DIANE M. HAYS
Chippewa Falls,WI
Summary
Professional consultant with proven ability to drive impactful business outcomes through strategic planning and analysis. Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams and delivering comprehensive solutions that align with client needs. Valued for adaptability, collaboration, and results-driven mindset, with expertise in project management and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Consultant
Alta Vista Technology LLC
Royal Oak, MI
01.2019 - Current
- In this role I manage projects and prepare specifications for customizations. I implement, support and update Microsoft Dynamics GP and BC. I maintain and update custom programs for Dynamics GP clients using Dexterity and Visual Basic for Applications. I assist clients with maintaining and optimizing their SQL Server databases. I create and modify reports using SSRS, Excel and Word. I have completed Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central implementations as a lead consultant.
Financial Director/Business Systems Analyst
Dynamic Fitness & Strength LLC
Eau Claire, WI
06.2014 - 12.2018
- In this position I managed the finances of the company and the accounting / IT staff. I worked closely with the owners, general manager and the operations manager to get reports and data as needed to help them make management decisions. I implemented accounting processes and documented them. I wrote and maintained custom programs utilizing Dexterity and VBA; modified and created reports using SSRS, Report Writer and Excel Report Builder; updated and supported the ERP system; researched and prepared ROIs, recommended and implemented new manufacturing shop floor reporting software; prepared the annual budget; supervised the year-end inventory count, created training documentation and trained end-users when needed.
Senior Consultant/Developer
Wipfli LLP
Eau Claire, WI
09.1997 - 07.2014
- In this position I managed projects and prepared specifications for customizations. I installed, implemented, supported and did upgrades on Microsoft Dynamics GP software. I wrote custom programs using Dexterity and Visual Basic for Applications. I assisted clients with maintaining and optimizing their SQL Server databases. I created and modified reports using SSRS, Report Writer and Excel Report Builder. I also assisted clients as a controller and acted as a liaison between the Accountants and Developers.
Accountant
McMahon, Schleifer & Wood/W.J. Bauman Associates, Ltd.
Eau Claire, WI
10.1988 - 09.1997
- In these positions I prepared financial statements, completed bank reconciliations, prepared payroll tax reports and prepared property tax reports for clients. I also assisted W.J. Bauman Associates Ltd. with an accounting software implementation moving data from an AS400 to Client/Server accounting software Creative Solutions Inc.
Education
MBA - Project Management
Lakeland College
Sheboygan, WI01-2016
Bachelors Degree - Computer Science
Lakeland College
Sheboygan, WI01-2002
Bachelors Degree - Accounting
Lakeland College
Sheboygan, WI01-1997
Associate Degree - Accounting
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI01-1988
Skills
- Excellent at communication
- High problem solving aptitude
- Effective leadership
- Hands on management style
- Extensive computer systems knowledge
- Teamwork mindset
- Project documentation
- Project management
- Technology integration
- Employee supervision
- Supply chain logistics
- Systems/business analysis
- Software implementations
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
- Sage Intacct
- Microsoft Dynamics GP
- Microsoft SQL Server–SQL Query language
- Microsoft Report Builder
- Microsoft Office Products & Power BI
- Microsoft Dexterity
- Microsoft Management Reporter
- Business awareness in many industries including but not limited to: Manufacturing; Distribution; Healthcare; Not-for-profits; Service industries; Aerospace; Biotechnology; Banking & Financial; Professional Services; Sports teams; Retail
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant
- Microsoft MB-800 – Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant
- Sage Intacct – Certified Implementation Consultant
Timeline
Senior Consultant
Alta Vista Technology LLC
01.2019 - Current
Financial Director/Business Systems Analyst
Dynamic Fitness & Strength LLC
06.2014 - 12.2018
Senior Consultant/Developer
Wipfli LLP
09.1997 - 07.2014
Accountant
McMahon, Schleifer & Wood/W.J. Bauman Associates, Ltd.
10.1988 - 09.1997
Bachelors Degree - Computer Science
Lakeland College
Bachelors Degree - Accounting
Lakeland College
Associate Degree - Accounting
Chippewa Valley Technical College
MBA - Project Management
Lakeland College
AWARDS
1997-Edward Rutledge Foundation Scholarship for Academic Achievement – Lakeland College, 2017-Rock Star Award-Dynamic Fitness & Strength LLC