- Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Participating in local clean-up initiatives
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Outdoor Recreation
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Volunteering
- Fundraising Events
- Team Sports
- Yoga
- Camping
- Environmental Conservation Projects
Dean Knoodle
Flushing
Summary
Accomplished finance manager specializing in budget forecasting and financial analysis. Recognized for effectively mentoring finance teams and implementing compliance measures that drive efficiency and support strategic business objectives.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Finance
Mott Children's Health Center
Flint, MI
01.2005 - Current
- Led comprehensive financial analysis to support data-driven decision-making for operational enhancements.
- Developed and implemented financial strategies to optimize budget allocation and resource utilization.
- Streamlined budgeting processes, improving efficiency in forecasting and resource management.
- Analyzed revenue streams and expenditures to identify cost-saving opportunities across departments.
- Mentored finance team members on best practices for financial reporting and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with organizational objectives.
- Oversaw preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution to stakeholders.
- Evaluated investment opportunities, providing strategic recommendations to senior management for growth initiatives.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
Accounting Manager
Flint Jewish Federation
Flint, MI
08.1998 - 12.2004
- Led financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Managed budgeting activities, aligning resources with organizational goals and operational needs.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, enhancing accuracy and timeliness of financial transactions.
- Developed financial forecasts, providing strategic insights to support decision-making for leadership team.
- Implemented internal controls to safeguard assets and improve operational efficiencies within the finance department.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures, reducing processing time while maintaining accuracy of financial statements.
- Mentored junior staff in accounting principles, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with broader organizational objectives and initiatives.
Business Manager
The Salvation Army
Flint, MI
10.1988 - 08.1998
- Streamlined workflow processes resulting in improved team productivity and service quality.
- Analyzed performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
- Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
- Oversaw financial operations, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Successfully managed organizational change initiatives, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while achieving desired outcomes.
- Drafted reports and documents to improve correspondence management, schedule coordination and recordkeeping.
- Anticipated financial impact from operational issues and worked with leadership to develop solutions.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, improving profit margins without sacrificing quality.
- Instituted a data-driven approach to decision-making, leveraging analytics to guide business strategies.
- Streamlined operations, reducing overhead costs with comprehensive budget management.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Baker College
Flint, MI06-1990
Skills
- Financial management
- Budgeting expertise
- Financial reporting
- Budget forecasting
- Budget planning
- Capital budgeting
- Cash flow management
- Revenue recognition
- Investment analysis
- Portfolio management
- Financial audits
- Financial reporting
- Consolidation accounting
- P&L tracking
- Internal controls
- Reporting systems
- Regulatory compliance
- GAAP
- Fraud prevention
- Continuous improvement
- Department oversight
- Business forecasting
- Project finance
- Controls system maintenance
- Sustainable business models
- Attention to detail
- Planning and coordination
- Prioritization and planning
- Improvement recommendations
- Team leadership
- Prioritizing and planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Eager to learn
- Critical thinking
- Data analysis
- Process implementation
- Skilled in [software]
- Proficient in [software]
- Financial reporting
- Goal setting
- Process implementation
- Data analysis
Affiliations
United Way of Genesee County Finance Committee.
Optimist Club of Downtown Flint
Mott Community College Alumni Association
The Salvation Army - ARC
Interests
Timeline
Manager of Finance
Mott Children's Health Center
01.2005 - Current
Accounting Manager
Flint Jewish Federation
08.1998 - 12.2004
Business Manager
The Salvation Army
10.1988 - 08.1998
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Baker College