Michael Fullen, CPA
Grove City
Summary
Highly collaborative Director of Finance with strong skills in statistical analysis and performance. Poised and sharp with skill to translate financial metrics into actionable details. Exceptional performance outlining strategic financial directions for business growth.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance
The Ohio State University
03.2015 - Current
- Responsible for all monthly financial reconciliation and reporting for the Schottenstein Center and Mershon Auditorium Special Events to Senior Leadership.
- Responsible for completion of all Business Advancement monthly reporting.
- Monthly Financial Reporting and Tableau reporting for Trademark and Licensing
- Lead the annual budget process for the Schott.
- Lead Point of Contact for all Schottenstein Center audits, both internal as well as external.
- Workday transition and implementation.
- Finance staff development and training.
- Financial consultant on potential collaborative projects between the University and outside partners.
- Special Event financial reconciliations and projections
- Monthly payroll reconciliations.
- Direct Supervisor for Business Manager at the Schottenstein Center and Fiscal Officer within Department of Athletics
Senior Accountant
Columbus Blue Jackets
08.2012 - 03.2015
- Preparation and reporting of monthly financial statements to Senior Leadership.
- Worked directly with external auditors on all field work, audit questions, and audit responses for annual audited financial statement preparations (3 audits each year).
- Fixed Assets tracking and reporting for both book and tax depreciation.
- Special Event / Game financial reconciliations and reporting.
- Bi-Monthly payroll reconciliations.
- Monthly budget tracking and projections.
Military Police Officer - 95B
United States Army
10.1995 - 10.2008
- Military Police Officer - Specializing in Escort Guard Missions
- Veteran - Operation Fundamental Justice / Operation Enduring Freedom - Afghanistan / Cuba - 2002
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Franklin University
Columbus, OHAssociate of Science - Sports And Fitness Management
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OHSkills
- Certified Public Accountant
- Workday
- Microsoft Excel
- Leadership / Public Speaking
- Basic Tableau Understanding
- Budgetary planning
- Cash analysis and controls
- Internal Controls
- Experience reconciling deferred revenue and expenses to special events
Timeline
Director of Finance
The Ohio State University
03.2015 - Current
Senior Accountant
Columbus Blue Jackets
08.2012 - 03.2015
Military Police Officer - 95B
United States Army
10.1995 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Franklin University
Associate of Science - Sports And Fitness Management
Columbus State Community College