Pro-active and results-orientated with broad experience in all aspects of accounting and financial management within the construction and architectural design environment. Demonstrated hands-on management style in the development and implementation of strategic plans to ensure company growth. Solid planning and organizational skills necessary for coordinating all aspects of each project from inception through completion. Focus on the big picture, planning appropriate ongoing strategies in achieving desired results. Well disciplined with proven ability to manage multiple assignments efficiently under pressure while meeting tight deadline schedule. Strong team builder, fostering an atmosphere that encourages maximum production from staff and associates. Ascertains needs and goals, streamlines operations with constant focus on the bottom line. Talent in turning around unprofitable operations through new concepts and envisioning future trends. Effective communicator, committing people to action conveying pertinent company objectives and goals. Computer literate. ________________________________________________________________________________________________
Professional Experience / Accomplishments
Hunter Construction Services, Inc. – Deerfield Beach, FL
Chief Financial Officer 2008 – 2009
Oversee daily accounting activities of $ 25 million commercial/structural general contractor. Handle accounting functions of two property management firms. Responsibilities include cash management, accounts receivable, collections, payroll, human resources and overall job cost analysis. Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports for President. Supervise staff of 4.
Woolem’s Inc. – West Palm Beach, Florida
Controller 2004 – 2007
Oversee daily accounting activities of $25 million residential general contractor. Implemented new systems, procedures and reporting functions including company wide construction software package. Responsibilities include cash management, accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable and overall job cost analysis of each project. Key in making decisions regarding general liability, workmen’s compensation insurance including benefits to our employees. Oversee payroll and human resources departments. Supervise staff of 8.
JWR Construction Services, Inc. – Deerfield Beach, Florida
Chief Financial Officer 1993 – 2004
Overall authority for the financial operation of $22 million commercial general contractor and design/build organization with six sub entities including a stand alone architectural firm, several holding companies, property management firm and two development firms. Responsibilities include budget preparation, administration, audit and tax functions, monthly closing of books of record, account reconciliation and journal entry adjustments. Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports summarizing and forecasting company business activities and financial position with reference to income, expenses and earnings. Development of financial statements. Analysis of business trends and daily operating costs. Close working relationships with outside accounting firms, auditors and other pertinent support firms. Supervises, leads and supports staff of 7.
 Transformed, providing financial, accounting and administrative expertise, in growth from $4 million to $22 million annually.
 Implementation of company-wide software program integrating all facets of organizations activities from contract initiation through estimating to project completion.
 Key operational employee in decision making process regarding 401K Plans, Health and Employee Benefits Packages, Workers Compensation, General Liability and Bonding issues.
 Implemented extensive contract review procedures ensuring organizational compliance and systems requirements.
 Implemented successful organization wide systems for billing, collections, job cost analysis, payroll, personnel and legal issues.
RTKL Associates, Inc. – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Regional Office Manager 1990 – 1991
International architectural design firm with principal offices in Baltimore, Maryland. Largest office within company structure consisting of more than 35 architects and supporting staff. Duties and responsibilities included extensive interaction with clients, vendors and corporate headquarters. Oversight of all support and administrative staff. Further duties included the accounting functions of payroll and payables.
NICO Industries, Inc. – Atlanta, Georgia – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Branch Administrator 1980 – 1989
National commercial general contractor with revenues over 300 million. Branch Administrator in the Atlanta office which generated over 15 million in revenue. Promoted and relocated to the Ft. Lauderdale, FL. to oversee branch with revenue of 30 million. Instrumental in the design and implementation of accounting procedures, functions and report generation company wide. Daily responsibilities included billing, collections, cash receipts, accounts payable with an administrative staff of 10 employees. Monthly review of work-in-progress schedule and all corresponding computer generated reports. Extensive interaction with company executives at all levels company wide on profitability, job costing and maintenance of systems.
Education / Specialized Training / Computer Skills / Professional Affiliation
• A.A. Degree, Business Management/Accounting – Dekalb Community College, Decatur, Georgia
• Annual continuing education seminars, conventions and programs in accounting/financial, personnel and construction management disciplines.
• Windows environment – Timberline, Excel, Microsoft Office, DataPro, Spectrum (previously ForeFront) Computer Ease. Ability to integrate with hands-on conversions of new system introductions for seamless operations.
• NAWIC – National Association of Women in Construction
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