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Zach Dasher

@zachdasher

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Finance Director focused on budgeting, performance analytics, and accurate full-cycle accounting.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a finance leadership role where I can own budgeting and forecasting, deliver performance analytics, and partner with executives to improve accuracy and efficiency across accounting and reporting.

I’m a Finance Director who turns financial data into clear, decision-ready reporting for leadership and stakeholders. I’ve built trusted processes around full-cycle accounting and used variance analysis to keep teams aligned with organizational goals.

Most recently, I prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements with detailed variance analysis for a nonprofit board and leadership review. I also developed a comprehensive annual 2026 budget with monthly revenue and expense projections and partnered cross-functionally to improve financial modeling and streamline budgeting.

Earlier in my career, I strengthened profitability and speed through analytics and automation—building Excel pricing models that improved bid-win rates by 15% and creating a Python script that reduced monthly reporting workload from one week to under an hour. I’ve supported CFO-level analysis and accounting adjustments to ensure reliable financial statements.

Across roles, I’ve managed the full accounting lifecycle (AP, AR, general ledger, and bank reconciliations), supported grant compliance and internal audit needs, and communicated financial performance with confidence. I bring a hands-on approach to performance analytics, budgeting, and practical tools like QuickBooks and SQL.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Finance Director

Brothers Place

Aug 2025 - Dec 2025 (4 months)

Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements with detailed variance analysis for leadership and the board. Developed the 2026 annual budget and managed full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, general ledger, and bank reconciliations) in QuickBooks.

Quickbooks Financial Statements budget development Full Cycle Accounting Bank Reconciliation Financial Modeling

Estimating Analyst

Reames and Son Construction

Aug 2023 - Jul 2025 (1 year 11 months)

Optimized project pricing using Excel models to improve bid-win rates by 15% while maintaining profitability. Integrated GradeWorks takeoff data and implemented Heavy Bid pricing structures to improve bid accuracy and reduce turnaround time by 20%.

Excel Modeling Bid Pricing Profitability Analysis Heavy Bid GradeWorks Takeoff Data Integration Cost Estimation Project Costing

Insurance Agent

Southeast Insurance Group

Dec 2021 - Aug 2023 (1 year 8 months)

Developed and managed an in-house mailing program to increase customer engagement by 10%. Used CRM tools to manage client data and analyze sales performance, contributing to a 12% increase in sales.

CRM Sales Performance Customer Engagement Client Data Management Insurance Sales Reporting

Mortgage Loan Originator

Direct Mortgage Loans

Jul 2021 - Dec 2021 (5 months)

Built relationships with local realtors to support new homebuyers, driving a 20% increase in referrals. Interviewed homebuyers to perform credit and financial analysis and provide personalized mortgage eligibility and solution recommendations.

Mortgage Underwriting Support Credit Analysis Financial Analysis Eligibility Assessment Loan Origination Customer Advisory

Financial Analyst

Coleman Worldwide Moving

Mar 2019 - Jul 2021 (2 years 4 months)

Developed a Python reporting script to streamline monthly reports, reducing workload from one week to under an hour. Partnered with the CFO on financial analysis and accounting adjustments and managed fuel analytics for cost minimization and IFTA tax purposes.

Python (Pandas NumPy Financial Reporting Data Analysis Financial Modeling Account Adjustments IFTA Tax Support

Office Manager

Standard Utilities

Jul 2016 - Mar 2019 (2 years 8 months)

Reorganized the accounting and payment process to implement and use QuickBooks, improving financial accuracy. Streamlined accounts payable/receivable to reduce errors by 20%, managed payroll for 15 employees, and estimated revenues and expenses for new projects to improve forecasting.

Quickbooks Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Payroll Processing Financial Forecasting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Valdosta State University

Bachelor of Business in Finance, Finance

Earned a Bachelor of Business in Finance from Valdosta State University, graduating in May 2017. Coursework included investments, institutional finance, international business, and corporate finance management.