My role is to deliver curated operations information to the field so that our associates can make the best business decisions in real time. I also manage some ad hoc special projects such as operational systems testing and company internal scorecard review.

Manage the installation, ongoing analysis and future capabilities of our TWL Warehouse management system.

Automating various processes. Installing and training a new warehouse management system. Auditing branches for operational excellence. Prepping and streamlining various reports for upper management. Special projects on a variety of work systems.

Specialized in the automation of various back end processes as well as completing various special projects.

Improved and maintained budget forecasting data models for increased clarity and department ease of use. Created models reflecting geographic and industry trends to facilitate emerging market analysisCalculated and analyzed product mix for 10 different product segments, allowing for deeper insight into gross margin and gross profit dollars. Generated and maintained databases to improve data management in real estate and operations departments. Traveled to markets without a Lansing presence to evaluate return on investment potential of future branches. Developed and refined models to measure break-even, gross margin sensitivity and market volatility. Established relationships with special pricing vendors to facilitate their use of pricing program. Analyzed and simplified the process for creating information for annual executive council. Prepared and verified integrity of the monthly Volume Incentive Program accrual (4MM+ dollars per month). Coordinated rent and real estate tax payments for entire company (77 branches plus corporate office). Worked with in house marketing department to plan marketing campaigns and process vendor invoices. Processed American Express and Travel and Expense accounts and reconciliations across entire company. Reconciled expense and balance sheet accounts and audited inventory and product counts for accuracy. Evaluated freight and delivery charges and prepared related Income Statement schedule

I tended bar at the Country Club in order to network and put myself through Business School.

Perform account receivable and payable reconciliations and post to general ledger. Analyze cash flow to improve business performance and maximize operations. Improve internal audit process and ensure accounting practices are in compliance with legal and company regulations. Provide education and training on basic accounting procedures to staff members. Prepare reports, budgets, payroll, sales taxes.

Designed and coordinated programming for a total of over 200 people. Led two mission trips and two retreats as well as supervised a youth run soup kitchen.

Prepared individual, corporate, partnership, estate and not for profit tax returns. Ensured that tax returns were completed in an accurate and timely manner. Acted as the liaison between clients and partners; providing top of the line customer service. Researched and advised on money matters. Assisted in the preparation of wills, living wills and Power of Attorneys.

Responsible for various types of tax returns, including: individual, partnership, estate, gift tax, not for profit and corporate 's' and 'c' class. Provided auditing reports for upper level management. Ensured proper receipt of records during auditing processes; worked with clients to fix uncovered issues. Supported the auditing team by providing ongoing financial reporting. Participated in inventory reconciliation to ensure that internal and external audits were current. Member of company's ERISA team; trained in completing ERISA audits. Provided support on the development of the company's financial statements.