Experience

Eastern Controls, Inc.

• United States
• Automation Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President Of Finance And Operations

  • Feb 2017 - Present

  Edgemont, PA Since 1969, Eastern Controls has been the Mid-Atlantic's premier manufacturers'​ representative and distributor of process control and instrumentation equipment. The foundation for our continuing success is our extensive line of product offerings, our outstanding sales, technical, and applications support, and our 24/7 service capabilities. Visit Eastern Controls, Inc. Services page for a complete listing of key services. Our salespeople have technical capabilities that exceed those of… Show more Since 1969, Eastern Controls has been the Mid-Atlantic's premier manufacturers'​ representative and distributor of process control and instrumentation equipment. The foundation for our continuing success is our extensive line of product offerings, our outstanding sales, technical, and applications support, and our 24/7 service capabilities. Visit Eastern Controls, Inc. Services page for a complete listing of key services. Our salespeople have technical capabilities that exceed those of our competitors, and they receive extensive product and applications training throughout the year. Annual sales of our product lines, which include Endress and Hauser, Masoneilan, O'Brien, Research Controls and MSA, to name just a few, have continued to grow in both up and down markets.

• Controller

  • Sep 2011 - Feb 2017

  3866 Providence Road, Edgemont, PA 19028 Since 1969, Eastern Controls has been the Mid-Atlantic's premier manufacturers' representative and distributor of process control and instrumentation equipment. The foundation for our continuing success is our extensive line of product offerings, our outstanding sales, technical, and applications support, and our 24/7 service capabilities. Visit Eastern Controls, Inc. Services page for a complete listing of key services. Our salespeople have technical capabilities that exceed those of… Show more Since 1969, Eastern Controls has been the Mid-Atlantic's premier manufacturers' representative and distributor of process control and instrumentation equipment. The foundation for our continuing success is our extensive line of product offerings, our outstanding sales, technical, and applications support, and our 24/7 service capabilities. Visit Eastern Controls, Inc. Services page for a complete listing of key services. Our salespeople have technical capabilities that exceed those of our competitors, and they receive extensive product and applications training throughout the year. Annual sales of our product lines, which include Masoneilan, O'Brien, Endress & Hauser, Research Controls and MSA, to name just a few, have continued to grow in both up and down markets.



Fesnak and Associates, LLP

• Senior Audit Manager

  • Jan 2010 - Apr 2011

  Blue Bell, PA Senior Audit Manager responsible for managing client audits ranging in industry, size and complexity.achieving customer satisfaction in performing value-added audits. Supported the firm’s audit task force to evaluate and support the firm’s risk-based audit approach, serving as instructor to implement necessary change.



RSM US LLP

• United States
• Accounting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Audit Director

  • Jan 2007 - Dec 2010

  Blue Bell, PA Responsible for leading engagement teams in servicing annual audits in a variety of industries including manufacturing, wholesale distribution, pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations, law firms and staffing companies. Clients served range from development stage to three-hundred million in revenues and include international subsidiaries, complex equity structures and mergers and acquisitions. Key results: Actively recruited into this national accounting firm to utilize… Show more Responsible for leading engagement teams in servicing annual audits in a variety of industries including manufacturing, wholesale distribution, pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations, law firms and staffing companies. Clients served range from development stage to three-hundred million in revenues and include international subsidiaries, complex equity structures and mergers and acquisitions. Key results: Actively recruited into this national accounting firm to utilize people skills and regional accounting firm experience key to the firm's growth through a recent merger. Served as an internal control specialist on a variety of audit engagements requiring necessary review and recommendations to engagement teams. Instrumental to the firm in change management requiring the adoption of risk-based auditing standards, including implementation of a firm-wide initiative and conversion to a new audit platform. Selected by the assurance leader and human resource department to aid in the successful overhaul and roll-out of a new engagement evaluation format and process to all professional accounting staff levels. Recognized as a leading and most requested performance advisor among audit department personnel, receiving an award in recognition of commitment to the development and growth of advisees. Actively requested by human resources to aid in successful firm recruitment and retention of both college and experienced hires. Show less



RAINER & COMPANY

• Senior Manager of Accounting and Audit

  • Mar 2003 - Jan 2007

  Responsible for managing engagement teams on the firm's most significant client relationships in industries which include construction contractors, manufacturers, dealerships and service organizations. Engagements included audits and review services through necessary tax planning opportunities and compliance. Key results: Provided an immediate influence among partners and staff towards the establishment of best practices to the Company, resulting in improved audit quality and engagement… Show more Responsible for managing engagement teams on the firm's most significant client relationships in industries which include construction contractors, manufacturers, dealerships and service organizations. Engagements included audits and review services through necessary tax planning opportunities and compliance. Key results: Provided an immediate influence among partners and staff towards the establishment of best practices to the Company, resulting in improved audit quality and engagement efficiency. Successfully managed the timely audit and 8K filing required upon the sale of a hundred million dollar construction company. Served on the Company's in-house inspection team and led the Company through a successful peer review process. Organized and instructed quarterly technical accounting and audit update seminars to the Company's professional staff and clients. Provided a leadership role to the Company in the successful recruitment and retention of accounting professionals. Active in the adoption and implementation of a strategic marketing plan which included the forming of a networking group of key professionals, directly resulting in revenue growth to the Company. Show less



ST. CLAIR CPAs

• Manager

  • Jan 1995 - Jan 2003

  Manager of Accounting and Audit Effective manager of a diversified client base, ranging from on-million to one-hundred million in revenues, with services which include audits, reviews, compilations, tax planning and compliance and other agreed-upon procedures. Established strong client relationships and serviced all clients in a timely and efficient manner. Provided a leadership role in creating a firm-wide chemistry within merged-in accounting environments, conducive to a pleasant and… Show more Manager of Accounting and Audit Effective manager of a diversified client base, ranging from on-million to one-hundred million in revenues, with services which include audits, reviews, compilations, tax planning and compliance and other agreed-upon procedures. Established strong client relationships and serviced all clients in a timely and efficient manner. Provided a leadership role in creating a firm-wide chemistry within merged-in accounting environments, conducive to a pleasant and productive working environment. Key results: Developed an infrastructure within the firm to ensure quality results in the effective completion of accounting and audit engagements, which included an evaluation and implementation of a firm-wide conversion of accounting systems through training of staff. Organized and implemented in-house training programs which included a new hire orientation program and quarterly accounting and audit update seminars. Acted in a controller capacity for various clients in need of internal assistance. Worked with client accounting staff to set priorities and implement a plan for completing general ledger tasks and performance of monthly and year-end closings. Assisted clients in the evaluation and recommendation of internal accounting software, and assisted with the implementation process. Performed agreed-upon procedures to identify internal control weaknesses, which resulted in the discovery of fraudulent acts of the Company's controller. Responsible for quantifying and accounting for the fraudulent activity and presenting findings to owner and insurance agency. Developed a cost accounting model for a large manufacturing company and assisted the CFO with the implementation as a management tool for union negotiations. Show less



HORTY & HORTY

• Supervisor

  • Jan 1989 - Jan 1995

  Supervisor of Accounting and Audit Effectively supervised engagement teams on multiple audit, review and compilation engagements, serving clients in construction, real estate, property management, manufacturing, automotive dealerships and medical practitioners. Responsibilities also included supervision and review of individual, corporation, Subchapter "S" Corporation, Partnership tax returns as well as payroll tax filings. Key results: Actively involved in firm personnel… Show more Supervisor of Accounting and Audit Effectively supervised engagement teams on multiple audit, review and compilation engagements, serving clients in construction, real estate, property management, manufacturing, automotive dealerships and medical practitioners. Responsibilities also included supervision and review of individual, corporation, Subchapter "S" Corporation, Partnership tax returns as well as payroll tax filings. Key results: Actively involved in firm personnel recruitment initiatives and employee performance evaluation process. Instructed in-house continuing education classes and provided software evaluation, recommendation and implementation to the firm. Provided on-going monitoring and evaluation of engagement efficiency and best practices. Selected by the firm leaders to be a member of a newly formed Accounting and Audit Committee to evaluate and communicate accounting and audit pronouncements, methods and techniques. Provided a lead role in the coordination and implementation of Total Quality Management within the firm. Show less