1. Andrew A. Remijas
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8544 S. Lorel
Burbank, IL 60459
708 351-1109
A1REMIJAS@YAHOO.COM
Executive Summary
A seasoned Manager in Accounting,Operations, Administrations and Human Resources.
Experience in both Manufacturing and Service based industries. Extremely organized, detailed and dead-
line oriented. Self-motivated and works independently as a team player with a “Roll up my sleeves and get
the work done attitude”.Talented leader and motivator to support the achievement ofoverall company
goals, objectives and future growth.
Experiences
Controllership
 Managed finance, accounting and internal control functions oftwo manufacturing organization.
 Responsible for coordination ofmonthly closings and preparation of financial statements
 Coordinated and directed the financial planning, budgeting and procurement ofa manufacturing
organization.
 Supervised and trained employees performing financial reporting, accounting, billing, collections,
payroll and budgeting duties.
 Experienced in all corporate tax requirements.
 Prepare and filed annual tax returns.
 Proficiency in both Window and UNIXbased accounting software.
Treasurer
 Preparation of Performa financial statements and models for securing newcompany banking
relationships.
 Designed dashboards and balanced scorecards for senior management use.
 Developed and maintained relationships with banking, insurance and non-organizational
accounting personnel in order to facilitate financial activities.
Enterprise Wide Process Improvements
 Strong cost background in manufacturing accounting.
 Analyzed the financial details ofpast, present, and expected operations in order to identify
opportunities and areas where improvements are needed.
 Proficient in labor negotiations and human resource matters.
 Developed and maintained companywide organizational policies and procedures.
 Proficiency in both Window and UNIXbased accounting software.

2. Employment History
Self Employed 2011 to Current Accounting & Tax Services / Business Consultant
For the last three years I have been employed part-time as a Controller / Consultant for Sassafras
Enterprises Inc. Originally engaged to bring financial stability to the company’s financial
reporting functions, my efforts resulted in obtaining a new financial package for 100% of the
company’s outstanding debt. I have also been involved in organizing and maintaining both the
corporate purchasing and inventory functions.
George S. MayInternational Company Park Ridge, IL Business Consultants
Project Director 2009 to 2010
Through objective analysis and implementation of standard business practices, I consulted small
and medium size companies to become more profitable by controlling costs and increasing
productivity. As Project Director, my team generated over a Million dollars of successful
consulting revenues.
Chicago-Allis Mfg Corp. Chicago, IL MechanicalFace SealMfg.
ISO/TS16949
Controller / Human Resource Dir. 2005 to 2008 and 1979 to 1995
Responsibilities were:
Managed all the personnel in the following departments: Accounting,IT, Human resources,
Purchasing, Shipping and Warehousing. Coordinated efforts between all department managers to assure
corporate goals were obtained.
Publication of accurate and timely managerial reports for the plant and financial analysis. These reports
were used for companywide tactical decisions.
Actively involved in the implementation oftwo newcomputer system upgrades incorporating existing
financial reporting and installing new financial modules to improve productivity.
Established and maintained a computerized MRP-based job cost system that provided management real-
time information on a job-by-job basis utilizing BOMs and routings. Analyzed and identified labor and
material variances that are used to improve manufacturing performance.
Initiated short term and long term planning efforts including forecasts, budgets and strategic plans.
Coordinated the development and maintenance ofthe standard cost system, analysis and reporting
procedures to assist in overall financial control.
Freedman SeatCompany Chicago, IL Custom SeatMfg.
Software Consultant Jan – May 2005
Assisted with the implementation ofcompany’s newERP software, M2M.
Responsible for the input of companywide inventory cost standards and reviewing BOMs
and routings ofnewbusiness venture.

3. John Gillen Company Cicero, IL Screw Machine Products Mfg. QS/9000
Controller / Treasurer 1996 to 2004
Managed the entire range ofcorporate financial activity, including both the Treasury & Accounting
functions for a privately held $10 million organization.
Responsible for all remarketing and renewals ofproperty, casualty, and specialty lines of insurances.
Maintained a computerized MRP-based job cost system that provided management real-time information
on a job-by-job basis utilizing BOMs and routings
Primary contact for all banking relationships and activities.
Maintained cash management over receipts and disbursements to allowfor maximum cash flow.
Reviewed and obtained alternative financing for capital equipment purchases resulting in substantial
annual savings.
Maintain records for both Salary and Hourly Qualified Pension Plans. Completed annual audit
preparation and DOL/IRS 5500 filings.
Ceco Corporation Oak Brook, IL SteelProducts Mfg.
A/C Payable Supervisor 1978 to 1979
Supervised staffof10 accounting clerks handling corporate A/C Payable function.
Education
University ofIllinois, Chicago,IL B.S. Accounting Emphasis in Computers