Jeffrey R. John
Lexington,KY
Summary
Finance professional with extensive experience in managing multi-site operations and financial planning. Known for driving process improvements and optimizing resource allocation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving high-impact results. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, proficient in financial reporting and strategic planning.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Controller – (Automotive and Packaging Regions)
The Sherwin-Williams Company
03.2011 - Current
- Responsible for various regions including the Richmond KY Paint Plant, Massillon OH Paint Plant, Massillon DSC, Rochester PA Packaging Plant, Garland TX Packaging Plant, Birmingham AL Packaging Plant
- Manage two Financial Managers, two Financial Analysts and the System Administrator
- Manage the development of the annual operating plan and all supporting schedules for all sites ($155M annual operating expense)
- Complete monthly financial forecasts for the plants and distribution center
- Prepare monthly general ledger entries and manage annual physical inventory to maintain an accurate and timely accounting of division financial information for multiple sites
- Analytical review and variance analysis of monthly site financial reports
- Present and review of all financial information with vice president and staff during monthly meetings
- Review internal controls to protect assets, maintain accuracy in records, and report accurate information
- Special assignments including cost savings and lean projects to support division goals
- Develop an efficient, effective, flexible, and competent department through training and support of team
- Utilize systems, tools, and processes to achieve and exceed region cost savings goals
- Identified $257k in cost savings in 2022 due to duplicate utility payments and duplicate inventory receipts
- Review and approve all capital project requests and internal rates of return for accuracy
- Analyze and validate cost savings projects
Administrative/Accounting Manager
The Sherwin-Williams Company
10.2003 - 03.2011
- Managed one professional employee and 15 administrative employees over three shifts
- Responsible for transportation billing, accounts receivable, DSC billing, DSC receiving, inventory control, special projects, payroll for DSC employees/CTS drivers, purchasing of all expense items, accounts payable, customer service, and routing
- Developed annual operating budgets for the DSC and CTS
- Completed monthly and annual forecasts
- Controlled spending for both the DSC and CTS to achieve budgeted goals
- Member of the VPP Safety Observation committee
- Lead the annual physical inventory
- Six Sigma Greenbelt certification in April 2007
- Completed monthly closing including analysis of results, submission of all monthly accruals, and account reconciliations
- Prepared capital spending requests and managed the capital budget
- ISO 9001 Management Representative
Advanced Corporate Staff Auditor
The Sherwin-Williams Company
05.2003 - 10.2003
- Corporate Staff Auditor but in more of a leadership role and responsible for additional special projects
Pricing Analyst (Chemical Coatings)
The Sherwin-Williams Company
05.2002 - 05.2003
- Completed all Chemical Coatings pricing including transfer, standard, and store cost, and provided the field with accurate and consistent quotes
- Prepared pricing related financial reviews and analysis
- Provided pricing support for sales force and completed customer reviews and analysis
- Participated in a new system rollout to powder plants and trained employees in the following areas: cost roll-ups, inventory adjustments, customer setup, invoicing, order entry, raw material and finished good setup, and shipping
Corporate Staff Auditor
The Sherwin-Williams Company
09.2000 - 05.2002
- Conducted financial and operational audits of Manufacturing Facilities, Distribution Centers, Departmental Offices, General Accounting, and other corporate functions
- Interacted extensively with key decision makers including Managers, Directors, and Vice Presidents
- Identified cost reductions and internal control weaknesses and provided management with recommendations for efficient operations
- Performed audits in a team environment consisting of three to four auditors
- Developed a sound understanding of many operational areas including production, order entry, inventory control, purchasing, shipping, and receiving
Field Auditor
The Sherwin-Williams Company
08.1998 - 09.2000
- Conducted financial and operational audits of company owned retail and commercial stores
- Evaluated company policies and procedures and ensured controls were maintained over company assets
- Responsible for audit completion in assigned audit zone to include special requests, follow-up, loss prevention assistance, and inventory variance reviews
- Worked independent of immediate supervision and was utilized as a training auditor for new employees
Inside Sales Associate
The Sherwin-Williams Company
12.1995 - 06.1998
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Finance, Economics
University of Louisiana
Lafayette, LA07.1998
Skills
- Budget management
- Financial analysis
- Cost control
- Forecasting
- Performance metrics
- Team leadership
- Operational efficiency
- Internal audits
- Variance analysis
- Financial reporting
- Data analysis
- Expense reduction
- Operational planning
- Continuous improvement
- Performance evaluation
- Staff training
- Inventory management
- Expense forecasting
Timeline
Area Controller – (Automotive and Packaging Regions)
The Sherwin-Williams Company
03.2011 - Current
Administrative/Accounting Manager
The Sherwin-Williams Company
10.2003 - 03.2011
Advanced Corporate Staff Auditor
The Sherwin-Williams Company
05.2003 - 10.2003
Pricing Analyst (Chemical Coatings)
The Sherwin-Williams Company
05.2002 - 05.2003
Corporate Staff Auditor
The Sherwin-Williams Company
09.2000 - 05.2002
Field Auditor
The Sherwin-Williams Company
08.1998 - 09.2000
Inside Sales Associate
The Sherwin-Williams Company
12.1995 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Finance, Economics
University of Louisiana
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