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Accomplished Business Analyst and Consultant with over 30 years of responsible experience in areas of accounting, finance, materials management, and procurement. Seeking a responsible and challenging position where I can continually add value and contribute to the growth of a progressive organization by applying my strong background in financial analysis, reporting, and project administration.

INFORMATION

Born January 4, 1957, in Winchester, Ontario, Canada. . .
Excellent health. . . Married with two children. . . Willing to travel and/or discuss relocation options. . . Prefer international rotational assignments. . . Traveling with a valid Canadian passport. . . and a Canadian international driver's permit

EDUCATION

1975 - 1979 UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH
Guelph, Ontario
Bachelor of Commerce Degree, Major in Accounting

1972 - 1974 UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH
Guelph, Ontario
Bachelor of Science Program, General Studies

1972 MACKENZIE HIGH SCHOOL
Deep River, Ontario
Graduated Grade 13; Senior Matriculation
Awarded Honors Secondary School Diploma

ADDITIONAL COURSES AND TRAINING

Throughout my career, I have participated in several courses and seminars for continued professional development in a number of areas. These include:

BUSINESS RELATED

* CMA (Management Accounting) courses
* PMAC Seminars (Purchasing Management Association of Canada)
* The Art of Negotiation
* Time and Priority Management

SAFETY RELATED

* Standard First Aid Certification - St. John's Ambulance
* H2S Alive - Petroleum Industry Training Service
* WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
* Transportation of Dangerous Goods
* Defensive Driving Course

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

PETROKAZAKHSTAN INC. January 2004 - 2009
The Republic of Kazakhstan

Manager Materials & Procurement
* Managed staff responsible for coordinating and directing receipts, issues, and storage of all operating and construction materials for the company
* Averaged inventory value of $65 million USD
* Assisted all department heads with yearly budget requirements or materials utilizing the SAP materials management system
* Supervised annual/perpetual stock count relating to materials held in storage
* Ensured discrepancies were reconciled and financial adjustments were processed
* Monitored replenishment of warehouse stock and followed up with procurement department regarding deliveries and special requirements of individual user departments
* Discussed and recommended actions to the Material Supervisors on how to deal with slow moving and/or dead stock
* Ensured all write-offs and scrap materials were dealt with properly, meeting both the guidelines set by company and government policies and regulations
* Monitored fuel balances as seasonal changes could cut off supply
* Trained subordinates in proper material handling procedures and document control
* Ensured accurate, comprehensive records were maintained
* Supervised 72 full-time staff split per rotation

PETROKAZAKHSTAN INC. April 2003 - October 2004
The Republic of Kazakhstan

Materials Manager - Capital Construction (contract)
* Managed staff responsible for coordinating and directing the receipts, issues, and storage of all capital construction materials for the company
* Ensured accurate, comprehensive records were maintained for projects and related transactions
* Utilized working knowledge of the SAP system and the general operation of a computerized material management system
* Interacted daily with procurement, logistics, and operations warehouse to discuss materials scheduling and meet project completion deadlines
* Trained subordinates in the proper materials handling procedures and document control
* Assisted contractors, construction supervisors, and trades people in solving problems or requests for project materials

TALISMAN ENERGY INC. January 2001 - April 2003
The Republic of Sudan

Materials Superintendent
* Managed staff responsible for coordinating and directing receipts, issues, and storage of all operating and construction materials for the company
* Averaged inventory value of $25 million USD
* Assisted all department heads with yearly budget requirements or materials utilizing the Orion materials management system
* Supervised annual/perpetual stock count relating to materials held in storage
* Ensured discrepancies were reconciled and financial adjustments were processed
* Monitored replenishment of warehouse stock and followed up with procurement department regarding deliveries and special requirements of individual user departments
* Discussed and recommended actions to the Material Supervisors on how to deal with slow moving and/or dead stock
* Ensured all write-offs and scrap materials were dealt with properly, meeting both the guidelines set by company and government policies and regulations
* Monitored fuel balances as seasonal changes could cut off supply
* Trained subordinates in proper material handling procedures and document control
* Ensured accurate, comprehensive records were maintained
* Supervised 14 full-time staff and 40 contract positions per rotation

TALISMAN ENERGY/STATE PETROLEUM March 1997 - January 2001
The Republic of Sudan

Materials Supervisor
* Optimized stock levels consistent with company's operational objectives
* Managed the flow of information entered into the materials management system
* Developed control activities for the continuous review and adjustment of stock levels
* Controlled computer system developments, input and output activities of the inventory system
* Ensured all material codes were consistent with the company's vocabulary catalogue guidelines
* Initiated the re-ordering of materials for stock replenishment
* Arranged the disposal of slow moving/obsolete stock
* Provided advice and technical assistance on all aspects of materials management to other department section heads
* Provided statistical reports and resolved finance audit queries
* Coordinated periodic inventory and reconciliation

STAMPEDER EXPLORATION LTD. October 1996 - December 1996
Calgary, Alberta

Consultant
* Compared physical inventories of oilfield equipment against existing financial records
* Identified and corrected inconsistencies - resulting in corporate savings of $100,000
* Prepared a comprehensive equipment data file for all materials itemized on the 100% inventory report
* Identified and documented surplus equipment for use or sale

MORGAN HYDROCARBONS INC. June 1996 - October 1996
Calgary, Alberta

Consultant
* Conducted line pipe reconciliation involving 40 capital projects - resulting in corporate net return of $250,000
* Analyzed and responded to external audit queries regarding line pipe - resulting in an additional corporate savings of $100,000
* Disputed a 1994 Saskatchewan Sales Tax Audit - resulting in a corporate credit of $33,000
* Obtained a $65,000 credit for Saskatchewan Sales Tax paid on equipment held in Alberta that was eventually destined for Saskatchewan properties
* Negotiated with a Saskatchewan Sales Tax auditor - resulting in a rebate of $60,000 on materials for which taxes were paid
* Streamlined and maintained control of the tubular goods inspection process - resulting in a corporate savings of $25,000
* Evaluated bids and provided subsequent purchasing services to obtain the best equipment, price, and means of delivery
* Identified, documented, and disposed of surplus materials
* Prepared and priced equipment transfers

AMOCO CANADA October 1992 - November 1995
Calgary, Alberta

Consultant

July 1994 - November 1995
* Participated in financial asset cross-over project involving verification of company assets and conversion to the newly implemented Dun & Bradstreet financial platform
* Conducted and priced inventories of the Wapiti, Chinchaga, Marten Hills, and Nipisi Fields, and prepared financial entries for input into the new system
* Utilized inventory summaries to update the company's Material Asset Control System (MACS)

January 1994 - July 1994
* Collected $1.8 million in joint venture receivables that were past due by more than 90 days
* Interpreted sales agreements and clarified various partners' working interest for pre and post rationalization properties and re-billed based on revised information
* Identified capital and operating costs that were incorrectly billed and made appropriate adjustments

October 1992 - December 1993
* Conducted a total of 140 capital project reconciliations and analyzed AFE records to determine scope of projects
* Compared authorized capital expenditures to actual expenditures and analyzed variances
* Reviewed and responded to audit queries on capital projects
* Conducted field inventories as necessary and balanced asset accounts
* Prepared material transfers for items not charged to the correct projects
* Presented a seminar on capital project reconciliations for material control analysts
* Prepared A Guide to Project Reconciliation

CRESTAR ENERGY INC. May 1992 - October 1992
Calgary, Alberta

Consultant
* Oversaw billing of the $16 million Wembley Plant Expansion and Gas Gathering System according to the revised Construction, Ownership and Operation (CO & O) Agreements
* Reviewed invoices manually to ensure proper allocation of costs to the correct functional units for partner billings

AMOCO CANADA October 1991 - May 1992
Calgary, Alberta

Consultant
* Supervised re-billing of $10 million Cypress Plant and Gas Gathering system according to amended CO & O agreement
* Reviewed invoices manually to ensure allocation of costs to the correct plant functional units and pipeline segments
* Recovered $100,000 for British Columbia Sales Tax paid that was found not to be applicable

AMOCO CANADA PETROLEUM CO. LTD 1979 - 1991
Calgary, Alberta

Construction, Finance, and Materials Analyst
Employed for over 12 years in progressively responsible capacities within the areas of Production Administration, Facilities Engineering, and Financial Accounting. Positions held include:

Senior Construction Analyst (June 1984 - October 1991)
* Coordinated and directed on-site administration and financial control of numerous capital projects ranging in value up to $75 million including the new construction or major expansion of production facilities including Nipisi (stages II and III), Ricinus, Elk Point, Gregoire Lake, Sarnia, Worsley, Cypress, Wembley, and West Pembina
* Maintained effective administrative control and paper flow between the Amoco head office and field locations
* Monitored and reported on project expenditures in a timely and accurate manner
* Reviewed various project bids to gain familiarity with each contract and verify material requisitions against drawings
* Purchased, expedited, and controlled the inventories of all project materials and reported all new material acquisitions to the Property Tax department for future assessments
* Negotiated re-stocking charges and ensured proper credit was received for all returned surplus materials
* Supervised the warehousing of spare parts and surplus non-refundable project materials
* Established and maintained effective liaison with EPC contractors including Colt Engineering, DPH Engineering, Delta Hudson Engineering, Kilborn Eastern, MacDonald Engineering, and Quantel Engineering
* Interacted with construction and operations supervisors, head office administrators, contractors, and suppliers on a daily basis to ensure the timely and cost-effective completion of each capital project

AMOCO POSITION ACHIEVEMENTS

* Identified and returned surplus materials left-over from various capital projects, receiving a total net credit of $1.6 million after re-stocking
* Reduced the company's pay position by $800,000 through project reconciliation stemming from external audit queries
* Completed the Nipisi Miscible Flood Expansion project $9 million under budget as a member of the management team
* Conducted field inventories and identified unrecorded surplus equipment worth more than $1.2 million
* Reduced property tax assessments by $600,000 through reconciliation and inventory
* Prepared an executive summary for in-house engineering personnel and EPC contractors which addressed material control issues on capital projects

AMOCO SPECIAL PROJECTS

Warehouse Reconciliation (September - November 1989)

* Reviewed and reconciled storehouse accounts in an effort to determine profit or loss
* Tracked erroneous entries to their source and adjusted financial data as required
* Trained Materials Analysts at warehouse locations on the proper handling of storehouse accounts

Budget Analysis (June - September 1989)

* Reformatted a total of 51 operating budgets and prepared corresponding mail ballots and variance analyses for partners to determine both voting procedures and working interest ownership
* Obtained partners' approval for all 51 operating budgets

Senior Financial Analyst (January 1984 - June 1984)

* Investigated and responded to both internal and external audit queries regarding area production operations
* Analyzed financial and administrative functions and formulated recommendations to improve overall efficiency, reduce expenditures, and interface effectively with all corporate groups to ensure compliance with accounting and financial controls

Production Administrator (June 1982 - January 1984)

* Prepared and processed right-of-way and surface lease, road use, and pipeline agreements
* Handled ERCB applications for pipeline construction and applied for pipeline, road, creek, and river crossings as well as drilling well licenses
* Prepared and distributed bids for sump treatments, lease sites, and road construction
* Maintained control of survey plans, company maps, pipeline files, road billings, and company credit cards
* Liaised with ERCB and governmental concerns regarding reclamation and inspection of leases

Materials Analyst (December 1980 - June 1982)

* Maintained warehouse and storage yard functions
* Expedited material movements
* Prepared material transfers
* Handled registration and movement of pressure vessels, fuels, and chemical stock
* Coordinated inspection of all tubular goods

Assistant Financial Analyst (December 1979 - December 1980)

* Prepared and processed invoices for payment
* Updated contractor rate schedules
* Handled all correspondence with contractors and suppliers
* Prepared journal entries for account adjustments
* Coded employee timesheets
* Performed special financial duties as required

AREAS OF EFFECTIVENESS

Demonstrated Skills and Abilities

* Thorough knowledge of accounting theory and practice, with particular emphasis on the implementation of management accounting practices and internal financial controls

* Extensive experience in purchasing and materials management

* Proven ability in the accurate correlation of operating activities and expenditures

* Strong business acumen

* Computer-literate - extensive experience with the following computer based financial systems and software applications: Q-Byte, Dun & Bradstreet Financial, Filenet Imaging, ARMS (Accounts Receivable Management System), SGMS (Surplus Goods Management System), CRS (Customer Reporting System), RMDS (Report Management and Distribution System), Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Lotus Smartsuite, SAP Materials Management, Orion Materials Management

* Skilled in all aspects of project management and administration

* Excellent interpersonal skills; able to communicate well with diverse groups of people

* Well-organized and committed to effective time management; able to function well under pressure created by work demands and time restraints

* Creative and resourceful; able to initiate and organize projects from the conceptual stage through implementation to evaluation

* Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills

* Flexible, quick to learn and able to adapt effectively to changing situations

* Effective leadership and team-building skills

* People-oriented; able to work closely with others in a team environment

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS

Volunteer, Annual 630 CHED Santa's Anonymous campaign (since 1994). . . Member, Whitemud Hills Playground Association. . . Family involvement. . . Alpine skiing, golfing, boating, cooking, stock market investments

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