Direct and coordinate financial planning and budget managementRecommend benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performanceMonitor and analyze monthly operating results against budgetOversee daily operations of the finance and accounting departmentManage the preparation of all financial reportsManage the preparation of financial outlooks and financial forecastsEnsure compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirementsWork with department managers to develop business plansAssist in establishing short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating proceduresDesign, establish, and maintain an organizational structure to effectively accomplish the departments goals and objectivesServe on planning and policy-making committeesCoordinate financial audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements

Act as the Chief Financial Officer for the school.Prepare financial budgets and forecasts.Forecast revenue, expenses, capital on a monthly basis.Analyze actual variances and provide explanations.Monitor and control accounts receivable to assure profitability.Maintain system of cash planning and management, including disbursement of Title IV funds.Develop long term planning models.Manage Director of Accounting and Supply Store Manager.

Teach general education courses at the undergraduate level.Instruct students on the appropriate format as defined by the American Psychological Association (APA).Educate students on computer usage, including navigation through the Internet, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Power Point applications.

Established, monitored and enforced campus or divisional financial policies and procedures. Managed systems and prepared reports for accounts receivable levels. Maintained aging results within established performance objectives and campus or division A/R goals.Managed the campus or division level Federal Title IV financial aid programs in accordance with government regulations and established company policies and procedures.Prepared the preparation of annual and semi-annual campus or division level operations budgets.Directed monthly general ledger reporting, month-end accounting entries, and reconciliation of monthly budget variance in conjunction with established organizational policies and procedures.Directed internal controls for cash management to ensure appropriate cash flow levels and collection procedures in compliance with corporate objectives.Trained and developed management and line staff by encouraging professional growth and fostering cooperation among staff members. Reviewed regulatory and legal issues surrounding the Title IV program, as well as coordinated with other departments to ensure compliance with federal and state law.

Managed the financial aid process within 4 campuses in Metro Detroit totaling approximately 3,500 students.Analyzed, on an ongoing basis, all aspects of the financial aid process to identify problems, recommend solutions, and make procedural changes to increase operational efficiencies and effectiveness. Administered, coordinated and supervised the financial aid application process to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and company objectives.Managed the campus counseling staff to ensure all departmental processes and activities comply with established corporate financial policies and procedures. Participated in hiring, promotions, transfers, or disciplinary actions.Administered departmental training programs and activities to maximize service quality and effectiveness. Served as Campus Liaison between the University of Phoenix and the Financial Aid processing center in Phoenix, AZ.