Christopher McGowan
Elk Grove Village,IL
Summary
Professional with focus on financial management and strategic planning, prepared for leadership roles. Notable achievements in optimizing accounting operations and driving financial initiatives. Valued for teamwork, adaptability, and financial acumen.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Island Hemp Company, LLC
11.2020 - 02.2025
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Streamlined annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Developed comprehensive financial models to support management in forecasting and scenario analysis.
- Oversaw management of payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing for all employees.
- Fostered relationships with external stakeholders, including investors, banks, and regulatory agencies, to support business objectives.
Assistant Controller
Bell Fuels Inc.
11.2009 - 03.2020
- Ensured integrity of general ledger accounts through regular reconciliations, adjustments, and detailed documentation.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration by partnering with other departments on special projects aimed at improving overall company performance.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures, reducing time spent on manual tasks and increasing efficiency.
- Assisted in the preparation of accurate financial statements, supporting company growth and decisionmaking.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions with a focus on timely payment processing while minimizing bad debt exposure.
- Implemented new accounting software systems, improving data accuracy and reducing processing time.
- Created ad-hoc reports for upper management to support decision making during critical business periods.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 70 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, ILSkills
- Preparing financial statements
- Cash flow management
- Payroll processing
- Audit preparation
- Accounting management
- Bookkeeping
- Strategic planning
- Month-end closing
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork
Timeline
Controller
Island Hemp Company, LLC
11.2020 - 02.2025
Assistant Controller
Bell Fuels Inc.
11.2009 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
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