Lori Mack
Winnebago,IL
Summary
Accomplished Accounting Professional recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director of Finance
Rock Valley College
09.2022 - Current
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the
- Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
Controller
JL Clark
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Responsible for high-level accounting, managerial accounting, and oversee financial activities of the company
- Manage and supervise all aspects of accounting from fixed assets to tax compliance
- Assist with development of internal control policies, procedures, and financial planning as needed
- Work closely with Business partners and management team to meet financial objectives by creating and managing procedures, policies, controls, and reporting systems
- Manage all accounting functions, including financial reports, cash flow, accounts receivable, accounts payable, closing general ledger
- Lead monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
- Key Accomplishment: Automation of financial statements and reduction of month-end close to 3 days
- Lead on annual audit and no audit adjustments for 2 years.
Accounting Manager
Berner Food & Beverage
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Lead and managed Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll professionals
- Control, monitor and forecast cash flows to meet business and investment needs
- Develop and maintain manufacturing overhead rates and assist in operational budgeting
- Responsible for all aspects of accounting and reporting
- Oversee annual audit to ensure financial and operational compliance
- Preparation and management of borrowing base reporting
- Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements and ensured quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
- Evaluate and apply internal controls to achieve accurate and efficient accounting systems
- Key Accomplishment: Initiated and orchestrated external audit of sales and use tax with $70k savings
- Following year, completed the internal audit with savings of $30k
- Implemented software to enable company to adhere to ACA reporting.
Senior Accountant
Anchor Harvey Components
01.2005 - 01.2012
- Maintain all aspects of the general ledger including month-end and year-end closing procedures, accruals, and analysis of results while providing exceptional support to internal management and external auditors
- Manage accounts receivable and collection activities, improving DSO
- Develop and present financial statements to senior management
- Manage payroll department
- Develop and maintain annual operating and financial budgets
- Key Accomplishment: Implementation and training of personnel throughout company on new timekeeping system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
Phoenix, AZSkills
- GAAP
- MS Office
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Statements
- BI solutions (DataRails & Prophix)
- Forecast & Budgeting
- Cash Management
- Fixed Asset Management
- Internal Controls
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Staff Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Project Management
Community Service
Rock River Valley Pantry, Board Member, Rockford, IL
Timeline
Executive Director of Finance
Rock Valley College
09.2022 - Current
Controller
JL Clark
01.2018 - 05.2022
Accounting Manager
Berner Food & Beverage
01.2012 - 01.2018
Senior Accountant
Anchor Harvey Components
01.2005 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
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