Family owned/operated Chicago based distributor of packaging, shipping and industrial supplies.

Accounting Functions:Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiativesMonitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plansDevelop financial strategiesManage the capital request and budgeting processesDevelop performance measures that support the company's strategic directionParticipate in key decisions as a member of the executive management teamMaintain in-depth relations with all members of the management teamManage the accounting, human resources and treasury functionManage any third parties to which functions have been outsourcedOversee the company's transaction processing systemsImplement financial best practicesOversee the issuance of financial information and reportingConstruct and monitor reliable control systemsMaintain appropriate insurance coverageMonitor cash balances and cash forecastsMaintain banking relationshipsRepresent the company with investment bankers and investorsHuman Resource Functions:Develop and implement human resources policies and proceduresOversee employee benefit plans, with particular emphasis on maximizing a cost-effective benefits packageEnsure compensation and benefits are in line with company policies and legislationBenchmark compensation and benefitsHandle employee complaints, grievances and disputesAdminister employee discipline processesReview and update employee rules and regulationsCoordinate employee safety, welfare and wellnessMaintain knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting HR functions

Software install and setupAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableMonthly Bank ReconciliationBudgetingCost AnalysisCash analysis and projectionOffice setup/organization

Servicing small to mid-size businesses in the Greater Chicagoland AreaQuickbooks Proficient for 15+ yearsSoftware install and setupConversions from manual to computerized accounting software systemsInvoicingAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableBank/Brokerage ReconciliationBudgetingOffice setup/organizationPayroll/payroll tax paymentsState sales tax returnsMargin analysisTax preparation - I work in conjunction with a CPA for tax prep and reviewI also have experience with MIP Sage Fund Accounting Software

Financial Statement PreparationBudget/ForecastingCost AnalysisCash Analysis and ProjectionMonthly Bank ReconciliationInventory Accounting

Accounts PayableAccounts ReceivableBank ReconciliationPayroll/payroll tax payments & filingsCash management and analysis

Post-award grant administration including accounting, budgeting, contract analysis.Bank reconciliation.Accounts payable/receivable.Cash analysis and projection

Post-award grant administration including accounting, budgeting, contract analysis, reporting on behalf of principal investigators to federal, state and private funding agencies for a not-for-profit medical research facility.

Accounting and Business Consulting