JIM CLAY
Accounting and Management Skills
- Accounting system implementation and conversion in new and existing businesses
- Provide accurate and timely financial statements for management while reviewing and analyzing variances
- Supervise, evaluate and be accountable for administrative and accounting staff including A/P, A/R, Payroll, and G/L
- Establish, implement and audit internal controls or operational procedures
- Manage HR functions including interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and benefits management
- Coordinate and provide various external entities any required documentation as well as respond to and address questions and concerns
- Manage multiple business areas
- Manage the takeover of business entity and implement systems and controls for profitability
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- Assist with new business startup including all required state and federal filings
- Communicate effectively with all levels of management and staff as well as external business relationships with excellent written and verbal skills
- Multi-task and organize workload throughout entire team to complete goals and meet closing and other deadlines
- Work well in a team environment with the ability to use independent judgment
- Detail oriented with an organizationally strategic perspective
- Complete B&O or excise tax returns and others state or federal required filings
- Manage team of employees for continued business growth
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IT Skills
- Install, maintain, upgrade and administer Windows Server networks and computers
- Systems integrations
- Systems analysis
- Build, maintain and troubleshoot custom and name brand computers Strong understanding of standard computer hardware including server grade hardware RAID
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- Software license management
- Exchange Server setup and maintenance
- Database development and maintenance
- User training and support
- Basic Router and Firewall configuration and maintenance
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Development Skills
- Visual Basic .net (VB.Net)
- ASP.Net
- Design, develop and implement custom Line-Of-Business applications and ERP System with full integration to commercial accounting packages and other systems
- Mercurial (Hg) Version Source Control
- Developer Express Controls (Windows Forms and Web Forms)
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- Developer Express XPO ORM
- Developer Express Reporting Suite
- Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
- Microsoft Access application design and development
- Custom Microsoft Office Add-Ins
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Education
Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, Washington Bachelor of Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting and Management Information Systems, Computer Science Minor
Software
Microsoft / Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Expression Web, Exchange Server, SQL Server, Windows Server, Mas90, Mas500, QuickBooks, Peach Tree, Crystal Reports, Visual Studio, Goldmine, SalesForce.com, VMware, UPS World Ship, FedEx Ship Manager, Harvey Software CPS Shipping, Cardiff Teleform, Captaris RightFax, VMWare Workstation.
Work History:
Litehouse Custom Printing, Inc., Sandpoint, Idaho Controller/IT Manager/Developer, 2002 – Present
- Manage multiple areas of responsibility
- Designed, developed and implemented custom ERP system allowing company to offer award winning customer service
- Integration of ERP system with accounting, shipping and other systems as required
- Accounting system conversion
Diagnos-Techs, Inc., Kent, Washington General/IT Manager, 2000 – 2002
- Developed a strong team for continued business growth with limited physical space and personnel
- Managed all human resources and payroll tasks. Doordinated study to define employee positions, responsibilities and associated pay scales
- Evaluated, recommended and implemented business systems changes including automation of various processes to enhance efficiency
Macabe Associates, Inc., Seattle, WashingtonImplementation Consultant, 1999 – 2000
- Implementation, consultation and training of Acuity ERP (now Sage MAS 500 ERP) and MAS90 accounting software and related products
- Conducted sales support assisting in development of new sales opportunities for the company
- Developed strong relationships with clients
Buckeye Beans & Herbs, Inc., Spokane, WashingtonInterim Controller/IT Manager, 1998 – 1999
- Designed, installed and maintained Windows NT network with network based fax system to facilitate incoming wholesale and retail catalog orders
- Managed the conversion of the accounting system from UNIX to Windows
- Designed, developed and maintained company e-commerce web site
- Maintained company general ledger and bank accounts
- Daily oversight of accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll staff
- Trained all users in the use of Windows systems including network, accounting, email, network FAX and productivity applications
All Points Business Finance, Inc. Spokane, Washington Controller/Account Manager/IT Manager, 1995 – 1998
- Changed accounting procedures in order to save time and money
- Evaluated, purchased and implemented industry specific software, allowing for more detailed and accurate reporting of business activities
- Facility of the acquisition of, and responsible for the turnaround of a fabrication and manufacturing company
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with bankers and attorneys
Accountant/Consultant/Web Developer Independent Consultant, 1993 – Present
- Industries of experience include Legal, Financial, Medical, Manufacturing and Distribution, Logging, Service and Repair, Food and Retail
Boeing Support Services, Seattle, Washington Business Systems Analyst II
Bader Martin Ross & Smith, P.S., Seattle, Washington Staff Accountant
(Bader Martin Ross & Smith is the Successor firm to Laventhol & Horwath, CPAs)
Activities:
Park at Sandpoint, LLC, Sandpoint, Idaho Board of Governors (Secretary/Treasurer), 2007 – 2010
Sandpoint High School, Sandpoint, Idaho Technology Instructor Advisory Committee, 2006 – Present
Street Big Band, Sandpoint, Idaho 2005 – 2007, 2010