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Thomas O'Shea

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School: Lewis University
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Department: Accounting
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Location: 1 University Pkwy
Romeoville, IL - 60446
Dates at Lewis University: December 2016 - February 2019
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Lewis University - Accounting

VP Finance
Accounting
Tom
O'Shea, MST,CPA,CGMA
Greater Chicago Area
EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Results-oriented executive with proven expertise in the full range of financial operations, encompassing responsibilities for accounting (corporate/public), business planning (strategic and tactical), financial controls, operations, regulatory compliance, process improvements and research/analytics.

Solid record of achievement and progressive experience within a variety of financial capacities.

Clearly demonstrate analytical talents as well as the ability to audit operations and implement results-oriented plans for operational enhancement and substantial cost-savings.

Proven ability to lead and direct financial planning, inventory, technology and operational initiatives focused on generating direct and significant contributions to the bottom line of the organization.

Success in operating across multiple divisions, creating benchmarks & metrics and driving growth, process improvements, expense reductions and compliance; maintain accounting records in accordance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley standards.

Establish new internal controls/procedures to increase efficiency and control risk exposure for external audits.

Experience

Deloitte
Senior Project Manager
Thomas worked at Deloitte as a Senior Project Manager
Lewis University
Adjunct Professor of Accounting
Develop curricula and facilitate instruction of various financial and managerial accounting courses, at both undergraduate/post-graduate levels, within the College of Business.
AspenGroup
VP Finance
Hold overall responsibility for all accounting and financial management functions, which include the timely and accurate review/preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, as well as departmental billing, taxation and ad hoc reporting, for a design-build construction firm.across two locations. Ensure all financial documentation is in strict compliance with GAAP regulatory standards. Manage A/P (purchasing) and A/R (collections) processes as well as all facets of Human Resources and IT Department operations. Charged with posting G/L entries and preparing annual budgets, cash flow/bank statements, payroll tax returns and monthly tax deposits. Oversee account reconciliations, corporate debt management and insurance requests waivers/certificates processing activities to reduce turnaround. Negotiate contractual agreements for employee benefits/compensation packages with insurance providers to secure the most cost-effective rates.