Lauren Thayer
Bridgewater,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented financial controller known for strong financial analysis and reporting skills. Expertise in managing accounts payable and receivable, with a commitment to optimizing financial processes and ensuring compliance. A collaborative team player with the ability to proactively multitask, prioritize and meet critical deadlines with enthusiasm
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Controller
Cotti-Johnson HVAC Inc
Taunton, MA
09.2021 - Current
- Serve as the financial advisor to the President/Owner providing insight and recommendations on financial performance and growth opportunities.
- Conduct weekly management meetings to discuss business planning initiatives and to contribute financial perspective to operational decisions.
- Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger reconciliations.
- Manage financial reporting processes to ensure accuracy and conduct monthly review of financial results with ownership.
- Analyze financial data, identifying trends and providing actionable insights for decision-making.
- Manage a team of two accounting professionals as well as the Fleet Manager, providing guidance, support, and ongoing training to ensure continued growth and development.
- Manage payroll processing and all HR administrative tasks
Assistant to the CEO
Charm Medical
Pembroke, MA
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Led monthly financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Ensured integrity of general ledger accounts through regular reconciliations, adjustments, and detailed documentation.
Senior Accountant
The Rockport Group
Newton, MA
05.2015 - 05.2020
- Maintained and reconciled all balance sheet accounts
- Designated as the lead contact for external bank and financial audits
- Mentored junior accountants, fostering professional growth and improving team performance.
- Led the cross functional teams responsible for data migration, validation, testing and implementation of the company's SAP ERP software
Manager Financial Accounting and AR
The Adidas Group/ Reebok International
Canton, MA
04.2001 - 05.2015
- Managed 16 person staff which was responsible for customer invoicing and cash application which exceeded $700 million annually
- Identified, developed, and implemented business process improvements that streamlined processing and maximized speed which resulted in increased efficiency and cost savings
- Created new policies and documented revised procedures for training purposes
- Coordinated annual internal control review for Reebok's North American region
- Oversaw all 3rd party royalty payments, calculations, and reporting which lead to decreased audit risk
Assistant Divisional Controller
Browning-Ferris Industries
Fall River, MA
06.1992 - 04.2001
- Directly responsible for all accounting functions for six operating locations including hauling companies, transfer stations, and landfills
Education
Bachelor of Science -
SE Massachusetts University
North Dartmouth, MA05-1992
Skills
- Internal controls
- Cash flow management
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Tax compliance
- Quickbooks, SAGE, SAP
Timeline
Financial Controller
Cotti-Johnson HVAC Inc
09.2021 - Current
Assistant to the CEO
Charm Medical
09.2020 - 09.2021
Senior Accountant
The Rockport Group
05.2015 - 05.2020
Manager Financial Accounting and AR
The Adidas Group/ Reebok International
04.2001 - 05.2015
Assistant Divisional Controller
Browning-Ferris Industries
06.1992 - 04.2001
Bachelor of Science -
SE Massachusetts University