KRISTOPHER KROL

413 Timberlea Dr., Apt. 231, Rochester Hills, MI 48309

(517) 331-0915
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Experienced Accountant and CFA Level II Candidate eager to contribute profession
al and academic background as well as strong research, analysis, and financial r
eporting skills toward launching a successful career in the financial services i
ndustry
PROFILE
* Provide outstanding customer service through efficient research and resolutio
n of potential issues; possess sharp analytical aptitude and problem-solving cap
abilities
* Demonstrated ability to assess existing procedures to streamline operations a
nd pioneer innovative process improvements
* Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures as well as governmen
t laws and regulations regarding the handling of sensitive information
* Dynamic organization, prioritization and time management skills; keen eye for
detail and emphasis on accuracy
* Sharp technical proficiencies including QuickBooks and all MS Office programs
(Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) with advanced functions in Excel
~ KEY ACHIEVEMENTS ~
* Recovered $6K in sales tax erroneously paid to Consumers Energy
* Secured $13K by initiating and tracking a frame relay disconnect and credit f
or nearly 8 months from AT&T
* Successfully drafted and implemented new purchasing policy and guidelines for
the procurement of injectables; worked closely with Nursing Department across f
our sites to ensure smooth transition to new procedures
* Selected to serve on the company-wide Medication Cost Reduction Committee; pr
epared trend reports to aid in decision making process and assist in identifying
areas for process improvements
* Coordinated meetings with Medication Cost Reduction Committee and a pharmaceu
tical benefits management company to reduce consumer consumption of state genera
l fund dollars; reduced monthly prescription drug costs by more than 66% to unde
r $20K
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Training & Treatment Innovations, Oxford, MI 4/08 - P
resent
Staff Accountant
* Perform a broad scope of financial management and accounting functions for th
is non-profit mental health agency
* Oversee A/P and A/R, process vendor invoices and customer payments, distribut
e Michigan sales & use tax exemptions forms and 1099s, efficiently research and
resolve any issues, and manage vendor relations
* Direct all purchasing and inventory management efforts; conduct extensive res
earch and negotiate with vendors to secure best value and quality, and track inv
entory units from initial P.O. through consumption
* Process payroll for up to 235 employees and submit Employer's Quarterly Feder
al Tax (Form 941)
~ ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE ~
Banquet Server, Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, East Lansing, MI 2005 - 2
008
EDUCATION
Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
2007
Bachelor of Arts in Finance - 3.4 GPA
* Member, Finance Student Association
* Member, Accounting Student Association
~ SELECT COURSEWORK ~
Advanced Business Finance ~ Computer Application Financial Modeling ~ Debt and M
oney Markets ~ Options and Swaps ~ Financial Management ~ Financial Accounting ~
Managerial Accounting ~ Intermediate Accounting ~ Introduction to Investments ~
Macroeconomics ~ Microeconomics ~ Personal Finance
~ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ~
Passed Level I Examination, CFA Program, CFA Institute
* Candidate #6469428