832-656-7146 (cell)

Thornton M. Stewart, CPA

Houston, TX
thornton.stewart@att.net http://www.linkedin.com/in/thorntonstewart

PROFILE Corporate Controller Strategic Financial Planning and Control

Accomplished senior level professional with demonstrated success developing and implementing cross-functional financial models that advance operational efficiencies, improve company-wide decision-making and communication, align financial operations with corporate objectives, drive cost efficiencies, and strengthen financial reporting and controls. Proven ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with Board members, external stakeholders, investors, company executives and employees. Partnered with non-financial areas of the business on growth initiatives. A leader who establishes direction and motivates team members, creates an atmosphere of trust, leverages diverse views, coaches staff, and encourages improvement and innovation. A strategic visionary with excellent technical skills, analytical ability and strong operational focus.

CORE COMPETENCIES
Accounting Management Financial Modeling Change Management Cost Accounting Inventory Management Account/Bank Reconciliation Business Process Improvement Financial Planning/Forecasting Budget Development/Management Resource and Project Management Policy/Procedure Development Organizational Business Transformation IT Management Internal Audit Cash Flow Management Training and Development GAAP Compliance Revenue Recognition

SELECTED PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Spearheaded an innovative and breakthrough on-demand time delivery system. Evaluated and analyzed the business scenarios, conditions, drivers, rates and assumptions. Designed and implemented a unified ledger and template which can quickly be customized to the users requirements. IMPACT: Improved financial visibility, improved flexibility and a wealth of features while leveraging the companys on-demand strategy. Established the 1st Annual Budget Cycle. Prepared policies and plans to guide the design of the budget calendar. Designed a financial model to deliver accurate forecasting data. IMPACT: The budget was delivered on time; tracked timelines and tasks involved. Enhanced the Companys Image by Achieving an ISO 9001 Certification. Identified the requirements of ISO 9001 and how they apply to the business involved. Established quality objectives and how they fit in to the operation of the business. Converted all corporate computers to the same versions of corporate software (Windows, Office, AutoCAD, etc.). IMPACT: Standardization and certification of quality procedures solidified the companys commitment to an approach of quality service to our customers; reduced time; created cost savings. Created Departmental Training Procedures. Educated staff as to the proper application of GAAP. Solicited feedback from the department to seek out optimal ways of achieving objectives, then implemented ideas when beneficial. Recognized and rewarded exceptional staff performance. IMPACT: Maintained accurate accounting records and complied with financial regulations. Partnered with a Highly Acclaimed CPA Firm towards Reducing Cost for the Company. Evaluated and analyzed the business scenarios, conditions, drivers, rates and assumptions. Analyzed and evaluated the payroll line items, company insurance, Federal and state unemployment taxes, and other expenses. Collaborated with several of the partners at the firm and regulatory bodies. IMPACT: Reduced employees salaries and met regulatory requirements while also benefitting all employees. Led a Process Improvement Methodology by Creating One Unified Spreadsheet. Created, compared and evaluated business scenarios, conditions, drivers, rates and assumptions. Opened up communication lines and communicated any changes to the key stakeholders and internal employees. IMPACT: Streamlined and accelerated the approval process; bridged communications among departments. Led the development of new operating metrics to support growth. Established the companys business objectives. Expanded the strategic and financing options and increased leverage in the process. IMPACT: Shifted the companys focus from administration to company growth.

Master of Business Administration, Accounting Bachelor of Science magna cum laude, Mathematics Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA

EDUCATION

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
STOLLER GROUP, INC., Houston, TX Manufacture and sale of fertilizers and plant nutrients International Controller

2002 2013

Directed the departments international operations for statement preparation, internal controls and reviews, financial standards and audits. Maintained accounting books and recordsgeneral ledger, bank reconciliations, inventory transactions, cost accounting. Financial statement preparation Oversaw all international subsidiary ledgers and ensured reports closed in a timely and accurate manner. Financial standards Led international finance teams in preparing financial information monthly/quarterly/annually using approved company financial reporting tools. Audits Led and managed annual audits of international subsidiaries. Oversaw required country-specific statutory audits of companies located in countries requiring such audits. Developed strategic plan for proactive process-based reporting, planning and analysis. Prepared special reports for client sales to budget & prior year, product salesvolume & dollar reports, gross margin reports by client, product, price exceptions, product ranking reports, reconciliation of intercompany accounts, approved invoices for payment, weekly cash flow report, prepared annual budgetby company and consolidated, product pricing studies. Cross-cultural sensitivity with integrity and respect. Handled incoming & outgoing wire transfersinternational & domesticfor all Stoller companies, signed checks for all Stoller companies, managed bank line of credit, prepared bank reports to show compliance with loan requirements, met with bankers. Handled all payroll/human resource requirements. Primary internal support for all computer hardware and software problems, managed tape backup system, interfaced with Oracle On Demand. Provided leadership to the important task of attracting, developing, and promoting key talent. Supervised accounts receivable and accounts payable, determined credit limits for new customers and reviewed existing customers for credit limit adjustments, handled paperwork requirements for ExImBank insurance. Prepared monthly consolidations for all Stoller companies. Assisted outside auditors and tax accountants with required documentation. Administrator for corporate credit card. Set, increase, decrease credit limits as appropriate for corporate cardholders. Researched and resolved fraudulent transactions. Administrator for corporate SharePoint site. Setup new users with appropriate security. Supervised the annual transfer pricing reports required by the Internal Revenue Service (US) and foreign taxing agencies in those countries where Stoller subsidiaries operate.

FIRST INTERNATIONAL COMPUTER OF TEXAS, INC., Austin, TX 2000 2002 Assembled and serviced computers for Compaq Computer Corporation (now Hewlett-Packard Company) Service Controller
Designed and implemented a customer quote tracking system, actual cost/customer quote audit database application which provided our team with the highest possible degree of true cost visibility. Approved vendor invoices for material costs, validated customer quote prices, obtained material cost impact resulting in major cost savings. Created and developed custom downloads/reports using Discoverer Report Writer for Oracle. Acted as lead expert regarding Oracle functionality and data integration for the accounting department. Super User for Oracle 11i in all modules.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & APPLICATIONS

ERP & Accounting Systems Oracle, J.D. Edwards, MAS90 Microsoft Office SuiteAccess, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word Microsoft SharePoint Web Development HTML

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & AFFILIATIONS

Certified Public Accountant, Certificate Number 013911, Texas (Active) J.D. Edwards Training and Development, Technical Foundation for World Software A7.3