Michael Braun
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Sandra Cipriani, MS
Michael knows how to engage participants and get them excited about the topic he is facilitating. Whether it's Finance or Leadership Development, he can gauge the level of knowledge and bring them to a better understanding and application of the topic. Michael also co-facilitates naturally. There were several occasions we co-facilitated so we had a short meeting before to discuss our plans and it fell into place when we actually had to facilitate together. He brings his own experience as a leader in Finance to his training and was a hit in the classroom. An organization would be fortunate to have such a high-performing employee!
Monica P.
Michael Braun was extremely knowledgeable regarding the accounting system/processes as he had held the position for several years before I arrived. He demeanor was always professional and I enjoyed working with him and appreciated his ability to freely share his vast knowledge.
Sandra Cipriani, MS
Michael knows how to engage participants and get them excited about the topic he is facilitating. Whether it's Finance or Leadership Development, he can gauge the level of knowledge and bring them to a better understanding and application of the topic. Michael also co-facilitates naturally. There were several occasions we co-facilitated so we had a short meeting before to discuss our plans and it fell into place when we actually had to facilitate together. He brings his own experience as a leader in Finance to his training and was a hit in the classroom. An organization would be fortunate to have such a high-performing employee!
Monica P.
Michael Braun was extremely knowledgeable regarding the accounting system/processes as he had held the position for several years before I arrived. He demeanor was always professional and I enjoyed working with him and appreciated his ability to freely share his vast knowledge.
Sandra Cipriani, MS
Michael knows how to engage participants and get them excited about the topic he is facilitating. Whether it's Finance or Leadership Development, he can gauge the level of knowledge and bring them to a better understanding and application of the topic. Michael also co-facilitates naturally. There were several occasions we co-facilitated so we had a short meeting before to discuss our plans and it fell into place when we actually had to facilitate together. He brings his own experience as a leader in Finance to his training and was a hit in the classroom. An organization would be fortunate to have such a high-performing employee!
Monica P.
Michael Braun was extremely knowledgeable regarding the accounting system/processes as he had held the position for several years before I arrived. He demeanor was always professional and I enjoyed working with him and appreciated his ability to freely share his vast knowledge.
Sandra Cipriani, MS
Michael knows how to engage participants and get them excited about the topic he is facilitating. Whether it's Finance or Leadership Development, he can gauge the level of knowledge and bring them to a better understanding and application of the topic. Michael also co-facilitates naturally. There were several occasions we co-facilitated so we had a short meeting before to discuss our plans and it fell into place when we actually had to facilitate together. He brings his own experience as a leader in Finance to his training and was a hit in the classroom. An organization would be fortunate to have such a high-performing employee!
Monica P.
Michael Braun was extremely knowledgeable regarding the accounting system/processes as he had held the position for several years before I arrived. He demeanor was always professional and I enjoyed working with him and appreciated his ability to freely share his vast knowledge.
Experience
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KP Aviation
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United States
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Airlines and Aviation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Staff Accountant
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Jul 2022 - Present
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Tempe Union High School District
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Security Officer
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Sep 2020 - Jul 2022
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Satellite Healthcare / WellBound
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Accounts Payable Manager
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May 2020 - Aug 2020
• Hired, trained and managed 5 team members for new AP department • Proposed and implemented process improvements • Transitioned Team Lead into AP Manager Role • Hired, trained and managed 5 team members for new AP department • Proposed and implemented process improvements • Transitioned Team Lead into AP Manager Role
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Fresenius Medical Care
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Germany
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Hospitals and Health Care
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100 - 200 Employee
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Center for Leadership & Professional Development - Manager
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Oct 2015 - Oct 2019
• Worked with instructional designers as a subject matter expert for financial & business topics• Created job aids, self-paced online training, virtual instructor led classes & classroom-based programs• Facilitated classroom & virtual management & financial programs for lower to mid-level managers -75% Travel
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Accounting Manager - Training
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Mar 2007 - Oct 2015
• Designed, planned & delivered SAP system & report training for business field personnel & account staff - 50% Travel• Aided with application development for SAP Accounting, SAP Travel Reimbursements, & SAP Purchasing• Designed & enhanced financial & key statistical management reports to provide maximum benefit from new application & upgrades for all business management levels
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Accounting Manager
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Feb 2004 - Mar 2007
• Managed 22 direct report employees in 3 departments (A/R Cash, A/P, Special Projects)• Coordinated and conducted training for new locations & system upgrades to existing locations• Responsible for reviewing & signing off on all SOX’s procedures in my A/R Cash, A/P & Special Projects• Designed, scheduled, built out, & coordinated the relocating and expansion of business office
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Accounting Manager of Applications
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Oct 1999 - Feb 2004
• Supervised monthly accounting functions for AP, payroll & the financial review process• Managed 5 employees that reviewed & developed financial procedures to keep pace with growth & software updates• Designed & produced all management ad hoc monthly payroll reports not prepared by ADP• Managed monthly payroll interface with ADP & all other functions involving computer interfaces
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G/L Accounting Supervisor
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Jan 1997 - Oct 1999
• Managed the hiring, training, & monthly activities for an accounting staff of 16• Supervised monthly booking, reviewing, & reconciling of all G/L entries for 220 facilities• Responsible for reviewing current accounting procedures & changing them as needed• Assisted & backed up the Accounting Manager, AP & Payroll Supervisor
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Accounts Receivable Auditor
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Aug 1994 - Jan 1997
• Responsible for approving & reconciling insurance payments for 6 billing groups• Prepared quarterly Medicare Credit Balance reports for 50 facilities• Performed monthly audits of billing data integrity
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Tele-Sound
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Belgium
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Wholesale
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Company Safety Manager
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Jan 1994 - Aug 1994
• Responsible for enforcing & updating company safety policies• Reviewed all accidents & recommended disciplinary action• Acted as a liaison to the company’s automotive insurance carrier
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Customer Service Manager
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Jan 1994 - Aug 1994
• Responsible for resolving all customer problems• Processed all loss damaged waiver claims for rental merchandise• Managed company’s service pager network as needed
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Service & Parts Manager
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Oct 1990 - Aug 1994
• Managed all aspects of rental repairs including setting up new service agreements with repair shops as needed• Designed parts tracking database• Ordered all replacement & consumable parts• Authorized payment of service & parts bills
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Auditor
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May 1990 - Aug 1994
• Co-designed & updated audit format as needed• Planned, scheduled, conducted audit, & reported finding to the CFO for 10 stores
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Education
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1988 - 1990
Arizona State University
BS, Accounting
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