Accounting Manager

• Mar 2020 - Present

Senior Business Consultant

• Jun 2018 - Mar 2020

Senior Consultant

• Oct 2016 - May 2018

Senior Director of Finance

• Jan 2016 - Sep 2016

Accounting and Compliance

• Aug 2014 - Dec 2015

Ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable accounting regulations, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Advise management on the impact of the adoption of new or revised accounting policy. Supply management with options for the accounting for various costs, consistent with regulations, which will allow for maximum cost recovery and profitability to the company. Plan, coordinate, and report on all internal audits. Responsible for the company’s compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Acts. Interface directly with the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Compliance Officer on accounting matters and serves as the primary point of contact for external auditors. Show less

Accounting Manager

• Jun 2010 - Jul 2014

Managed the accounting department for the $250 million services contractor; functions included accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and banking relationships. Ensured timely processing and reporting of financial data, prepared and evaluated financial statements, and performed required analyses. Established, reviewed, and implemented finance and accounting policies and procedures. Managed key balance sheet items, disseminated accurate and timely financial reports to management, coordinated overall company budgets, ensured integrity of journal entries, and interacted with internal & external auditors. Managed a staff of 5 employees. Show less

Senior Internal Auditor

• Mar 2009 - Jun 2010

Scheduled, planned, and performed financial and operational audits. Evaluated internal controls, performed independent research and analysis, reviewed accounting procedures to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as generally accepted accounting principles.

Accounting Manager

• Nov 2008 - Feb 2009

Managed the accounting operations in a manufacturing environment; including timely coordination of month-end closing and reporting, management of cash, reconciliation of ledgers to sub ledgers, journal entry approval, review of financial entries and reports for errors and inconsistencies, and the performance of detailed general ledger account analyses. Overall responsibility for the Balance Sheet and the associated analysis of its presentation, including but not limited to Cash, Inventory, Fixed Assets, and Accounts Payable. Managed the accounts payable function, including vendor relationship and issue resolution. Facilitated the identification of potential process improvements and worked with vendors to implements changes. Directed the disbursement of cash for domestic and foreign purchases. Managed the development of annual operating expense and manpower budgets, quarterly forecasts and long range financial plans. Supervised and provided professional development of 4 employees. Show less

Accounting Manager

• Jul 2004 - Nov 2008

Managed corporate accounting functions; including the timely coordination of month-end closing, reconciliation of ledgers to sub-ledgers, journal entry approval, preparation of bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations with various J&J affiliates, and the performance of detailed general ledger account analyses. Served as business partner with all Johnson & Johnson Affiliates, Information Management, Third Party Vendors, and Finance Business Services to facilitate the identification of potential process improvements and implemented changes resulting in cost savings and the reduction of cycle times. Key contributor to the development of the departmental budget. Responsible for all aspects of Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance and Internal Audits for the Finance Business Services Group (Payroll, Accounts Payable, Expense Reporting), including the coordination of the annual activities, defining and assessing the internal control environment, and the creation of the testing strategy. Provided coaching and mentoring to team members promoting self-development and performance management. Show less

Accounting Payroll Manager

• Apr 2001 - Jun 2004

Managed the processing of employee HR and payroll transactions for 10,000 employees. Responsible for all payroll taxes and payroll related accounting, including all cash, payroll liabilities, and intercompany reconciliations. Team leader for the implementation of the Lawson payroll system to over 50 J&J affiliates. Partnered with various companywide organizations to identify and implement system enhancements. Implemented technology solutions to streamline processes and increase efficiencies. Also responsible for ad hoc reporting and analysis utilizing report writing software. Show less

Senior Financial Auditor

• Jan 1998 - Mar 2001

Planned, directed, and performed financial, operational, and sensitive issue audits of domestic and international affiliates with sales ranging from $30 to $200 million. Performed detailed analytical reviews of financial statement for proper accounting treatment and appropriateness of account classification. Performed substantive tests of account balances and internal controls. Prepared audit reports and presented findings and recommendations to management. Supervised and mentored audit staff on all assignments. Show less

Auditor

• Nov 1991 - Dec 1997

Performed internal control assessments and various types of audits, including, contract, acquisition and logistics, financial, and policy and operations management audits. Prepared audit programs, working papers, area summaries, and final reports. Performed internal control assessments and various types of audits, including, contract, acquisition and logistics, financial, and policy and operations management audits. Prepared audit programs, working papers, area summaries, and final reports.