Brought into the $250M company to provide daily management of the accounting department. Identified and implemented strategies to streamline operations, as well as led all financial reporting, compliance, and auditing. * Managed all month-end close procedures, including preparing financial statements, examining variances, and performing balance sheet analysis. * Maximized return on financial assets by establishing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems; ensured adherence and helped guide all financial decision-making. * Increased return while limiting risk by minimizing bank balances and making sound financial decisions. * Provided accurate guidance regarding the company's financial positions by collecting, interpreting, and reporting complex financial data. * Complied with all Federal, state, and local regulatory requirements by keeping up with current and new legislature.