Charles W(Bill) James
Owensboro
Summary
Proactive Controller with extensive experience in preparing financial statements, managing payroll, and ensuring tax compliance. Skilled in account reconciliation, budget preparation, and providing financial analysis to support executive decisions. Strong leadership abilities with a focus on mentoring junior accountants and aligning departmental budgets with organizational goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Controller
Hunter Douglas Plastics & Die Casting Center
04.1996 - 08.2022
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Managed budgeting process, aligning departmental budgets with organizational goals and monitoring performance against targets.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity.
Tax Manager
York, Neel & Company - CPAs
02.1994 - 04.1996
- Prepared and reviewed federal and state income tax returns in accordance with applicable tax laws.
- Managed a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship and professional development opportunities to foster growth.
- Reviewed federal and state income tax returns for accuracy, ensuring timely filing and compliance with applicable laws.
Senior Tax Accountant
General Cable Corporation
01.1989 - 02.1994
- Computed tax depreciation rates on business assets like technology and vehicles.
- Completed research into tax issues to offer advice and accurately prepare submissions.
- Reviewed financial reports to correctly ascertain taxation and statement requirements.
- Prepared federal and state income tax returns for businesses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Murray State University
Murray, KY05-1986
Skills
- Preparing financial statements
- Staff Management
- Statement Reconciliation
- Budget Preparation
- Strategic Planning
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
Timeline
Controller
Hunter Douglas Plastics & Die Casting Center
04.1996 - 08.2022
Tax Manager
York, Neel & Company - CPAs
02.1994 - 04.1996
Senior Tax Accountant
General Cable Corporation
01.1989 - 02.1994
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Murray State University
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