Licensed CPA & CVA, providing accounting, tax and consulting services during roles in public accounting and as a controller in the private industry since 1999. Have worked mainly with closely held businesses to provide expertise on issues such as tax compliance, tax planning, job costing, and business expansion and succession planning.While in the private sector have designed, planned and implemented many corporate programs to help increase profits and maximize shareholder value. Created new retirement and profit sharing plans, implemented new accounting software, developed product costing strategies, dealt with international trading issues, and developed internal controls and procedures.Specialties: Closely held business - working with the busines and the owners.