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Bonner Springs, Kansas, Us

Lenexa, Kansas, Us

• Worked with the CEO and COO to establish the vision and goals for the company• Actively involved with revising accounting practices to produce financial statements that are issued in accordance with GAAP • Oversaw the automation and streamline of accounting processes to reduce the monthly close time by 7 days • Responsible for the completion and sign off for the external audit and tax documents• Led the implementation of a new budgeting process and software that drove down operating costs by over $1m • Developed new financial and operational controls and reports to provide more timely, accurate, and actionable data to manage the business• Cultivated a new banking relationship that led to the refinance of the Senior Lender, consolidation of debt, and increased annual cashflow by over $1m• Reorganized and managed the Accounting and Finance team that consisted of 3 direct reports and 4 indirect reports• Managed the process to participate in various opportunities available through the CARES Act • Responsible for risk mitigation including oversight of company insurance policies and the management of outsourced IT services and legal counsel

Leawood, Ks, Us

• Support the owners and CEO in strategic planning, organizational design, risk management, and evaluating new business opportunities • Financial preparation, analysis, and presentation to the Executive Team and Board of Directors including oversight of the company wide multi-million dollar budget• Devised and implemented budgeting and forecasting processes that allowed for longer term strategic planning• Responsible for all accounting and financial reporting for 15+ companies, operating in multiple countries and across an array of industries including internet marketing, property management, and sleep supplements• Managed cashflow and established new lines of credit resulting in additional capital for company growth • Facilitated equity transactions including the admission and exit of partners, and the issuance of distributions • Key member of the team that developed and streamlined daily reporting that resulted in the ability to make faster and better business decisions• Created, operated, and transitioned to the operations team a new product line that added significant gross revenues and profits • Coordinated the application and approval of tax credits• Successful location and lease negotiation for new office space• Interim HR resource responsible for addressing employee concerns and overhauling employee benefit plans to increase benefits while keeping costs flat

Leawood, Ks, Us

• Operated a multi-million dollar email division, including involvement in client management, financial analysis, system innovation and development, and team development • Led a team of six in the email division while also being responsible for the Accounting/Finance department that consisted of two individuals• Organized and secured the necessary licenses, personnel, and office space to conduct business in the UK• Maintained consistent bottom line performance throughout a time of increased competition and regulation

Leawood, Ks, Us

• Accounting functions brought in-house resulting in significant cost savings from accounting firm• Oversaw payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, income tax preparation, and the timely closing and accurate reporting of the financial statements• Created and implemented financial controls and accounting processes to safe guard company assets• Maintained relationships with banks, accounting firms, and investors

Kansas City, Missouri, Us

• Built and operated three franchised locations from the ground up, acquired two franchised locations, and merged with the Franchisor which resulted in oversight of over 20 company owned stores, 15+ franchised stores, and 300+ employees• Led Accounting and Finance department including obtaining various credit facilities, preparing financial reporting, filing sales tax returns, and establishing compensation and benefit packages • Implemented new point of sales and reporting system which allowed for real time reporting and streamlined accounting processes• Assisted in Franchisor operations including the preparation of the Franchise Offering Circular, selling of franchises, contract review, design approval, opening of locations, compliance, bookkeeping, and ongoing Franchisee support• Involved in all operational aspects of the business including personnel, marketing, advertising, purchasing, systems, compliance, and customer service • Negotiated real estate leases and vendor contracts, including a multi-million dollar agreement with a national food distributor• Responsible for application, presentation, and being awarded a contract with the University of Nebraska to be the exclusive sandwich shop of the Nebraska Student Union• Partnership with and speaker for Youth Entrepreneurs of Kansas

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• Perform audits on small, mid, and Fortune 500 size companies• Coordinate audit engagement duties and staff• Prepare audit reports and company recommendations• Review company annual reports• Company co-chair for Junior Achievement