Matthew C. Cummings
Holden,USA
Summary
Accounting professional with over 15 years in governmental and corporate settings. Expertise in financial reporting, grant compliance, and internal controls. Proven track record in managing audits, optimizing processes, and leading departmental budgets while ensuring adherence to GASB standards. Over 8 years of experience leading a team and growing staff.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Controller
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
Boston, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Assisted Controller in managing financial operations, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Collaborate with division managers and CFO on departmental budgets and financial planning.
- Oversee grant financial management, budgeting, compliance monitoring, and reporting.
- Maintain compliance with GASB standards and Uniform Guidance for federal and state grants, safeguarding organizational integrity.
- Coordinate annual audits, prepare schedules, financial statements, and respond to auditor inquiries.
- Supervise accounting staff, providing training, evaluations, and coaching.
- Identified and implemented process improvements to enhance internal controls and optimize financial systems.
- Stay current on regulatory changes and implement adjustments to maintain compliance.
Financial Manager
Concord Municipal Light Plant
Concord, USA
08.2018 - 08.2024
- Prepared and presented budgets and quarterly financials to governing board, aligning financial strategies with organizational goals.
- Managed team of three accountants to ensure accurate GL, AP, timekeeping, and timely monthly/annual closing.
- Designed and implemented new internal controls improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Acted as the primary contact with external auditors and coordinated audit documentation.
- Led digital transformation of timekeeping and work order processes.
- Key decision-maker during ERP conversion from MS-DOS system.
- Developed and maintained system security architecture for accounting software.
Senior Accountant
City of Mesa
Mesa, USA
11.2015 - 07.2018
- Managed debt compliance and continuing disclosures, facilitating timely bond rating documentation for financial assessments.
- Oversaw accounting for capital assets, debt, and community facilities districts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Prepared and reconciled portions of CAFR for audit presentation.
- Implemented ERP upgrades and created custom reports using CGI Advantage, enhancing data visibility and reporting efficiency.
- Supervised staff and conducted performance evaluations.
Senior Accountant
Butler Hansen, P.C.
Gilbert, USA
01.2014 - 11.2015
- Conducted audits, reviews, and compilations for not-for-profit and governmental entities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Presented attestation reports and improvement plans to governing boards, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Developed standardized templates that streamlined audit engagement processes.
- Trained new hires on audit procedures and standards.
Engagement Director
CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
Phoenix, USA
09.2007 - 12.2013
- Executed audits and reviews for for-profit, not-for-profit, and governmental entities, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Prepared CAFRs, financial statements, Single Audit reports, and compliance reports, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Proposed and implemented improvements to audit processes, including transition to paperless audits.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff and clients on emerging accounting standards, enhancing understanding and application.
- Managed audit teams of up to seven staff on diverse engagements.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI06-2018
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Governmental accounting
- Grant compliance
- Budget development
- Cost allocation
- Internal Controls & Process Improvement
- ERP implementation
- Advanced Excel skills
- Staff Supervision & Training
- Communication coordination
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Internal controls
Timeline
Assistant Controller
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
09.2024 - Current
Financial Manager
Concord Municipal Light Plant
08.2018 - 08.2024
Senior Accountant
City of Mesa
11.2015 - 07.2018
Senior Accountant
Butler Hansen, P.C.
01.2014 - 11.2015
Engagement Director
CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
09.2007 - 12.2013
BBA - Accounting
Western Michigan University