SummaryMore than ten years of progressive experience in manufacturing accountingCurrently preparing for CMA exam CPA eligibleStrong motivator and morale builder with a positive outlookAbility to communicate effectively with all levelsCum Laude graduate with BBA in Accounting and FinanceExceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skillsAdvanced Excel skillsExperience with multiple ERP and Accounting systems - adapt well to different systemsWilling to relocate HighlightsAdvanced Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word skills IFS, Macola Progression, NetSuite, JD Edwards, ADP Payroll, Tool , Crystal Reports, Global, FAS- Fixed Asset Software, Vantage, QuickBooks ExperienceContract Accountant,2014-CurrentTenneco Automotive Elkhart,IN,Contracted as accountant for client during a maternity leave (Client ERP software NetSuite).Bookkeeping for clients and personal taxes.Assessed and advised client on internal controls, audit follow up to ensured policy and procedure compliance and effectiveness.Made client recommendation of purchasing card use.Wrote policies and procedures for client.Through rebates and extension of cash flow resulted in 22 total annualized savings.Quality Manager,01 2008-01 2014Curriculum Associates Charlotte,NC,Lead a team of direct report quality assurance specialists and inspectors.Build Effective relationships with customers, vendors and plant employees.Manage product inspections to identify and isolate quality issues.Ensure plant compliance with ISO 9001 2008.Zero findings on first plant ISO audit.Education, motivation and training of plant workforce.Senior Staff Accountant Promoted to Quality Manager,02 2008-03 2013Curriculum Associates Lansing,MI,Responsible for month end closing process for three plantsCash managementManagement of all AP and AR functionsSupervision of AP AR clerksComparative Financial Statements preparation and review for three separate plants as well as consolidated. Financial statement analysis Balance sheet reconciliations Variance accounts analysis deep analysis requiring much researchPreparation of Bank Borrowing Base Certificate Bank Covenant complianceLead semiannual bank audits and financial statement auditFinancial results reporting to President when VP of Finance is unavailableYear-end inventory audit verificationKey member of the Robbins Financial Control Committee internal control testingAnnual Budget preparation and monthly review with department managersStandard cost and pricing of Molded ProductAssist with raw material and Customix standard updatesMiscellaneous projects, assist or advise where when needed.Staff Accountant,2004-2008Merakey Bryn Athyn,PA,General ledger BS accounts, fixed assets, inter-company accountsSales and use tax for multiple statesPrepared implemented procurement card policy and procedureKey member of fixed asset module implementationAssist with acquisitions.Staff Accountant,01 2004-01 2004Quality Industries City,STATE,Payroll and cash management.Accounts Receivable,01 2003-01 2004TNT Fireworks City,STATE,Accounts receivable and accounts payable. EducationBBA Accounting and Finance,Expected in2004-University of North Alabama-Florence,ALGPA TVA Investment Challenge Alpha Theta Chi Collegiate Honor Society Delta Mu Delta National Honor Society in Business Administration Graduated with Honors (Cum Laud GPA 3.7Status- Accounting and Finance TVA Investment Challenge Alpha Theta Chi Collegiate Honor Society Delta Mu Delta National Honor Society in Business Administration Graduated with Honors (Cum Laude GPA 3.7) ,Expected in2001-Columbia State Community College-,TNGPA Status- SkillsMonth end close, Year end close, Cash Management,Supervision, AP AR, Acquisitions, ADP Payroll,Balance sheet, Bookkeeping, Budget preparation, Cash Flow, Crystal Reports, ERP, Financial Statements, Financial statement analysis, Fixed Assets, General Ledger, Internal Control, Inventory,Payroll, Quality Assurance, ISO, ISO 9001, IFS, NetSuite, JD Edwards, Macola, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, QuickBooks  SEP  Calling all innovators find your future at Fiserv. Were Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants, and consumers to one another millions of times a day quickly, reliably, and securely. Any time you swipe your credit card, pay through a mobile app, or withdraw money from the bank, were involved. If you want to make an impact on a global scale, come make a difference at Fiserv. What does a successful Software Engineering Manager do at Fiserv?Fiserv is looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join our Core Acquiring Front End engineering group within Fiservs Global Business Solutions (Payment Acceptance) business.You will be joining an organization responsible for mission critical platforms that support our payments acquiring business. We process over 350 million payment transactions per day with a peak throughput of over 8,000 transactions per second all while maintaining millisecond fast response time. All this is done for some of the largest merchants in the US.This fast-paced online transaction processing environment requires a passionate critical problem solver who can balance platform stability and resiliency along with modern engineering practices and solutions. What you will do Manage cross-functional engineering teamsHands-on engineer pickup stories, code reviews, and support production End-to end platform owner and engineer design, build, and support resilient services solutionsPartner with business owners to define platform roadmaps and scope for initiatives featuresDrive prioritization of technical investment on in-scope platformsDesign performant, efficient, effective, and reusable technical solutions (partnering with architecture)Provide thought leadership across acquiring enginesPartner effectively with DevOps, Production Support, and peer platform teams What you will need to have 15 years of experience in software engineering roles using C and Java10 years of experience leading high-performing software engineering teams5 years of experience in financial services or payments processingAbility to clearly communicate with executive leadership What would be great to have Bachelor s degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent work experienceExperience in AIXExperience building solutions in public cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) Perks at work Were FiservProud of our commitment to your overall well-being with a growing offering of physical, mental, emotional, and financial benefits from day one.Maintain a healthy work-life balance with paid holidays, generous time off policies, including Unlimited Recharge Refuel for qualifying associates, and free counseling through our EAP.Plan for your future with competitive salaries, the Fiserv 401(k) Savings Plan, and our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.Recognize and be recognized by colleagues with our Living Proof program where you can exchange points for a variety of rewards.Prioritize your health with a variety of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options and a range of well-being resources through our Fuel Your Life program.Advance your career with training, development, certification, and internal mobility opportunities.Join Employee Resource Groups that promote our diverse and inclusive culture where associates can share perspectives, exchange ideas, and elevate careers. What you should know about us Fiserv is a global fintech leader with 40,000-plus (and growing) associates proudly serving clients in more than 100 countries. As a FORTUNE 500 company, one of Fast Companys Most Innovative Companies, and a top scorer on Bloombergs Gender-Equality Index, we are committed to excellence and purposeful innovation. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Fiserv is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce that reflects our world. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. 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