BARBARA BURD

ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Solutions-focused, motivated professional with a comprehensive background in fin
ance, accounting, budget analysis and administrative management. Effective comm
unicator and liaison, known for building strategic relationships with all levels
of employees, from support staff to senior management. Highly versatile; quick
ly masters new roles, responsibilities, technologies and environments. Reputati
on for integrity, loyalty, dedication and work ethic.

CORE COMPETENCIES
Accounting & Finance ? Strategic Planning ? Problem Solving ? Process Improvemen
t
Resource Allocation ? Budgeting ? Cash Flow Management ? Attention to Detail ? R
elationship Building

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BEST LEGAL CASH, LLC/WEBVERTISE INC. CA (Online Marketing)
Finance Manager ? 2007-Present
Maintain full accountability for overseeing all aspects of a successful family b
usiness performing all accounting and
administrative functions, including supplying Quickbooks financials to CPA for i
ncome tax returns and potential new business relationships. Apply dynamic strate
gic planning, prioritization and project management skills toward consistently a
chieving critical deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
? Effectively analyze internal processes to define inefficiencies and boost prod
uctivity and profitability.
? Strategically motivate and lead teams to achieve and surpass performance goals
.

JAMES G. DADES & CO. LTD. IL (Public Accounting Firm)

Staff Accountant ? 2002-2008
Performed all aspects of day-to-day accounting-related activities, including Wri
te-up, Sales Tax Returns, Q P/R Tax Returns, YE PR returns, QuickBooks and Creat
ive Solutions, and 1040 input in Lacerte.
? Strategically prioritized, planned and coordinated projects to ensure on-time
completion while maximizing efficiency.
? Oversaw multiple simultaneous client account projects to maximize efficiency a
nd achieve critical timelines.
MINI-MAILERS INC. CA (Direct Mail Services)
Assistant Controller ? 1998-1999
Proficiently handled a diverse range of duties, with an emphasis on performing a
ll phases of A/P using Windows MAS-90. Collaborated with staff members to perfo
rm accurate and timely payroll processing utilizing ADP & Etime for 70 employees
(hourly and salaried).
? Applied technical skills toward designing, developing and updating Excel sprea
dsheets.
? Supported the optimization of operational and financial performance by complet
ing projects and facilitating initiatives to define and attain goals, measure re
sults and support management teams.
Additional Experience
Asst. Controller - PROFESSIONAL EQUITIES INC. CA (Undeveloped Land Sales)
Staff Accountant - WEBER & ASSOCIATES, LLC. TX (Public Accounting Firm)

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Select Courses - Certified General Accountants Association of Canada