Steve Devereux, CMA, CSCA
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Credentials
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Certified in Strategy and Competitive Analysis
CSCA® (Certified in Strategy and Competitive Analysis)May, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants)Apr, 2018- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Concentric
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United States
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Security and Investigations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Controller
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May 2020 - Present
Security Services and Risk Consultancy Privately-held Operations include: Executive Protection Art Transfers Secure Driving and Transport Intelligence Analysis Strategic Vetting Risk Consulting Program Design & Methodology Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) Delivered directly, or through, Embedded Staffing Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Domestic offices in Seattle and San Francisco Presence in Canada. Established… Show more Security Services and Risk Consultancy Privately-held Operations include: Executive Protection Art Transfers Secure Driving and Transport Intelligence Analysis Strategic Vetting Risk Consulting Program Design & Methodology Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) Delivered directly, or through, Embedded Staffing Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Domestic offices in Seattle and San Francisco Presence in Canada. Established international offices in Ireland and Singapore in 2022. At director level I report to the VP, Finance Supervise team of six people in Core Accounting Operations Functions include: A/P A/R & Collections Banking (U.S., Canada, Ireland, Singapore) Financial Accounting Project Margin Analysis Tax Accounting CPA Firm audit liaison - 5 firms Adopted ASC 606, ASC 842, Singapore FRS. Point person on Legal Entity creation/dissolution. Financial statements raised from internal only to Compilation. Raised again after two years from Compilation to Review. I brought in Consolidation for Intercompany and Joint Venture activity. Show less Security Services and Risk Consultancy Privately-held Operations include: Executive Protection Art Transfers Secure Driving and Transport Intelligence Analysis Strategic Vetting Risk Consulting Program Design & Methodology Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) Delivered directly, or through, Embedded Staffing Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Domestic offices in Seattle and San Francisco Presence in Canada. Established… Show more Security Services and Risk Consultancy Privately-held Operations include: Executive Protection Art Transfers Secure Driving and Transport Intelligence Analysis Strategic Vetting Risk Consulting Program Design & Methodology Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) Delivered directly, or through, Embedded Staffing Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Domestic offices in Seattle and San Francisco Presence in Canada. Established international offices in Ireland and Singapore in 2022. At director level I report to the VP, Finance Supervise team of six people in Core Accounting Operations Functions include: A/P A/R & Collections Banking (U.S., Canada, Ireland, Singapore) Financial Accounting Project Margin Analysis Tax Accounting CPA Firm audit liaison - 5 firms Adopted ASC 606, ASC 842, Singapore FRS. Point person on Legal Entity creation/dissolution. Financial statements raised from internal only to Compilation. Raised again after two years from Compilation to Review. I brought in Consolidation for Intercompany and Joint Venture activity. Show less
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ThriftBooks
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United States
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Technology, Information and Internet
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200 - 300 Employee
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Assistant Controller
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Nov 2019 - May 2020
Online Used Book Retailer Owned by Private Equity based in L.A. Fulfillment Centers in: Atlanta Baltimore Chicago Dallas Phoenix Portland Reno St. Louis Major facilities capable of holding 2-million books Traditional inventory aided by proprietary algorithm and online distribution Focused my attention on: Payroll Review Business Personal Property Tax Sales Tax filings following the Mayfair ruling Online Used Book Retailer Owned by Private Equity based in L.A. Fulfillment Centers in: Atlanta Baltimore Chicago Dallas Phoenix Portland Reno St. Louis Major facilities capable of holding 2-million books Traditional inventory aided by proprietary algorithm and online distribution Focused my attention on: Payroll Review Business Personal Property Tax Sales Tax filings following the Mayfair ruling
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The Gisborne Group
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Canada
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Controller
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Apr 2009 - Aug 2019
Industrial Construction and Fire Protection Contractor Key Industries by Division: Industrial Construction - Forestry, Mining, Energy, Energy, Ports, Terminals, and Manufacturing Fire Protection - Commercial, Residential, and Institutional Largest completed project at Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, British Columbia ($100-million). Scope included: Earthworks, Foundation, Structural Steel, Mechanical, Piping, and Architectural… Show more Industrial Construction and Fire Protection Contractor Key Industries by Division: Industrial Construction - Forestry, Mining, Energy, Energy, Ports, Terminals, and Manufacturing Fire Protection - Commercial, Residential, and Institutional Largest completed project at Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, British Columbia ($100-million). Scope included: Earthworks, Foundation, Structural Steel, Mechanical, Piping, and Architectural Finishes. Privately-held Reported to the Chief Financial Officer (shareholder) Supervised team of eight people in Core Accounting Operations Functions include: A/P A/R & Collections Banking Financial Accounting Project Cost & Billings Tax Accounting CPA Firm audit liaison Payroll (union) - CLAC, USWA Financial statements audited at consolidated level each year Managed the finance and insurance for the fleet of Company Vehicles Ran the telecommunications program for landline, cellular, and job site Internet (coaxial/satellite). Leased equipment for site offices.
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Assistant Controller
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Apr 2007 - Apr 2009
*Promoted* Grew to become the database administrator of Sage 300 CRE (Timberline) - a responsibility held for 12 years. • Advanced report designer • Created user profiles and maintained security groups • Setup data folders for payroll and linked to consolidated results • Archived old data • Upgraded software at server & workstations
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Independent Supply Company BC
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Canada
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Wholesale
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1 - 100 Employee
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Financial Accountant
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Feb 2006 - Apr 2007
HVAC-R Wholesale Supplier A Division of EMCO Corporation (https://emco.ca/) Eight sales branches across Canada Reported to the Controller Responsible for: Month-end close (fast 3-day deadline) Daily sales report of the month-end projection Year-end close CPA Firm audit liaison HVAC-R Wholesale Supplier A Division of EMCO Corporation (https://emco.ca/) Eight sales branches across Canada Reported to the Controller Responsible for: Month-end close (fast 3-day deadline) Daily sales report of the month-end projection Year-end close CPA Firm audit liaison
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Almatis
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Germany
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Chemical Manufacturing
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200 - 300 Employee
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Accountant
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Feb 2005 - Feb 2006
Specialty Chemicals Manufacturer A former business unit of Alcoa (https://www.alcoa.com/global/en/home/) sold to Private Equity - Rhone Capital backed by Ontario Teacher's. Almatis was split into three divisions and sold separately The largest division is still named Almatis ($650-million Revenue per year) I reported to a Global Controller, one of two, My skill set in Excel led to assignments at the highest level of the organization. My supervisor created the… Show more Specialty Chemicals Manufacturer A former business unit of Alcoa (https://www.alcoa.com/global/en/home/) sold to Private Equity - Rhone Capital backed by Ontario Teacher's. Almatis was split into three divisions and sold separately The largest division is still named Almatis ($650-million Revenue per year) I reported to a Global Controller, one of two, My skill set in Excel led to assignments at the highest level of the organization. My supervisor created the Data Warehouse with my help that Rhone Capital displayed to potential buyers. I created the monthly leadership report to Rhone. Show less Specialty Chemicals Manufacturer A former business unit of Alcoa (https://www.alcoa.com/global/en/home/) sold to Private Equity - Rhone Capital backed by Ontario Teacher's. Almatis was split into three divisions and sold separately The largest division is still named Almatis ($650-million Revenue per year) I reported to a Global Controller, one of two, My skill set in Excel led to assignments at the highest level of the organization. My supervisor created the… Show more Specialty Chemicals Manufacturer A former business unit of Alcoa (https://www.alcoa.com/global/en/home/) sold to Private Equity - Rhone Capital backed by Ontario Teacher's. Almatis was split into three divisions and sold separately The largest division is still named Almatis ($650-million Revenue per year) I reported to a Global Controller, one of two, My skill set in Excel led to assignments at the highest level of the organization. My supervisor created the Data Warehouse with my help that Rhone Capital displayed to potential buyers. I created the monthly leadership report to Rhone. Show less
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Kraft Heinz
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Inventory Control Clerk
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Jul 2004 - Feb 2005
Food and Beverage Manufacturer Hired to help the Inventory Control team improve their technology skills. Food and Beverage Manufacturer Hired to help the Inventory Control team improve their technology skills.
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Education
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The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Psychology (Honors)
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