Cimberlie Brinkley
North Augusta,SC
Summary
Accomplished and motivated senior executive with proven success in developing, implementing and optimizing business processes to enhance long-term profitability. Astute leader with a strategic mindset demonstrated over 30+ year Finance & Accounting career.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VP of Finance & Accounting
Kill Cliff
Atlanta, GA
12.2016 - Current
- Developed strategic plans to align business objectives with the company's long-term goals.
- Managed a team of professionals, providing guidance and direction to ensure successful execution of projects.
- Gathered and analyzed data to identify areas for improvement in operations and processes.
- Implemented cost reduction initiatives to enhance profitability.
- Created budgeting models for forecasting future financial performance.
- Established policies and procedures that improved operational efficiency across multiple departments.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms for the organization.
- Spearheaded new sales and marketing strategies, resulting in 257% sales increase over three years.
Consultant
D&C Consulting
North Augusta, SC
05.2016 - 12.2016
- Prepared quarterly forecasts and monthly closing activities.
- Reviewed financial statements on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of reported information.
- Evaluated internal controls over financial reporting processes and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Directed treasury operations including cash management functions; monitored foreign exchange exposure risks.
- Coordinated financial statement reviews to coordinate variance reporting, analysis of year-to-date and forecast performance against expectations.
Chief Financial Officer
FPL Food, LLC
Augusta, GA
07.2007 - 05.2016
- Developed and implemented financial strategies to drive growth, improve profitability, and maximize long-term value.
- Managed company-wide budgets, payroll, accounting and other financial operations.
- Sourced, installed and implemented new accounting systems to streamline operations.
- Conducted regular financial reviews of operations to identify areas for improvement in terms of cost savings or process improvements.
- Directed the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Managed relationships with external auditors and bankers to ensure compliance with all regulations.
- Oversaw cash flow forecasting and management processes.
- Established policies related to internal controls over accounting systems as well as financial processes within the organization.
- Reviewed contracts prior to execution by the company to ensure they are financially sound decisions.
- Grew company sales volume by 200% and employee level by 65% to handle expanded business and growth into new markets.
Controller
Collum's Lumber Products
Allendale, SC
06.2001 - 07.2007
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting.
- Reviewed bank reconciliations on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of data.
- Coordinated audits by external auditors in accordance with GAAP standards.
- Managed month-end closing process including journal entries and account analysis.
- Maintained accurate records of all financial transactions in the general ledger system.
- Assisted in the preparation of tax filings in accordance with local laws.
- Collaborated with IT department to optimize use of software systems for tracking finances.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC08.1992
Skills
- Financial Management
- Performance Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Business Forecasting
- Operational Oversight
- Staff Management
- Policy Development
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Global Management Accountant
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
VP of Finance & Accounting
Kill Cliff
12.2016 - Current
Consultant
D&C Consulting
05.2016 - 12.2016
Chief Financial Officer
FPL Food, LLC
07.2007 - 05.2016
Controller
Collum's Lumber Products
06.2001 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Winthrop University