Dawn Gamble Email & Phone Number

Salunga, Pa, Us

As Founder of Dawn Gamble, CPA, CGMA Outsourced CFO Services, I specialize in aiding Professional Services, Manufacturing, Construction, Property Development / Management, Real Estate and Not-for-Profit clients to perform strategic key accounting functions, engaged on an interim, short-term or fractional basis. I develop then implement best-in-class accounting processes for clients, managing accounting, cleansing records, improving process to meet compliance including assessments for 401k and benefit plans / multi-state operations. I provide deep and transparent business triage to repair errors and improve period end closing and reporting while developing staff to deliver world-class accounting. I have significant experience implementing software and digital transformations and also provide due diligence and onboarding for M&A activities. I specialize in providing effective banking controls, leading banking activities and assisting clients with strategic planning, budgeting and forecasting. Key achievements include:◼ Completed multiple compliance checks for 401k / benefit plans and multi-state operations.◼ Aided client as Interim Controller, following Controller's recent exit with no notice.◼ Verified Global Shop software implementation costing to determine business break-even point, develop then test processes and present model for future calculations. ◼ Operated as part-time CFO for 5 Business Units to drive efficiencies beyond current levels for manufacturer and installer operating in multiple states.◼ Supported client following Treasurer's exit during pandemic with financial recovery.◼ Uncovered backlogs for multiple clients, repaired processes and repositioned filing to ensure clients' accounting practices remained compliant.

Lititz, Pa, Us

As Financial Manager I led accounting, finance and HR functions across 4 locations and 4 States. I was responsible for reviewing historic accounting, performance and data to uncover and implement improvements in accounting, reporting and compliance. I performed digital and technology reviews, presenting improvement cases to Executives for implementation. Key achievements include: ◼ Re-vamped / implemented improved software configuration and chart of accounts.◼ Cleansed 2 years of accounting records to repair errors and implement best-in-class reporting.◼️ Implemented world-class internal controls and software to save $40k+ productivity in 1st year.

Lancaster, Pennnsylvania, Us

As Chief Financial Officer I led accounting, finance, legal and HR, managing 13 staff and created new accounting department and function from scratch, focusing on staff development, capability and world-class financial controls and reporting. I was responsible for cleansing 3-years of accounting, assessing for errors and improvements, repairing errors, presenting business cases for improvement approval. Key achievements include:◼️ Implemented best-in-class accounting cycle, processes, procedures and internal controls.◼️ Utilized resourcefulness to print and mail over 40,000 W-2s in 9 days with only 12 staff.

Harrisburg, Pa, Us

As Controller, managed all accounting operations, focusing on improving controls, processes and managing risk. Managed Accounting team, IT staff and front desk Administrative Assistant, defining vision, strategy and business plan for accounting department. Accountable for directing initiatives to ensure accurate and timely financial information available to all stakeholders. Key achievements include: ◼ Identified, developed and implemented systems to improve the business flow.◼ Collaborated across business to develop implementation approach for annual business and long-term strategic plans.

Lancaster, Pa, Us

As Assistant Controller, I was responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial records and systems of internal accounting control while developing then analyzing monthly and quarterly financial statements / key management reports for KPIs. Responsible for communicating effectively across all companies and offices in collaboration with the CFO to provide oversight for daily operations and accounting / project administration. ◼ Developed and implemented multiple new policies, procedures and processes to improve effectiveness, efficiency and accuracy in operational functions.◼ Provided financial information and technical support that allowed Project Managers to manage projects and budgets more effectively and accurately.◼ Aided CFO to lead the company through enterprise software conversion, development, documentation, training and implementation of all new processes and procedures.

As Senior Staff Accountant, I was responsible for completing internal quality reviews of engagements in accordance with firm policies and procedures pursuant to Statements on Quality Control Standard (SQCS) No 7. I was accountable for ensuring all corporate and non-profit clients remain compliant with Federal and multi-state tax and information return filings, including filing all extensions / multi-state business registrations. Key achievements include: ◼ Performed audits of non-profit and government entities and employee benefit plans◼ Analyzed client internal controls, practices, and processes to recommend improvements or find resolutions to key issues.◼ Prepared / filed financial statements in accordance with GAAP and OCBOA, and all related tax returns.

Lancaster, Pa, Us

As Senior Staff Accountant, I was responsible for completing audits of non-profit entities and employee benefit plans. I was accountable for supervising, directing and training staff on my audit engagements and for tax preparation work. Key achievements include:◼ Analyzed client internal controls, practices, and processes to recommend improvements or find resolutions to key issues.◼ Provided superior expertise of employee benefit plans to clients that allowed them to correct issues with their plans and have more effective and cost-efficient audits of their plans.

As an Independent Consultant, I specialized in providing organizations with advisory services on a project basis to deliver best in class solutions to their particular issues. Key achievements include:◼ Provided clients with recommendations, implementation, and training on best-in-class accounting software and systems solutions.◼ Provided clients with training and coaching in lead generation, follow-up and closing sales.◼ Advised owners and managers on best practices for managing their businesses.

Lancaster, Pa, Us

Chicago, Il, Us

Bachelor Of Science, Business Administration - Accounting

Associate'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General