Paige Cunningham
Chesapeake,VA
Work Preference
Summary
Results-driven and technically skilled accounting professional recognized for exceptional accuracy and meticulous attention to detail in managing financial functions. Extensive experience includes accounting management across diverse sectors such as corporate, project, construction, and manufacturing, as well as expertise in navigating the complexities of startups and turnarounds. Proven ability to establish and nurture relationships with suppliers and customers while building and mentoring high-performing, self-sustaining teams. Adept at streamlining procedures to enhance operational efficiency, demonstrating strong organizational and analytical skills in managing complex projects within dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance
Q-Free America Inc.
Chesapeake, VA
03.2019 - Current
- Facilitated process improvements by automating manual tasks, increasing efficiency within the finance function.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient budgeting and forecasting systems.
- Mentored junior finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the department.
- Successfully managed multiple audits, ensuring accurate financial information was presented to external parties without discrepancies or delays.
- Established strong relationships with banking partners to facilitate access to essential funding channels.
- Managed company cash flow by monitoring daily transactions and optimizing working capital.
- Improved financial performance through thorough analysis of company expenditures and revenues.
- Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
- Reduced financial risk with comprehensive credit management strategies, strengthening the company''s financial position.
- Implemented internal controls for enhanced compliance with regulatory requirements and reduced errors in reporting.
- Enhanced stakeholder communication by producing clear, concise, and timely financial reports that supported informed decision-making.
- Contributed to long-term planning discussions by providing insightful analysis on industry trends and competitor performance.
- Introduced software tools and process improvements to mitigate loss and drive operational growth.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Spearheaded the implementation of new accounting software solutions, improving data accuracy and streamlining operations across departments.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
- Guided finance team during annual audits, resulting in consistently clean audit reports.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and financial reporting standards, maintaining company's reputation and integrity.
- Implemented cutting-edge financial software, significantly reducing manual errors and increasing efficiency.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement within finance department, encouraging professional development and innovation.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes, significantly enhancing accuracy and timeliness of monthly and annual reports.
Contractor
Independent Accounting Contractor
Norfolk, VA
07.2009 - 03.2019
- Developed comprehensive financial reports utilizing advanced accounting software to enhance client decision-making.
- Analyzed and reconciled complex accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Streamlined accounting processes, improving efficiency and reducing turnaround time for financial statements.
- Collaborated with clients to assess financial needs, delivering tailored solutions that improved overall financial health.
- Implemented new accounting systems, enhancing data integrity and operational effectiveness across multiple projects.
President/CEO
Mid-Atlantic Cabinet Resources
Norfolk, VA
07.2013 - 12.2018
- Oversaw installation projects from initiation to completion. Coordinated with clients to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions. Managed installation teams to achieve project goals efficiently.
- Managed all aspects of cabinet design and installation services, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Assistant
R.W. McAnally Construction
Germantown, MD
07.2009 - 12.2018
- Analyzed financial information and prepared monthly statements to support informed decision-making by management.
- Coordinated tasks related to month-end and year-end close processes, enhancing overall financial accuracy and efficiency.
Sr. Staff Accountant
Continuum Financial
Reston, VA
01.2009 - 07.2009
- Short term project to clean up accounting system after an implementation issue
- Started out as a one to three month cleanup project turned into six months through audit
- Successfully worked with them and the auditors to get them through a successful audit
- Developed customized financial reports tailored to specific stakeholder needs, enabling efficient decision-making processes at all levels of the organization.
- Reduced discrepancies in account balances by thoroughly reviewing and reconciling general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
Sr. Staff Accountant
G4i Consulting- Government Contractor
Sterling, VA
09.2008 - 07.2009
- Led reconciliation of general ledger accounts, enhancing accuracy and reliability of financial statements.
- Developed and implemented internal controls to streamline accounting operations and mitigate risks.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, supporting strategic decision-making for management.
Director of Accounting
LanceSoft, Inc. – Government Contractor
Herndon, VA
01.2007 - 09.2008
- Directed financial reporting and compliance for government contracts, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
- Implemented cost-control measures that optimized budgeting processes across multiple projects.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, streamlining processes to improve cash flow management.
- Mentored junior accounting staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance through training programs.
- Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring timely resolution of issues and facilitating smooth audit processes.
Business Consultant
CFO Solutions – (some Government Contracting)
Vienna, VA
11.2005 - 12.2006
- Evaluated operational processes to pinpoint efficiency enhancements and cost reduction opportunities.
- Engaged with clients to assess needs and establish clear project scopes and deliverables.
- Developed and executed tailored solutions to address unique business needs, boosting client satisfaction.
- Analyzed existing workflows and executed improvement initiatives that significantly increased organizational efficiency.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by delivering expert advice on effective time management and prioritization strategies.
Accounting Manager
Synchris, Inc (formerly known as MAP ROI Systems, Inc.)
Sterling, VA
11.2004 - 08.2005
- Executed full-cycle accounting tasks, including ledger management, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Optimized accounts payable and receivable processes to enhance cash flow management efficiency.
- Facilitated mentorship for junior accounting staff to cultivate skills and elevate overall team effectiveness.
- Facilitated collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial goals with organizational objectives.
- Performed comprehensive audits to detect discrepancies, ensuring implementation of corrective measures for improved accuracy.
Accounting Manager
Digital Sandbox, Inc. – Government Contractor
Reston, VA
12.2003 - 11.2004
- Oversaw monthly close processes, ensuring accuracy in financial statements and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted audits to identify discrepancies, implementing corrective actions for improved accuracy.
- Executed bi-weekly payroll processing for company employees.
- Analyzed business revenue and expenditures, performing account reconciliations to maintain precise financial records.
Accounting Manager
C2 Technologies, Inc. – Government Contractor
Vienna, VA
12.2002 - 12.2003
- Directed monthly close processes to ensure accuracy in financial statements and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Analyzed and improved accounts payable and receivable systems to ensure efficient cash flow management.
- Developed training programs for junior accounting staff, promoting professional growth and optimizing team performance.
Controller
RedSiren (formerly Veritect, Inc.) – Government Contractor
Reston, Virginia
08.2000 - 11.2002
- Collaborated on the integration of a new accounting system, ensuring seamless functionality and user adoption.
- Facilitated development and implementation of new accounting policies and procedures.
- Developed instructional materials and facilitated onboarding for new hires on accounting system functionalities.
- Facilitated lessons learned sessions to enhance problem-solving strategies upon project completion.
- Prepared deferred revenue calculations
- Executed preparation of sales and use tax returns with precision.
- Transitioned from Accounts Payable/Purchasing Manager to Controller, responsible for strategic financial oversight and compliance.
Accounting Manager
National Glass Association
McLean, Virginia
07.1996 - 02.2000
- Coordinated and managed a diverse team of up to fifteen individuals, comprising three full-time employees and seasonal staff for annual trade show execution.
- Collaborated on the integration of a new accounting system, ensuring seamless functionality and user adoption.
- Collaborated with executive director to ensure accurate and timely monthly financial reporting for senior staff and board of directors.
- Directed comprehensive annual audits to uphold financial integrity and transparency.
- Created accounting policy and procedures manual
- Directed registration operations for annual convention, ensuring seamless check-in for over 6000 participants.
Finance
SAIC – Government Contractor
Vienna, VA
06.1994 - 07.1996
- Cleaned up the largest division with the highest amount of items in suspense down to the least amount of suspense items
Finance
SAIC – Government Contractor
Vienna, VA
06.1994 - 07.1996
- Design and implement financial and operational systems for internal and external reporting, internal audits and risk management, business process reengineering, and strategic planning and problem resolution as these issues impact daily business operations, risk management, performance and profitability.
- Specialized in account analysis and problem resolutions, revenue recognition, implementing new policies and procedures and chart of account clean-up/reconciliation, providing outstanding organizational and analytical skills, on complex projects.
- Exceptional knowledge of accounting and business processes with a proven record of ability to function well in constantly changing, fast-paced environments.
- Managed staff of up to six people
- Assisted in converting and implementing new accounting systems
- Developed and implemented new accounting policies and procedures
- Prepared monthly financial closing statement
- Prepared account reconciliations
- Developed financial tools for corporate management and project managers
- Prepared monthly construction billing
- Prepared project financial reports – budget vs. actual
- Recognized revenue – ensure that all revenue is accounted for each month including software recognition
- Prepared deferred revenue calculations
- Streamlined invoicing procedures
- Maintained all contracts and projects: to include set up in the accounting system, invoicing, revenue recognition, budget management, project management and relationships with the project vendors
- Helped to prepare lessons learned problem solving sessions when projects were concluded
- Helped in the preparation of cost proposals
- Prepared Sales & Use tax returns and 1099 forms at year end
- Prepared payroll
- Administered 401k, health insurance, life and ad&d policies
- Assisted in Human Resources functions
- Calculated Indirect vs. Direct cost fees in compliance with DCAA
- Prepared and managed external and internal audits to include: bank loan compliance, external CPA, DCAA, labor, sales and use tax
Education
MBA - Accounting, Finance And Organizational Development
Marymount University
Arlington, VirginiaBBA - Accounting
Marymount University
Arlington, VirginiaSkills
- GAAP Standards and Government Regulations
- Sales and Use Tax Compliance
- Efficiency under pressure to meet tight deadlines
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills
- Financial ledger management
- Comprehensive account assessment
- Audit management
- Revenue recognition
- Bank reconciliations
- Analytical problem-solving
- Internal controls management
- Financial systems integration
- Efficiency enhancement
Timeline
Director of Finance
Q-Free America Inc.
03.2019 - Current
President/CEO
Mid-Atlantic Cabinet Resources
07.2013 - 12.2018
Contractor
Independent Accounting Contractor
07.2009 - 03.2019
Assistant
R.W. McAnally Construction
07.2009 - 12.2018
Sr. Staff Accountant
Continuum Financial
01.2009 - 07.2009
Sr. Staff Accountant
G4i Consulting- Government Contractor
09.2008 - 07.2009
Director of Accounting
LanceSoft, Inc. – Government Contractor
01.2007 - 09.2008
Business Consultant
CFO Solutions – (some Government Contracting)
11.2005 - 12.2006
Accounting Manager
Synchris, Inc (formerly known as MAP ROI Systems, Inc.)
11.2004 - 08.2005
Accounting Manager
Digital Sandbox, Inc. – Government Contractor
12.2003 - 11.2004
Accounting Manager
C2 Technologies, Inc. – Government Contractor
12.2002 - 12.2003
Controller
RedSiren (formerly Veritect, Inc.) – Government Contractor
08.2000 - 11.2002
Accounting Manager
National Glass Association
07.1996 - 02.2000
Finance
SAIC – Government Contractor
06.1994 - 07.1996
Finance
SAIC – Government Contractor
06.1994 - 07.1996
MBA - Accounting, Finance And Organizational Development
Marymount University
BBA - Accounting
Marymount University