Analytical, collaborative, meticulous, forward-thinking accounting leader. I support profitable, compliant operations by ensuring the timely production of precise accounts and reports. Continuous improvement is my forte; I look for ways to optimize, streamline, and automate processes using trusted ERP and accounting systems such as Sage 100, Sage CRM, Prelude and Business Objects. It’s my goal to develop and lead reliable, detail-focused staff who partner across organizations to ensure orderly finances. With 20+ years of accounting experience, I’ve worked my way up the professional ladder at nationwide manufacturers/distributors. I began my career as an accounting and logistics professional, quickly gaining broad accounting knowledge. Since then, I advanced to accounting, operational and business development management, where I establish policies/procedures and transform organization-wide processes. Leadership and accounting are my passions; I’m most fulfilled when I can combine these strengths on the job.SKILLS IN ACTION► Establish new department within organization through process development and implementation.► Amplifying AR turnover by up to 25% through the implementation of a strict schedule for collection and effective dispute resolution processes. Maintained peak AR turnover and facilitated international marketplace growth via instituting strategic customer credit policies.► Reduce month-end close to ten days through analytic improvement and process standardization.► Instigated strong margins, accurate pricing, and strategic budget forecasts by embedding a new cost analysis process.► Contributed to the successful integration of new company acquisitions by designing and enforcing formal accounting procedures.