Jean Brady Email & Phone Number

Omaha, Nebraska

CFO Systems provides part-time, interim or timeshare CFOs, Controllers, and executive-level human resource professionals to companies across the United States. We specialize in offering proven financial and human resources leadership to our clients. Our team has extensive experience and is able to implement solutions targeted specifically for each client’s needs.

Greater Omaha Area

» Fiscal & Accounting Management » Non-Profit Administration » End-to-End Grant Management» Risk Mitigation & Compliance » Data Analysis » Workflow OptimizationI led the start-up and oversight of the daily financial management for the Watt Foundation, a non-profit offering much-needed grants to organizations and institutions serving differently-abled children.Reporting directly to the company owner, I direct accounting operations and processes, including accrual/cost accounting, AP/AR, payroll, and bank/account reconciliations. I define and update criteria and practices for evaluating, approving, distributing, and evaluating grants. In addition, I develop and present reports and insights to the board of directors.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:♦ Secured non-profit 501(c)(3) status for start-up foundation.♦ Oversaw disbursement of grants which opened new clinics, enhanced educational opportunities, and increased resources/services for children with disabilities and their families. ♦ Led the organization to receive the Omaha Public Schools A+ Advocate Award for contributions toward the district’s Special Education programs.♦ Expertly balanced technical aspects of finance and accounting management with people-centric tasks, such as building strong relationships with donors and grantees.♦ Created grant evaluation process analyzing leverage, cash flows, liquidity, trends, and performance in key areas: significant measurable impact in children’s lives, strategic and thoughtful planning, skillful use of resources, self-support, diverse funding sources, and long-range project sustainability.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Omaha, Ne

» Implemented New Technology » Increased Efficiency » Built Financial Administration & Reports» Orchestrated Improvements » Delivered Service Excellence » Eliminated Business Obstacles I provided financial management consulting services to help improve and turn-around financial operations for two separate non-profit organizations. For OAYO, I managed all financial and accounting functions. For both organizations, I directed time-sensitive, deadline-driven projects. I interfaced seamlessly with executives, directors, and other stakeholders. I coordinated grant processes, and generated reports for executives and board members.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:♦ Increased efficiency and enhanced tracking, reporting, and donor relations for Vesper Concerts by setting up G/L accounting and duplicating QuickBooks for a separate entity.♦ Revamped and restructured accounting processes (federal, state, sales, and use taxes, AP/AR, payroll, and reporting) to boost accountability and compliance for OAYO. ♦ Developed customized fund accounting system for OAYO that enabled profit tracking by orchestra. Created an accounting manual with clearly defined procedures. ♦ Collaborated with executives to train accounting teams.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

15Th & Douglas

» Delivered System Testing, Implementation & Training » Resolved Complex Issues » Elevated Positive Client Relations » Led High Performing TeamsI was promoted through progressively challenging roles to facilitate vendor-driven credit card authorization and sales files, implement new processes/regulations, and resolve transactional issues. I requested programming changes for recurring errors and challenges. I analyzed technical documentation, implemented and tested technology systems. I specialized in performing extensive operational research. Additionally, I inspired, coached, and managed teams for superior performance and morale.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:♦ Directed major company initiatives as Visa’s primary technical representative. Steered system development, testing, and implementation for ever-evolving Visa processes and regulations. ♦ Recognized for 100% project success in ongoing Visa regulatory projects by establishing open lines of communication with the vendor as well as internal technical and non-technical teams.♦ Streamlined client management processes by compiling data and generating reports that allowed client relations team to proactively identify issues and manage merchants on site.♦ Skillfully managed technical details and documentation, while maintaining a big-picture perspective to achieve departmental and corporate goals.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Bachelor Of Arts, Economics & Business, Spanish

B.A. in Economics and Business; minor in Spanish.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba Coursework In Finance, Business Law, And Marketing