Scott Jaye Email & Phone Number

Birmingham, Alabama Area

Since 1992, we have reviewed over $20 billion of construction contracts. Our goal during each engagement is to provide quality services that reduce construction costs and is responsive to our client's needs. Our sole objective is to add value to each project that we are involved with.We offer several distinct advantages in expertise and service. The associates of HPM have been employed by contractors and real estate developers and have first hand knowledge of the construction industry. This working knowledge and hands-on experience allows us to provide professional and cost efficient services.During our engagements, we make every effort to preserve our client's relationship with the contractor. We conduct an open discussion with the contractor at the completion of our fieldwork, which encourages quick resolution of audit issues and maintains good relations with the contractor.We provide services only to owners and builders of construction projects. Our services are wholly devoted to providing the owner and builder with a team that has their concerns in mind.

Birmingham, Alabama Area

Commercial general construction contractor averaging over a billion in annual revenues. Voted top 25 small/ medium companies to work for in America last 5 years.Controller (2005 - 2009)Lead, assisted, and supported a 15 member accounting team. Responsible for annual performance reviews within the department. Provided overhead budget reporting and analysis to the CFO and CEO for 40 departments accounting for $20 million annually. Communicated and resolved control and financial issues with the project teams and the external auditors. Maintained financial statement reporting in accordance with GAAP for over $1 billion in revenues. Compiled and reviewed WIP schedules using the percent complete revenue recognition method on over 100 projects totaling $100 million per month.Oversaw fraud prevention projects with the company's bank and accounting software vendor like positive pay. Managed special projects including electronic file transfers, departmental website, document imaging, and automation of the financial statement and audit lead schedule processes. Participated with peer companies in a national user group to improve the performance of the company's accounting software.Trained and developed internal groups on accounting systems, procedures, and controls.Implemented a process for the accounting department to develop and achieve value-adding goals as a team.

Managed the accounting department of 10 associates, including internal audit.Ensured compliance with the company's accounting policies and procedures. Compiled monthly WIP and backlog schedules using percent complete method of revenue recognition.Assisted in preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting documents. Support project teams with start-up and closeout process.Responsible for amortization allocations for company assets.Implemented new software to automate, track and analyze all corporate departmental overhead budgets. Accounted for corporate leases and capital expenditures. Completed various special projects and analysis assigned by the CFO and CEO. Presenter and trainer at company conferences. Appointed to Operating and Leadership Committees.

Managed the accounts payable and the accounts receivable processes, implemented various automations and process changes to increase the overall department efficiency.Reviewed the cash management and the investment activities averaging over $50 million daily. Managed the reconciliation of the general ledger accounts. Key project lead supporting the Controller during the conversion to a new accounting system, including development of new processes and procedures. Prepared the fiscal year-end audit and tax schedules supporting the financial statements. Assisted with the preparation of the financial statements.Participated on the Training and Quality Committees.

Prepared and planned internal control and financial audit programs for project sites and the corporate locations. Developed a subcontractor audit program focused on cost and contract compliance, recovered over $2 million annually for the company's clients. Completed audit testing and prepared comprehensive documentation and reports. Scheduled meetings with project teams, associates, and subcontractors to discuss and resolve audit issues. Conducted monthly meetings with the company's Audit Committee to discuss findings and resolutions. Provided technical support and training to all associates regarding corporate compliance and other accounting procedures. Volunteered as a forum group leader.