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Phillip Plymouth

Middle River,MD

Summary

Seasoned Controller known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in financial reporting, budget management, and compliance oversight. Proven track record of streamlining workflows, enhancing reporting accuracy, and driving organizational efficiency. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to ensure seamless financial operations. Committed to leveraging skills in strategic planning and team collaboration to drive organizational success. Trusted advisor to executive leadership, with a history of improving compliance, operational performance, and growth.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Controller

Transit Employees’ Health and Welfare Plan
Forestville, MD
02.2022 - Current
  • Lead day-to-day operations of the Finance Department with $200 million budget.
  • Conduct full monthly close cycle, including journal entries, reconciliations, balance sheet analysis, and complete financial packages.
  • Conduct and present data analysis on member population and enrollment to inform executive strategy.
  • Manage AP/AR functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and GAAP compliance.
  • Oversee bi-weekly payroll for all staff using ADP Workforce Now, including deductions and 457 contributions.
  • Support annual audit and IRS Form 990 filing through schedules, audit responses, and compliance review.
  • Designed and implemented arrears payment collection system, recovering $500K+.
  • Researched and implemented AP automation solutions, reducing manual workload and strengthening internal controls.
  • Partner with external vendors on data integrity, software improvements, and financial analysis capabilities.
  • Conducted regular reviews of fixed assets register to maintain accuracy of records.
  • Partner with CFO to produce financial reporting slides presented in board meetings.
  • Performed detailed variance analyses between actual results versus budget and forecast estimates.

Accounting Manager

Abilities Network, Inc.
Towson, MD
07.2019 - 02.2022
  • Managed $8M+ annual agency budget across four programs; conducted monthly forecasts and executive reporting.
  • Supervised and coached staff responsible for AR/AP and payroll.
  • Oversaw cash, investments, and assets valued at $7.5M.
  • Prepared and presented financial statements and reports for executive committee and governing board.
  • Led audits, tax return filing, and ensured internal control compliance.
  • Partnered with leadership on financial strategy and long-term objectives.

Accounting Manager

J.E. Richards, Inc.
Beltsville, MD
12.2015 - 07.2019
  • Managed payroll processing for 1,000+ employees, ensuring compliance with tax and labor laws.
  • Developed payroll policies, improved garnishment tracking, and reconciled payroll accounts monthly.
  • Produced and submitted weekly/quarterly reports (941, SUTA, FUTA).
  • Assisted CFO with budgeting and forecasting activities.
  • Supported external audits by preparing payroll data for footnotes.

Staff Accountant / Accounting Supervisor

American Postal Workers Union Health Plan
Glen Burnie, MD
06.2006 - 12.2015
  • Supervised and trained a team of four in financial reporting, audits, and budgeting.
  • Shortened monthly close process by 30% while improving accuracy.
  • Directed payroll processing and bank reconciliations exceeding $10M.
  • Oversaw AP invoices of $10M+ monthly and ensured accurate sub-ledger closing.
  • Collaborated with IT/HR to implement a web-based payroll system, improving timeliness and accuracy.
  • Improved departmental efficiency through cross-training, doubling productivity.
  • Managed $62M administrative budget and supported yearly government audits.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Strayer University
01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
05-2006

Skills

  • GAAP Compliance
  • Financial reporting
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Payroll Management
  • Problem solving
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Audit & Tax Compliance
  • AP/AR Operations
  • Process Improvement & Automation
  • Leadership & Staff Development
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Data analysis

Timeline

Controller

Transit Employees’ Health and Welfare Plan
02.2022 - Current

Accounting Manager

Abilities Network, Inc.
07.2019 - 02.2022

Accounting Manager

J.E. Richards, Inc.
12.2015 - 07.2019

Staff Accountant / Accounting Supervisor

American Postal Workers Union Health Plan
06.2006 - 12.2015

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Strayer University

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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