Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer
Timeline
Generic

Samuel Cook

The Plains,VA

Summary

Talented Chief Financial Officer enthusiastic about developing policies, procedures, and both short- and long-range objectives for companies. Motivated to keep company financial operations compliant, accurate, and cost-effective. Proven leadership and success in leading teams in achieving financial goals. Familiar with financial decision-making and company-wide policy development. Talent for overcoming operational issues and driving proactive improvements. Offering a variety of experience in financial leadership.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

CONTROLLER/CFO

Confidential Company
05.2019 - Current
  • Responsible for the finance and accounting functions and assists with sales, operations, and human resources departments
  • Lead strategic operations using analysis and data to drive decisions related to the expansion and development of revenue streams
  • Managed relationship and lead liaison for the company’s tax preparers, financial institutions, and ownership team
  • Manage and oversee monthly cash flow projections, investment accounts, and cash management
  • Perform project lookback analysis and quarter-over-quarter trend analysis to monitor project margins and expense account changes
  • Oversee business compliance with federal and state law and file all state and county business licenses
  • Assist in determining the company’s insurance policies as well as health care plans to establish cost-efficient and beneficial options for the business and their employees
  • Established controls and instilled software to reduce vehicle insurance premiums and track vehicles in real-time for the safety of our employees and our company assets
  • Designed and implemented controls and processes surrounding AP, AR, estimating, and sales divisions
  • Review existing contracts and sub-agreements to ensure they are not unfavorable to the business and revise them as needed
  • Assist with project management and material procurement for specific projects
  • Actively monitor GAAP changes and federal or state business opportunities
  • Transferred company to Foundation Software for construction accounting software from Quickbooks
  • Implemented CRM database and estimation software to streamline processes analyze our sales teams performance, and set organizational metrics
  • Annually review employee total compensation packages to ensure the company is providing industry-standard pay and competitive benefits to attract the best employees
  • Assisted in increasing company net income by 13% over three years of employment.
  • Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
  • Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
  • Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
  • Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
  • Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
  • Formulated strategic plans and supported tactical initiatives to execute cost-savings deliverables.
  • Managed outstanding balance amounts by evaluating reports and determining collection statuses.
  • Increased flow of financial information throughout company by improving communication strategies.
  • Assessed company resources to keep business funded and nurture relationships with investors, lenders and key partners.

ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

Edifice Solutions LLC
01.2018 - 05.2019
  • Prepared and analyzed monthly and annual financial statements
  • Prepared annual financial budget, year-over-year analysis, and account changes
  • Oversee cash management and provide daily/weekly cash flow forecasts
  • Liaison with the bank and Audit CPA firm
  • Directly communicated with financial institutions to ensure all lending obligations were met
  • Designed internal controls in various areas of accounting and project management
  • Implemented TimberScan software with Sage to automate the AP process reducing errors
  • Prepared and posted all financial journals for month-end close
  • Prepared and analyzed monthly Work In Progress (WIP) reports to determine % completion on projects and accurate billings based on costs and work performed on the project
  • Managed and provided oversight of all functions of the accounting department consisting of 4 employees
  • Reviewed payroll preparation before submitting for payment and assist with benefit renewals
  • Designed controls and processes surrounding new hires, terminations, and employee information changes
  • Analyzed, developed, and implemented onboarding and orientation processes for new hires
  • Assisted with the management of all employment records and handled worker’s compensation claims
  • Reviewed benefit policies to establish cost-efficient and competitive benefit programs for employees
  • Assisted in reducing the company’s annual overhead expenses by 5% year over year.
  • Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
  • Mitigated risk by implementing internal controls and safeguards for revenues and expenditures.
  • Increased flow of financial information throughout company by improving communication strategies.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports, and income statements.
  • Formulated strategic plans and supported tactical initiatives to execute cost-savings deliverables.
  • Directed corporate decision-making and planning by monitoring and setting policies and procedures to optimize fiscal performance.

SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Grant Thornton LLP
09.2014 - 01.2018
  • In charge of a large SEC filer of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) clients and two well-known not-for-profit organizations
  • Designed and implemented first-year Sarbanes Oxley Act internal control audit for the acquired entity
  • In charge and managed two audits of large not-for-profit clients
  • Perform walkthroughs of clients’ businesses to understand and evaluate internal control structure
  • Defined work plans in alignment with stakeholder requirements.
  • Served as keyholder, overseeing business opening, and closing operations.
  • Maintain daily communication between audit staff, management, lead partner, and client
  • Supervise and train multiple associates to provide ongoing feedback and career development
  • Manage consolidation of financial statements for international clients
  • Evaluate and present audit matters to management and the board of directors (audit committee)
  • Summarize and apply accounting pronouncements and firm guidance to transactions.
  • Served as liaison, facilitating communication between management and associates.
  • Maintained relationships with customers to maximize sales opportunities.

INTERN

Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)
01.2014 - 08.2014
  • Assisted the Division of Registration and Inspections in identifying higher-risk audits
  • Provided risk and data analysis to support the inspection planning and execution processes
  • Identified and analyzed emerging audit and accounting trends that present an elevated risk of audit failure.
  • Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.

Education

High School Diploma -

Highland School
Warrenton, VA

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management

Mercer University
Macon, GA
12.2014

Skills

  • CPA Eligible, General Ledger and Reporting Tools (Timberline, Timberscan, Viewpoint, Foundation Software and QuickBooks), Proficient in all Microsoft Office Tools, CRM Databases, Capital IQ, Concur, IT Implementation, Internal Controls
  • Collections Understanding
  • Preparing Financial Statements
  • Management Accounting
  • Budget Development
  • Program Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Performance Metrics Analysis
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Infrastructure Planning
  • Accounting Principles Understanding

Volunteer

  • Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB), Washington, DC, 01/01/15, Present, Prepare meals for underserved members of the Washington DC metro area (Maryland, DC, Virginia) Promote nutritional and wellness education as well as general lifestyle assistance
  • B-Well Today for Tomorrow, Warrenton, VA, 09/01/18, 2021, Assisted with the launch of the first annual fundraiser event raising over $65k Promote mental health advocacy and the prevention of at-risk lifestyles in adolescents
  • COACHING, Our Lady of Good Counsel, Olney, MD, 01/01/18, 04/01/20, Men’s Lacrosse Assistant Coach Assisted the program with goalies and defense

Timeline

CONTROLLER/CFO

Confidential Company
05.2019 - Current

ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

Edifice Solutions LLC
01.2018 - 05.2019

SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Grant Thornton LLP
09.2014 - 01.2018

INTERN

Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)
01.2014 - 08.2014

High School Diploma -

Highland School

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management

Mercer University

Similar Profiles

  • Kirra Marie Pitts

    Kirra Marie PittsKirra Marie Pitts

    Executive Personal Assistant/Assistant Property Manager at Confidential CompanyExecutive Personal Assistant/Assistant Property Manager at Confidential Company

    View Profile
  • Nicole L. Hays

    Nicole L. HaysNicole L. Hays

    Administrative Assistant at Confidential CompanyAdministrative Assistant at Confidential Company

    View Profile
  • Maria Paulyn Ebio

    Maria Paulyn EbioMaria Paulyn Ebio

    Team Lead - Real Estate Administrative Assistant at Confidential CompanyTeam Lead - Real Estate Administrative Assistant at Confidential Company

    View Profile
Samuel Cook