George Wilson
Calumet City,IL
Summary
Motivated Director of Finance promoting more than 15 years of proficiency in identifying and analyzing trends and partnering with other departmental leaders. Action-oriented individual with experience tracking actual business results against plans, including acquisitions. Offering exceptional issue resolution and staff training skills.
To obtain a challenging and rewarding position as a finance or operations director that will allow me to utilize my knowledge and expertise in the business/finance setting.
- Fundamental accounting knowledge - Efficient, detail-oriented, highly organized - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Proficient in QuickBooks, Oracle, ADP PC/Payroll for Windows, FileMaker Pro, Microsoft Office Suite, CUFS financials, Fund E-Z, Salesforce & Accounting Seed
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance & Operations
Project SYNCERE
Chicago, IL
01.2021 - Current
- Managed a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing more efficient software systems and optimizing data management.
- Optimized cash flow management through diligent monitoring of receivables, payables, and investment activities.
- Developed accurate monthly forecasts using historical data trends combined with current market conditions for enhanced decision-making capabilities.
- Consolidated financial statements for multiple subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards.
- Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
Director of Finance
Project SYNCERE
01.2009 - 01.2021
- Managed a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development.
- Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
- Optimized cash flow management through diligent monitoring of receivables, payables, and investment activities.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing more efficient software systems and optimizing data management.
- Developed accurate monthly forecasts using historical data trends combined with current market conditions for enhanced decision-making capabilities.
- Consolidated financial statements for multiple subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards.
- Negotiated favorable vendor contracts by leveraging strong analytical skills and industry knowledge for competitive advantage.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
Financial Assistant
Northwestern University
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Managed federal and non-federal grants for 10 faculty members
- Processed payroll and visas for students and Postdoctoral fellows
- Prepared monthly financial reports for all faculty members and all grants
- Supervised accounting assistants in the department
- Worked with ASRSP to maintain financial integrity involved with spending and reporting to the granting agencies.
- Reconciled statements and accounts and resolved variances.
- Supported clients'' needs by providing timely responses to inquiries regarding account status or transactions processed.
Department Assistant
Northwestern University
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Assisted Department Manager with the everyday opera3ons in the Department of Finance
- Processed expense reports and purchase orders for staff
- Processed s3pend payments for Graduate Students and interns
- Monthly repor3ng for all individual spending accounts.
Accounting Assistant
Northwestern University
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Processed payroll s3pends and tui3on payments for PhD students
- Managed the purchasing process for lab materials
- Prepared monthly reports for all lab spending accounts
- Assisted with the department budget prepara3on and maintenance.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance Concentration -
Central State University
05.1999
Skills
- Cash Flow Management
- Audit management
- Working capital management
- Cost Control
Timeline
Director of Finance & Operations
Project SYNCERE
01.2021 - Current
Director of Finance
Project SYNCERE
01.2009 - 01.2021
Financial Assistant
Northwestern University
01.2007 - 01.2010
Department Assistant
Northwestern University
01.2005 - 01.2007
Accounting Assistant
Northwestern University
01.2003 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance Concentration -
Central State University