Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Key Accomplishments
Certification
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Pat Steimle

Lawrenceville,NJ

Summary

Experienced in managing accounting operations and leading finance teams to enhance company financial systems and processes. Skilled in budgeting, financial reporting, and implementing financial software, with a strong ability to offer valuable financial advice. Known for improving financial accuracy and efficiency, ensuring seamless financial reporting and operations.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Controller

Kepner-Tregoe
Princeton, NJ
10.1994 - Current

Oversees financial operations and leads a team of three while reporting to the Vice President of Finance for this global consulting firm.

Financial Operations

  • Managed all financial operations and led a team, ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective internal controls.
  • Generated consolidated financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Performed complex accounting functions, such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Prepared and maintained accurate intercompany accounts, including reconciliations.
  • Produced financial reports and audit documentation to facilitate external auditing.

Financial Forecasting

  • Worked closely with various departments to prepare budgets, track financial performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Software System Maintenance and Implementation

  • Played a key role in system upgrades, including planning, testing, and training staff to improve financial reporting and operations efficiency.

HR Administration

  • Oversaw payroll and benefits administration, ensuring accurate and timely processing for employees in the US and Canada.

Education

MBA -

Rider University
Lawrenceville

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ

Skills

  • Month-end and year-end closings
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Planning
  • Compliance Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Software Implementation
  • Project Management
  • Team Leadership

Experience

  • Corporate Controller - January 2009 - Present
  • Area Controller - January 2007 to December 2008
  • North America Controller - July 1997 to December 2006
  • Senior Financial Analyst - July 1996 to June 1997
  • Financial Analyst - October 1994 to June 1996

Key Accomplishments

  • Established internal controls, developed balance sheet analysis and provided team leadership which resulted in more than 10 years experience with no major audit adjustments.
  • Known as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for worldwide users to test, implement, troubleshoot, maintain and improve financial systems.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of a new accounting system, reducing costs and improving monthly financial processes.
  • Improved Financial Reporting Procedures to provide Executive Management with timely and informative reporting to make informed decisions for effective management of the business.
  • Led Accounting Team by providing training for new hires, mentoring the team of accountants and providing support for the day-to-day financial operations.
  • Improved Financial Efficiency by providing counsel and support of Executive Management cost saving initiatives.

Certification

  • Microsoft Office Suite, FRX Reporting, Epicor Financial Systems, Salesforce/Financial Force Accounting, Quickbooks, ADP Payroll

Timeline

Controller

Kepner-Tregoe
10.1994 - Current

MBA -

Rider University

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Rider University
Pat Steimle