Financial Controller Resumes in US-Texas: Robert

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ROBERT SYMINGTON, CPA

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Focused, analytical, and results-driven professional with well-developed qualifications acquired over 20 years of progressive experience with focus on corporate accounting and management. Possess a career history of proven expertise in accounting systems development, fiscal management, and financial reporting. Proactive and goal-oriented manager equipped with exceptional skills in dealing with various accounting functions, all in fast-paced and high-volume settings.

Core competencies include:

- Demonstrate strong accounting / finance background combined with abilities in simplifying and communicating complex financial scenarios.

- Adept at creating and implementing effective strategies and solutions to improve productivity, reduce costs, and achieve company goals.

- In-depth knowledge of GAAP combined with proficiency in maintaining, reviewing, and reconciling financial records in accordance with company’s internal policies and procedures

- Capable of motivating others by recognizing the highest standards and performance; skilled at providing training and technical support to underwriters to deliver peak performance

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

- Initiated the development and implementation of new analytical tools and reports that supported product management re-focus sales efforts on low volume products; resulted in increased monthly recurring revenue (MRC) for each customer up to 25%

- Directed the implementation of a company-wide employee time tracking system that enhanced managers’ knowledge of hours worked and related activities of employees

- Spearheaded a major version upgrade for company financial system that facilitated the latest version of the financial system to utilize new functionality and enhancements

- Led the deployment of electronic employee expense reporting system that generated significant improvements in efficiency, cost containment, tracking, and consistency of reporting

- Served as key contributor in the successful implementation of an online contractor billing system to increase efficiency and save time and money while improving reporting and analysis

- Oversaw the implementation of a new accounting system to better position the company for growth through more efficient accounting processes

- Developed and established strong internal controls, processes, and policies that led to 100% unqualified audits

- Functioned as financial lead for successful new product launch with expected $50 million revenue in the first five years

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Electric Reliability Council of Texas - Austin, TX

MANAGER, ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING 2005-2009

Highlights:

- Provided primary leadership in overseeing all aspects of financial accounting and reporting process including statement preparation and variance reporting

- Directed a team to ensure thorough implementation of numerous systems including: company-wide employee time tracking system, major version upgrade for company financial system, online employee expense reporting system to replace paper forms, and online contractor billing system to streamline contractor labor payment and tracking

- Oversaw and maintained strong internal control environment and consistent financial reporting to ensure accuracy of financial data and safekeeping of assets

- Conceptualized, developed, and published a monthly Executive Dashboard Report including key performance indicators for all areas of the company

Field Asset Services, Inc. - Austin, TX

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER / CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 2003-2005

Highlights:

- Utilized strong leadership skills in directing all accounting and finance functions for a fast growing $35 million real estate preservation company

- Designed, implemented, and administered company’s new accounting system and procedures to improve efficiency of all functions including general ledger, accounts payable, billing, accounts receivable, collections, payroll, and fixed assets

- Efficiently performed various duties related to month-end accounting close, which include preparation of estimates along with development and analysis of metrics

- Conducted analysis of capital expenditures to ensure proper recording of fixed assets; prepared and submitted various state tax returns

- Successfully generated significant improvements in overall departmental efficiency and productivity by more than 60%

Broadwing Communications - Austin, TX

SENIOR MANAGER, FINANCIAL ANALYSIS AND REPORTING 1999-2003

Highlights:

- Provided efficient performance in documenting and conducting thorough analysis of $500 million of annual revenue

- Oversaw month-end accounting process to ensure accurate and timely reporting as well as compliance with GAAP

- Prepared in-depth monthly financial analysis reports for lines of businesses including detailed analysis of key performance indicators, financial metrics, revenue trends, and variance analysis

- Administered annual budget across entire organization; worked collaboratively with executive management in key functional areas including operations, sales, marketing, IT, and administration to enhance knowledge of revenue growth and cost trends

Verizon Communications - Irving, TX

SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER, STRATEGIC PLANNING / BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT 1997-1999

Highlights:

- Recognized as key contributor in all phases of business development for joint ventures, merger and acquisitions, and strategic alliances involving business partner identification, evaluation, due diligence, legal and contract preparation

- Managed the development of web-based reporting to monitor nondisclosures and meetings with potential strategic partners

OTHER EXPERIENCE

Verizon Communications - Irving, TX

SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST, LONG-TERM PLANNING 1996-1997

SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST, FORECASTS / BUDGETS 1994-1996

FINANCIAL ANALYST 1991-1994

Motel 6, Corporate Headquarters - Dallas, TX

ASSISTANT BUSINESS PLANNING DIRECTOR 1998-1991

EDUCATION

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN ACCOUNTING / FINANCE - Baylor University - Waco, TX

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Mount Union College - Alliance, OH

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Certified Public Accountant - Texas State Board of Accountancy

Personal Income Tax

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY

Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, Crystal Reporting, Hyperion

Solomon Accounting System, Oracle, and Lawson Accounting System

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

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