and am never happier than when seeing an effort make a difference to a client or employer.