Vice President Finance Resume

Joshua Taylor
27, Forest Road
Purchase, NY, 1287
773-9832-631

JOB GOAL

To get a vice president position in reputed financial group that utilizes the skills, strategic thinking and leadership abilities.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent managerial and supervisory skills.
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
  • Knowledge of cost accounting practices for government contracts and subcontracts.
  • Good understanding of CAS and FAR.
  • Strong personal computer skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Senior Vice President, Finance (1996-Present)
Intuit – San Diego, CA

  • Responsible for establishing, coordinating, & maintaining an integrated plan for the control of operations with regards to budgets, forecasts, & fund management.
  • Responsible for the management of all general accounting and budgeting activities including monthly consolidated financial statements, financial forecasting, balance sheets, budget preparation and management, board reports, tax planning, internal controls, continuous cash.
  • Ensure the high-quality financial plans, measurement and analysis capabilities, policies, accounting practices, financial processes and controls, and financial systems in place.
  • Serve as contributor to the strategic direction of the company and as an advisor to the President of Financial Solutions and the CFO.

Vice President – Finance (1990-1996)
LONG ISLAND Finance – Purchase, NY

  • Provided financial leadership to the company in the best interests of its stakeholders.
  • Ensured the development and implementation of a strategic plan for us to maximize shareholder value consistent with sustainable business practices.
  • Established accounting consolidation procedures, systems, and processes.
  • Worked closely with Chief Investment Officer, COO, Controller, and Portfolio Managers to establish property performance tracking data measures and reporting.
  • Helped select appropriate accounting systems and work with selected accounting firm for audits and other firms for independent financial reporting.

Cost Accounting Manager (1986-1989)
Accountants International – Murrieta, CA

  • Managed all aspects of the cost accounting function of the company including planning, organizing, directing, staffing and reporting.
  • Responsible for the accurate valuation of inventory and reporting of cost of goods sold in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Maintained cost accounting system that supports compliance with GAAP, the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and U.S government Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) where applicable.
  • Supported all departments and senior management with timely and accurate cost, performance and other information necessary for sound near term and strategic decision making.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

  • Master of Science Degree in Finance (1986)
    California Pacific University, CA

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting (1983)
    San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)