Tamara Hamman, Cpa, Cia Email & Phone Number

Akron, Ohio, Us

Direct month-end close and year-end close. Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory cycle counts, invoicing, banking relationship. Ensure compliance with GAAP and company procedures. Oversee and implement company policies.

Massillon, Oh, Us

Analyzed financial performance of a privately held company with $14 billion in sales. Monitored cost savings commitment on $4.2 million in capital expenditures. Directed month-end process and analysis of the Distribution Center in Ohio.

Fenton, Missouri, Us

Directed month-end reporting of a global company with annual revenue of $95 million. Ensured compliance with GAAP and corporate policiesOversaw all accounting functions

Working with various companies on short-term contracting assignments.

Canton, Ohio, Us

* Directed the budgeting process of $30 million in annual revenues.* Spearheaded the implementation of eCommerce process which contributed an additional $400k in sales during the first year.* Upgraded the financial ERP systems and fixed asset systems to SAGE100.* Managed the monthly financial close process including the consolidation of 24 stores and Mission Service activities.* Ensured compliance with GAAP & corporate policies, ensuring proper internal controls are followed in accordance with SOX requirements, identifying areas of improvement / standardization, implementing of processes & best practices.* Significant experience in general ledger accounting function, retail accounting, non-profit accounting, consolidated financial statements, fixed assets, month-end financial close process, account analysis, budgeting and reporting.* Coordination of annual audits with independent audit firm.* Supervision of accounts payable, accounts receivable and billing.

Akron, Oh, Us

* Extensive experience in preparing $9 million annual operating plan, monthly / quarterly reporting, and special analyses as necessary.* Successfully performed the duties of the Plant Controller for nine months during transition period. * Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, general knowledge of data processing, and a thorough knowledge of segment accounting.* Significant experience in financial accounting with demonstrated understanding of financial consolidations, variance analysis, manufacturing finance, and forecasting.* Analyzed vast amounts of information within the business context, quantifying and communicating results.* Oversaw month-end closing activities

Akron, Oh, Us

* Monitored the control environment of the North American Tire division to protect the company’s assets and integrity of its financial information while enabling reliable, predictable and solid business performance.* Reviewed all areas of financial reporting within the North American Tire division including account analysis, account reconciliations, financial statement close process, fixed assets, inventory management, payroll and procure to pay.* Examined operational compliance with company policies and procedures along with GAAP, GAAS, IIA Standards and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act while identifying risks, and implementing best practices.* Developed project management skills by recommending and coordinating process improvements to improve operational efficiencies, reduce cost, reduce cycle time, improve controls, and enhance operational effectiveness to meet the department’s objectives and customers’ needs.* Built and maintained working relationships with customers and audit associates to plan, organize and efficiently execute audits.* Developed narratives, test controls and performed substantive testing.* Issued audit reports to key stakeholders and monitored audit findings to ensure their timely and proper disposition.* Obtained Yellow Belt through Lean Six Sigma program (a continuous improvement process).

Akron, Oh, Us

* Established and administered department policies and procedures to protect credit quality and collateral coverage (over $400 million in exposure).* Established a solid, well-respected team of examiners through strong leadership, improved educational opportunities and mentoring of team members allowing the department to reduce dependency on external audit firms by 47.8%.* Supervised and coordinated three teams of auditors to complete the following audit types; (1) financial and forensic audits for bank customers and prospects, (2) operational audits, and (3) inventory audits.* Developed team members by providing leadership, training and support encouraging a commitment to personal development opportunities.* Exhibited high standards for self and subordinates in an effort to support subordinates and achieve departmental goals.* Developed narratives, test controls and performed substantive testing for external audit work.* Investigated potential fraudulent activities of bank customers.* Effectively communicate written and verbally with internal and external customers while adhering to company policies and procedures along with GAAP, GAAS, and IIA Standards.

Akron, Oh, Us

* Assessed processes to detect control deficiencies, evaluated operating effectiveness of control activities, determined improper accounting or documentation, and identified potential areas of improvement.* Evaluated accounting and control risks, provided value-added recommendations, and communicated findings to management.* Reviewed audited processes for compliance with policies, procedures, and covenant compliance; detection of control deficiencies, financial and operational controls, policies and procedure of customers; and improper accounting or errors in documentation.* Performed credit analysis, risk analysis, financial statement analysis and trend analysis for external customers, and multiple entities having common control.

North Canton, Ohio, Us

North Canton, Ohio, Us

Bachelors, Accounting

Business