Theresa Hummel
Milliken,CO
Summary
Accomplished, results driven senior finance executive with more than 35 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting management. Strong qualifications in developing and implementing financial controls and processes, in addition to productivity improvements. Possess solid leadership, communications, and interpersonal skills to establish rapport with all levels of staff and management.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
VP of Finance
BevTech Inc. Dba Green CO2 Systems
09.2019 - Current
- Serve as a financial advisor to the CEO and executive team for strategic planning purposes.
- Oversee all sides of accounting operations, including payables, receivables, collections, payroll, sales tax reporting, and tax preparation.
- Develop appropriate tracking methods for revenue, expenses and cash flow management.
- Human Resources functions including hiring and termination processes, payroll, corporate HR compliance and reporting.
- Lead and manage the budgeting process.
- Gather financial data for analysis and forecasting with respect to profits, trends, costs, and compliance.
- Coordinate the preparation of annual, quarterly, and monthly financial reports.
- Process the financial activities of an organization to maximize a company’s profits and plan for its growth.
Director of Finance
BevTech Inc. Dba Green CO2 Systems
03.2017 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
- Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
- Optimized cash flow management through diligent monitoring of receivables, payables, and collections activities.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Implemented the company budget process, initially as a global budget and ultimately coordinating department budgets to align with company objectives.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership for informed decision-making.
- Fostered a culture of accountability within the finance department, emphasizing the importance of meeting deadlines and delivering accurate financial data to stakeholders.
- Set clear departmental objectives and developed effective strategies to achieve targeted goals.
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Client Accountant
Cache Accounting
09.2016 - 02.2017
- Completed daily cash functions including account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, and cash and banking reconciliations.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Conducted monthly account reconciliations to maintain financial integrity and prevent discrepancies.
- Itemized taxpayer expenses to identify maximum adjustments, deductions and credits.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information while managing multiple accounts simultaneously.
- Leveraged expertise in various accounting software programs to efficiently manage client accounts and produce accurate reports.
Budget Manager
Poudre School District
09.2013 - 08.2016
- Participated in strategic planning sessions to align departmental goals with available resources effectively.
- Managed the timely submission of all required financial documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
- Analyzed revenues and expenditures for optimal cash management.
- Monitored actual spending against approved budgets to identify variances and recommend corrective actions when needed.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents, student and personnel records.
Business Office Manager
Legacy Electric, Inc.
09.2001 - 05.2013
- Managed all aspects of business financial, HR, and office management for family-owned commercial electrical business.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Managed company cash flow by monitoring daily transactions and optimizing working capital.
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing and hiring new employees.
- Performed all HR and payroll functions.
Budget, Accounting, & Purchasing Manager
City Of Fort Collins Police Services
09.1987 - 06.2001
- Achieved departmental budget optimization by implementing strategic financial planning and analysis.
- Streamlined the budget preparation process for increased efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Managed multi-million dollar budgets with strict adherence to governmental policies and guidelines.
- Maintained clear communication channels for timely resolution of budget-related concerns from internal stakeholders.
- Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives in the budgeting process, enhancing overall fiscal responsibility.
- Oversaw annual audits, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Supervised vendor relations and accounts payable functions.
- Ensured transparency in public funds utilization by maintaining detailed records of all transactions related to the organization''s finances.
- Initiated regular reviews of existing processes and systems for identifying areas requiring improvement or optimization within the finance function.
- Reviewed and advised on quarterly expenditure analysis for different program budgets.
- Reduced operating costs through diligent monitoring of expenses and identification of cost-saving opportunities.
- Performed all purchasing for the Police Services department, in accordance with government policies and procedures.
- Grant application and management including funding for DUI, School Resource, Drug, and other specialized projects.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Mid-Plains Community College
North Platte, NEAssociate of Applied Science - Computer Programming
Mid-Plains Community College
North Platte, NESkills
- Financial Process Improvement
- Effective Communicator
- Profit and Loss Management
- Cash Flow Management
- Budget Development
- Approachable Leader
- Financial Reporting
- Financial and Executive Leadership
Timeline
VP of Finance
BevTech Inc. Dba Green CO2 Systems
09.2019 - Current
Director of Finance
BevTech Inc. Dba Green CO2 Systems
03.2017 - 09.2019
Client Accountant
Cache Accounting
09.2016 - 02.2017
Budget Manager
Poudre School District
09.2013 - 08.2016
Business Office Manager
Legacy Electric, Inc.
09.2001 - 05.2013
Budget, Accounting, & Purchasing Manager
City Of Fort Collins Police Services
09.1987 - 06.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Mid-Plains Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Programming
Mid-Plains Community College
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