Francis Lanford

FRANCIS LANFORD
Senior Cost Analyst
 

CAREER SUMMARY

Broad experience in profit analysis, variance analysis, cost tracking, project management, model development, compliance management, and budgeting. Thoroughly familiar with traditional and activity-based costing systems and variables.

  • Accurate and Detail Oriented: Proven ability to initiate and accomplish tasks independently and consistently contribute 110%. Solid skills in multitasking and time management.
  • Effective Communicator: Able to work well with management staff and personnel at all levels. Equally comfortable dealing with customers, vendors, or the general public.
  • Computer Literate: Proficient with Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Expert knowledge of database systems. Proven ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.

EXPERIENCE

ACME FREIGHTWAYS – Seattle, Washington
Senior Cost Analyst (2003-Present)
  • Supervise staff, coordinate activities of costing group, and oversee department training. Perform difficult / complex analyses as needed.
  • Improved efficiency by redesigning complex Excel spreadsheets (multiple models, up to 61 sheets).
  • Designed process to support implementation of paperless database system in 2003.
  • Developed surcharge rate system in Excel to accommodate variables (requires monthly, bimonthly, and weekly re-evaluation).
  • Member, Data Security Committee.
Cost Analyst (1999-2003)
  • Developed department costing models and comprehensive profit analysis discounting methodology.
  • Prepared detailed reports and presented information to upper management.
  • Worked extensively with data warehouse systems; constructed and submitted queries, built models, and maintained templates.
  • Functioned as direct liaison to customers; prepared and distributed weekly rate bulletin to ensure customer access to fluctuating rates.
  • Member, Pricing Committee.
Cost Accountant, Management Accounting (1995-1999)
  • Prepared journal entries, audited reports, developed computer models, and provided revenue narratives.
  • Published Executive and Board statements and facilitated weekly forecasting.
  • Prepared monthly / quarterly cost reports.
  • Processed and settled inter-company accounting transactions and dealt extensively with foreign currency issues.
  • Played an important role in updating company's international systems to U.S. standards.

ADVOCATE INCORPORATED – Dallas, Texas
Financial Analyst (1989-1995)

  • Supervised staff of three, reviewed financial statements, analyzed variances, and compiled monthly income statements.
  • Functioned as Payroll Department analyst.
  • Reviewed capital appropriation requests, marketing plans, and expenditures.
  • Developed annual business plan and flexible budgets.
  • Conducted post-expenditure audits.

ABC CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC. – Seattle, Washington
Office Manager (1983-1989)

  • Managed administrative operations and supervised two clerical workers.
  • Responsible for general bookkeeping and budget management.
  • Prepared staff payroll.

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF SEATTLE – Seattle, Washington
BS Business Administration (1983)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

  • AMA Financial Analysis
  • Stress Management
  • Coping with Change
  • Project Management
  • Information Management

CONTACT ME

(555) 000-5555
jobseeker@careerfolios.com

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