Patricia A. Thornton, CPA, PMP

1230 23rd Street                                                                                                  

Washington, DC 20037                                                                                                             

Delivers financial leadership within a wide diversity of industry sectors developing robust ERP systems. By specializing in technology and accounting, adds a strategic perspective to the financial results supported by rigorous data analysis. Mentoring and kind approach to business.

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

Menlo Technologies, Inc /SSi Consulting (November 2018 - June 2020)

SAGE Intacct Implementations - Fixed Contracts using Remote Deployment

• Supported twenty-five organizations in various industries
• Training & Experience: Core Financials, Multi-Currency, Multi-Entity and Global Consolidations, Dynamic Allocations, Revenue Rec, Prepaid, Fixed Assets, Time and Expense Management, Vendor Payment Services
• Marketplace Products Experience: Bill.com, Nexonia, Expensify, Concur, Salesforce • Highlights:
• Non-Profit - 15% under budget
• Professional Sports Team with Stadium - 30 days under budget 
• Joint Venture - 20 entities at start of implementation; 30 at end; on time & on budget o    Advertising - 22 entities located in 22 countries; VAT 

Raffa, PC – Managed Accounting Services IT Manager (April 2016 – May 2018)

Manage Intacct IAP, Bill.com, and Nexonia accountant programs including the requirements assessments, software demonstrations, implementations, training, and support for non-profit organizations. Launched and managed Zendesk supporting 80 accountants; 1,400 tickets in first 12 months.

Influenced strategic decisions as they related to business applications.  Developed the classroom curriculum for Bill.com, Intacct, and Quickbooks and created a library of training videos.  Monthly Lunch and Learns reached capacity with up to 60 attendees.

Archdiocese of Washington – Director of Finance Parish & Schools (March 2012 – April 2016) 

Upgraded 110 parishes and schools from CMS to Microsoft Dynamics GP; 10 remote locations every 60 days without missing a deadline.  Full-charge for the business requirements, software configuration & implementation, data conversions, and classroom curriculum & training.  After software conversion, managed the on-going financial operations. Published training videos on YouTube with over 1,000 views.

Patricia A. Thornton, CPA /San Diego, CA (January 1993 – March 2012) 

Independently owned and operated accounting firm recognized as an expert in technology relating to business applications. Microsoft Dynamics GP President’s Club consulting with 200 companies, implementing software for 150, and over 25 companies expanded my engagement to Outsourced CFO /Controller with engagements extending for over ten years. 

An entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure to deliver results as promised while ensuring a high level of customer service. Projects included cash flow dashboards, tax projections, audit schedules, forensic research, litigation expert witness, and pension reconciliations.

AC3/Director of Business Solutions (1991 – 1993) 

Recruited to launch Business Solutions department; built a team including five sales representatives. Our regional office generated $100 million gross revenue in software and local /wide area networks.

Glen Ivy Management Company/Controller (1986 – 1991) 

Centralized accounting for international timeshare developer to managed growth from 14 to 26 resorts while increasing membership from 30,000 to 60,000. Managed over $100 million zero-based operating budgets and supervised staff of 30. Presented to multiple boards of directors quarterly financial results.

Clark Construction Group/Senior Accountant (1984 – 1986) 

Recruited as the first staff accountant in the newly formed parent company. Recorded contracts, deeds of trusts, and escrow statements. Provided budget versus actual variances analysis to CEO. Implemented Solomon I job costing saving substantial time in consolidations.

Friedman & Fuller, CPAs /Accountant (1981 – 1984) 

After two tax seasons, the founding partner designed a position utilizing my technology skills. Created complex spreadsheet models for real estate projections. Oriented new clients to our firm by identifying requirements.

Patricia A. Thornton, CPA, PMP        202.812.0882 

TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE / CERTIFICATIONS

Intacct Certified Specialist · Bill.com Certified Expert · PMP · Microsoft Dynamics GP Presidents Club · SAGE/ACCPAC Advantage · SAGE Fund Accounting · Siebel CRM · QuickBooks Pro-Advisor · ADP Payroll & HRIS · EPICOR/Platinum/Premier Budgeting · MACOLA Manufacturing · Abacus Law Practice · CDC Construction Job Costing · FRx Management Reporter / WEBPORT · Crystal Reports 

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

Educational Technology Leadership Program – George Washington University Masters in Education 

Bachelor of Science in Accounting - University of Maryland 

Certified Public Accountant Maryland State Board of Accountancy 

US Citizen

SAMPLING OF CLIENTS

 St Andrew’s Abbey  

• Implemented Great Plains software including Job Costing. Engagement extended to serve as part-time CFO/VP of Finance for five years. 
• Prepared analysis of budget variances for construction of new retreat center.
• Defined manufacturing cost accounting for over 100 SKUs
• Designed internal controls for retail gift shop increasing gross profit by 12%
• Managed banking relationships consistently increasing line of credit from $4 - $6 million
• Decreased insurance premiums by 5% eliminating redundancies on policies
• Presented monthly financials to board of directors
• ITA/ Kaplan Professional Schools 

Referred to client by Microsoft to mitigate litigation on a failed software implementation. Tested, identified flaws, and resolved the integration issues of several software applications. Retained to reconcile financial data & publish statements for close of escrow on acquisition by Washington Post subsidiary. Engaged as part-time Division Controller for 7.5 years. 

• Designed SOX-compliant processes to close by the 2nd business day following end of month
• Strategically rebuild accounting department reducing accounting department from 10 to 6 staff •   Created quality assurance checkpoints to ensure accuracy of over 100 orders/day 

Crown Circuits  

Consulted on accounting policies and procedures for manufacturer of circuit boards and obtained ISO 9000 certification required for Department of Defense contracts. Engaged as part-time CFO /Controller for 6 years.

• Managed cash flow to support 200 employees using line of credit & factoring receivables
• Prepared pro forma 1120 tax return to substantially minimize dependencies on outside CPA firm

Adams Design Group

Referred to client by Great Plains Software to salvage a failed software implementation and mitigate litigation. Served as part-time CFO/Controller for 12 years overseeing several design companies including furniture manufacturer located in Mexico; complied with Maquiladora regulations. 

Caribbean Marine Services Company 

Largest privately-owned international fishing company; seven related companies. Reduced year-end audits by 75% with customized reports generated from database. Served as part-time Controller for over 15 years responsible for financials, audits & tax work papers, and special projects assigned by CFO.

 Rancho Santa Fe Farms  

Privately owned golf course with 650 owners. Referred by Great Plains to salvage a failed software implementation. Identified and resolved integration issues with several software applications.  Served as part time Controller.