Wayne Wheeler
Seymour,Tennessee
Summary
A seasoned Corporate Controller and Operations Manager, I excel in financial strategy management and staff leadership, significantly enhancing decision-making. I've driven financial document review and strategic planning, achieving streamlined operations and robust financial health. My background includes pivotal roles in insurance accounting and corporate strategic oversight.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporte Controller and Operations Manager
Eastern Plating LLC
Newport, TN
12.2017 - Current
- Developed key performance metrics and dashboards which enabled management decision making based on real-time data.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
- Modified comprehensive financial reporting package to reflect growing organizational complexity and managed financial reporting processes to validate internal and external financial results align with GAAP.
- Developed complex P&L reports to inform non-financial internal and external stakeholders.
- Oversaw daily activities of staff members including hiring, training and evaluating personnel performance.
Corporate Controller / Consultant
Omega Technical Services
Oak Ridge, TN
04.2011 - 12.2017
- Prepared monthly financial reports to provide timely information on company performance.
- Collaborated with other departments to analyze labor costs, overhead expenses and G&A expenses.
- Provides cost analysis results to assist senior management in decision-making and financial initiatives.
Account Executive
Aon Insurance Services
Burlington, VT
10.2012 - 02.2017
- Responsible for accounting, regulatory compliance and administrative functions for a portfolio of fortune 500 level captive insurance companies.
- Prepare financial statements under local GAAP in an accurate and timely manner for portfolio of clients.
- Act as internal lead for annual audits for clients.
- Create and present financial presentations for annual board meetings.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including underwriters, actuaries, and regulatory bodies.
Accounting Consultant
Self Employed Consultant
Knoxville, TN
01.2008 - 03.2011
- Assisted with the implementation of new software systems related to the entire accounting process.
- Identified areas of improvement in the existing accounting system and recommended changes accordingly.
- Developed and implemented departmental accounting policies, procedures and processes to establish and standardize accounting best practices related to new accounting software.
- Reconciled and reviewed operations databases and accounting system records to calculate and determine accurate monthly revenues.
- Delivered actionable recommendations to enhance strategic direction and day-to-day accounting operations.
Plant Controller
Carlisle Tire & Wheel
Clinton, TN
04.2006 - 12.2007
- Analyzed current operating procedures and identified areas for improvement in the accounting system.
- Contribute to the financial performance, cost control, and profitability of this $600 million tire and wheel manufacturing and distribution company.
- Developed and implemented return on investment spread sheet for capital investments that analyzed the cost/benefit of each potential capital asset purchase.
- Created a five-year capital budget that establishes future strategic direction for the company and outlines initiatives and plans for capital outlays and equipment purchases.
Plant Accountant
Kimberly-Clark
Knoxville, TN
08.2005 - 04.2006
- Hired shortly after SAP implementation and gained experience with financial and costing modules; performed all basic accounting requirements for a $400 million consumer paper products manufacturing facility including cost accounting, variance analysis, reconciliations, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, budgets, forecasts, and records retention.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly and annually audited financial statements.
- Analyzed variances in cost reports and identified areas for improvement.
- Assisted with preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and long-term plans.
Assistant Controller
Durakon Industries
Clinton, TN
03.2003 - 08.2005
- Reviewed and analyzed financial reports, accounts payable and receivable and payroll records to identify discrepancies.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets and forecasts.
- Assisted with financial transition through dramatic downturn in industry.
- Conducted month-end closing activities such as accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses and other adjustments.
- Prepared financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, trial balances and statement of cash flows.
Education
MBA - Accounting
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN12-1998
Skills
- Financial strategy management
- Financial document review
- Management accounting
- Financial Forecasting
- Corporate strategic planning
- US GAAP proficiency
- Staff Management
- Budget strategy
- Financial controls implementation
- Insurance Accounting
Timeline
Corporte Controller and Operations Manager
Eastern Plating LLC
12.2017 - Current
Account Executive
Aon Insurance Services
10.2012 - 02.2017
Corporate Controller / Consultant
Omega Technical Services
04.2011 - 12.2017
Accounting Consultant
Self Employed Consultant
01.2008 - 03.2011
Plant Controller
Carlisle Tire & Wheel
04.2006 - 12.2007
Plant Accountant
Kimberly-Clark
08.2005 - 04.2006
Assistant Controller
Durakon Industries
03.2003 - 08.2005
MBA - Accounting
Tennessee Technological University
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Tennessee
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