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TRANSCEND EDUCATION GROUP, Phoenix, AZ Higher Education, Administration, and Technology ConsultantsConsultant, Student Accounts Responsible for documenting Current State and designing Future State technology support for multiple education groups. Developed policies and procedures to define student accounts technology improvements. Provide software implementation and training to end users. HERITAGE COLLEGE, Denver, CO Private, post-secondary higher education provider; 10 campuses, 5,000 studentsConsultant, Student Finance Operations (Mar 16 – Nov 16)Designed and implemented a shared services student finance operation encompassing revenue, cash forecasts, departmental budgets, accounts receivable, procurement, technology, and Title IV compliance. Hired and trained staff for 21 newly created positions. Developed policies and procedures to support new processes.

Canton, Ma

Schaumburg, Il

Led teams ranging from 5-40 with responsibility for financial reporting, annual budgets, forecasts, cash flow, billing, internal and external audits, financial aid, and compliance with SOX, GAAP, and Title IV regulations. Centralized operations within and across three divisions, to yield consistent applications of policies, cost-effective delivery of services, and customer-focused support to best serve customers and shareholders. Redesigned job descriptions, retrained and re-engaged existing staff, hired and led new staff. Provided oversight and strategic leadership of student finance functions, including revenue recognition, student account billing, financial aid, audit, and compliance.

Schaumburg, Il

Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to 10 Campus Presidents and Controllers on all aspects of financial operations including forecasting, long range plans, staffing models, capital, and expense management.Responsible for annual revenue goals of $160M. During times of population shortfalls, implemented strategic plans to improve operational metrics and reduce expenses.Prepared and reviewed monthly and quarterly financial statements including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flows.

Dover, Nh

Provide organizational leadership for the college employees and students during population growth from 400 students to 1,000 plus students.Direct management of accounting, student finance, student services, housing, facilities, and technology departments

Boston, Ma

Responsible for P&L management and leadership for the college employees and students.

Bsba, Accounting & Marketing

Mba, Management