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James Thompson

@jamesthompson

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Experienced project controls analyst with a focus on financial accuracy.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that challenges me to leverage my financial expertise while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

With over 10 years of experience in finance and accounting, I have developed a strong ability to steer complex projects towards success. My career has been built on a foundation of precision and impact, ensuring that safety, costs, schedules, and risks are meticulously managed. I thrive on transforming chaos into control, leveraging my analytical skills to align numbers and timelines effectively.

In my recent role as VP of Finance for the Fresno Grizzlies, I implemented a new financial planning and analysis system that improved forecast accuracy by 25%. My leadership experience includes overseeing a team of 13, where I focused on enhancing budget management and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. I am passionate about using data analytics to drive process improvements and achieve organizational goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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VP Finance

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Fresno Grizzlies

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Oversaw complete financial and accounting operations, implementing a new financial planning and analysis system that improved forecast accuracy by 25% and enhanced budget management across multiple departments using data analytics.

Financial Planning Data Analytics Budget Management Forecasting Leadership Process Improvement Compliance Reporting

Division Chief

Fresno County

Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)

Led a team of 13, managing financial oversight, revenue collection, and policy development, ensuring 100% accuracy for annual deliverables including budgets and financial reporting.

Leadership Revenue Collection Policy Development Budgeting Change Management Compliance Reporting Team Management

Project Accountant

Flatiron Construction & Granite Construction

Jan 2015 - Feb 2020 (5 years 1 month)

Supported California High Speed Rail projects by managing certified payrolls, project forecasting, budgeting, subcontractor compliance, and financial reporting, ensuring contract compliance and timely payments.

Budgeting Financial Reporting Compliance Payroll Management Forecasting Change Management Data Analysis

Project Controls Analyst

Insight Global

Jan 2015 - Feb 2017 (2 years 1 month)

Analyzed project controls to ensure safety, costs, schedules, and risks were managed effectively, contributing to the overall success of complex projects.