Experience

Fulton Brewing Company

• United States
• Food & Beverages
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Controller

  • Apr 2022 - Present

  Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States



idcAutomatic

• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Controller

  • Jan 2020 - Feb 2022

  Coon Rapids Applies accounting principles to prepare financial reports, compile financial statements, and analyze financial data. Execute financial procedures including month-end and year-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax returns, general ledger entries, budgeting, forecasting and bank reconciliations. Transitioned most accounting tasks to paperless first options to enable remote and hybrid work options. Implemented an accounts payable automation system to simplify and enhance… Show more Applies accounting principles to prepare financial reports, compile financial statements, and analyze financial data. Execute financial procedures including month-end and year-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax returns, general ledger entries, budgeting, forecasting and bank reconciliations. Transitioned most accounting tasks to paperless first options to enable remote and hybrid work options. Implemented an accounts payable automation system to simplify and enhance paperless process. Process bi-weekly payroll for 50+ employees and fund benefits. Manages risk exposure by ensuring appropriate insurance coverage. Show less



apg

• United States
• Information Technology & Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Controller

  • May 2018 - Jan 2020

  Fridley, MN Manage month end close process and complete consolidations in Prophix to create consolidated financial package as well as regional financials for EMEA and North America. Coordinate the annual financial audit ensuring completion of PBC workpapers and financial statements and working with external auditors throughout the process. Work with Human Resources to complete weekly and bi-weekly payroll and fund all benefits for employees and members. Collaborate with Sales department to maintain… Show more Manage month end close process and complete consolidations in Prophix to create consolidated financial package as well as regional financials for EMEA and North America. Coordinate the annual financial audit ensuring completion of PBC workpapers and financial statements and working with external auditors throughout the process. Work with Human Resources to complete weekly and bi-weekly payroll and fund all benefits for employees and members. Collaborate with Sales department to maintain ongoing revenue forecast and identify and recommend cost reductions as needed. Created a simplified system of communicating at risk customer accounts to enhance collection efforts and reduce shipment holds. Forecast cash needs and work with buyers to ensure timely payments to vendors. Show less



Versare

• United States
• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Controller

  • May 2016 - May 2018

  Minneapolis, MN Manage accounting and human resources including completing month end close, reconciliations and financial reporting, hiring and terminating employees, payroll, A/R and collections, returns and freight claims and A/P. Coordinated the implementation of NetSuite throughout the organization. Transitioned the company payroll, benefits and 401k plans to a consolidated vendor to provide higher value to employees and less administrative burden. Created a comprehensive financial reporting package for… Show more Manage accounting and human resources including completing month end close, reconciliations and financial reporting, hiring and terminating employees, payroll, A/R and collections, returns and freight claims and A/P. Coordinated the implementation of NetSuite throughout the organization. Transitioned the company payroll, benefits and 401k plans to a consolidated vendor to provide higher value to employees and less administrative burden. Created a comprehensive financial reporting package for new ownership and conduct analysis of financial data against budget and forecast to identify trends, assess risk and make recommendations to the ownership group. Developed internal controls and implemented new accounting and operational policies and procedures. Managed insurance and vendor contracts, state and federal filing and inquiries by government agencies. Show less



Wiley

• United States
• Book and Periodical Publishing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Finance Manager | Accounting Manager

  • May 2006 - Apr 2016

  St. Louis Park, MN Managed accounting functions and processes to facilitate timely, accurate and meaningful financial reporting and forecast information utilized by leadership. Participated in strategic planning. Maintained ongoing forecasts of financial results and analyze differences from budget, forecast and prior periods. Performed complex accounting functions including revenue recognition calculations. Supervised local office payroll, human resources and office administration. Hired, trained, and… Show more Managed accounting functions and processes to facilitate timely, accurate and meaningful financial reporting and forecast information utilized by leadership. Participated in strategic planning. Maintained ongoing forecasts of financial results and analyze differences from budget, forecast and prior periods. Performed complex accounting functions including revenue recognition calculations. Supervised local office payroll, human resources and office administration. Hired, trained, and directed accounting staff in the U.S. and Denmark to maximize group efficiency and maintain a high level of accuracy. Show less



Xcel Energy

• United States
• Utilities
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Accountant

  • Aug 2005 - May 2006

  Minneapolis, MN Participate in monthly accounting cycle including preparing journal entries, financial analysis of general ledger accounts, and preparing and analyzing consolidated balance sheets. Assisted in implementing Sarbanes Oxley control testing in Corporate Accounting, including preparing and updating process overviews and flow charts, providing documentations for audit testing and validating existing controls on a quarterly basis. Participate in divestiture process including coordinating with… Show more Participate in monthly accounting cycle including preparing journal entries, financial analysis of general ledger accounts, and preparing and analyzing consolidated balance sheets. Assisted in implementing Sarbanes Oxley control testing in Corporate Accounting, including preparing and updating process overviews and flow charts, providing documentations for audit testing and validating existing controls on a quarterly basis. Participate in divestiture process including coordinating with multiple business units to ensure proper accounting treatment.

• Senior Internal Auditor

  • Feb 2004 - Aug 2005

  Minneapolis, MN Perform all tasks of internal audit, including planning, fieldwork and reporting for financial and operational audits. Participated in control identification and assessment of key financial reporting controls under Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.



CIGNA Behavioral Health

• Senior Corporate Accountant

  • Jun 2003 - Feb 2004

  Eden Prairie, MN Prepare, analyze, and consolidate monthly and year to date consolidated financial statements. Present corporate expense results to senior finance management and report to business unit leaders throughout the company to support them with their expense management responsibilities. Work with staff from other CIGNA affiliates to ensure the appropriateness of intercompany charges and allocations.



Thrivent

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Business Risk Analyst | Senior Internal Auditor

  • Sep 2000 - Jun 2003

  Minneapolis, MN Facilitated meetings with management to obtain knowledge of business unit’s procedures and identify current risks and controls. Created and implemented use of a risk matrix within Business Risk Management for analyzing risks and controls. Developed audit programs and performed control and substantive testing. Communicated recommendations to management through written and verbal reports. Provided support and counsel to business units while implementing new procedures and throughout merger… Show more Facilitated meetings with management to obtain knowledge of business unit’s procedures and identify current risks and controls. Created and implemented use of a risk matrix within Business Risk Management for analyzing risks and controls. Developed audit programs and performed control and substantive testing. Communicated recommendations to management through written and verbal reports. Provided support and counsel to business units while implementing new procedures and throughout merger and integration proceedings. Sat for and passed the Certified Internal Auditor Exam (CIA). Show less



KPMG US

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Auditor

  • Aug 1998 - Sep 2000

  Minneapolis, MN Planned audit engagements using risk analysis. Performed analytic and substantive audit test work. Instructed, supervised and evaluated audit engagement team members. Communicated audit progress with managers and partners. Prepared and reviewed financial statement reports.