1. Nathaniel H. Echols
47872AlleghenyCircle|PotomacFalls,VA20165 |(571)278-1671|nechols326@verizon.net
CORPORATE FINANCIAL EXECUTIVE
Over 20 years of experience. Noted track record of successfully reinforcing the effectiveness of
internal financial operations utilizing GAAP standards while implementing QuickBooks, Sympaq,
Deltek, ProCas, Great Plains and MS Dynamic Navision software applications as new systems that
capture key gains in accuracy, efficiency, and productivity reporting in government contracting
environments. Essential revenue recognition through provisional, actual rate computations and
forward pricing with strategic forecasting and budgetary strengths. Clearances held: TS/SCI and
Secret.
Profile of Qualifications
 FinancialPlanning & Analyses  Participation in Mergers & Acquisitions
 Developing & TrackingBudgets  Profit &Loss Responsibility
 Building Financial& InternalControls  Bid & ProposalPreparation
 Collaborate with Program andProject Mgrs.  Cost Analyses
 Team building & TrainingProcesses  Human Resources Administration
 ExceptionalSkills in FinancialForecasting  Oversight of RegulatoryCompliance
 Accounting System Implementations  Direct FinancialOperations
 Manage & Support Gov’t Contracts  Policy & Procedure Augmentation
Education
National-Louis University-Mclean, VA MS, Management,
National-Louis University-Mclean, VA BA, Management
Marymount University – Arlington, VA Managerial Accounting
Bryant & Stratton Business Institute AOS, Accounting,
Executive History
2014to 2015:Federal ContractorSolutionsLLC –
Senior Consultant and Associate
· Served as an integralmember of a team of consultants leading engagements at clients of this company dedicated to
providing managed accounting services and training for the Navision suite of accounting software products (now
known as Microsoft Dynamics NAV).
· Recruited, traveled and trained client staff members with a mandate to improve existing processes, implement new
processes, and manage an overall increase in the effectiveness of operations; secured substantial gains in the pace of the
financial reporting process.
· Leveraged broad and deep insight into FederalAcquisition Regulations (FAR), the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS),and
the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) Cost Accounting Audit Manual(DCAM) to serve the needs of government
client reporting with the highest levels of expertise.

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· Employed lean accounting practices in order to significantly improve efficiencies, timeliness and delivery of financial
reporting.
Nathaniel H. Echols
47872AlleghenyCircle|PotomacFalls,VA20165 |(571)278-1671|nechols326@verizon.net
2006 to 2014: Windwalker Corporation, Vienna, VA –
Vice President of Finance and Administration
Served a key contributory role navigating this performance evaluation and education research company through a
period of massive growth, from $3MM to $15MM,with a focus on managing all financial reporting, as well as
procurement,accounting, human resources, and various aspects of corporate operations. Advanced rapidly from an
initial role as Controller to Chief Financial Officer, culminating in a promotion to an executive leadership position as Vice
President of Finance and Administration.
“Nate is a hardworkingand committed VicePresident who takes on new challenges with focus and
determination. He is an integral and reliable member of the executive team” Excerpt from Performance
Review.
· Successfully managed tooperate an abandoned M/S Navision accounting system to fulloperation status in 3 months.
· Recognized for building the company’s first annualbudget in ten years, providing the foundation for a 100% gain in
revenue while managing lines of credit and asset loan accounts valued at $1M.
· Maintained supervisory authority over a team of 7 direct reports, accountants, HR and IT department; exercised
executive accountability for all accounting, financialstatement preparation,financial presentations,while directing total
corporate operations.
· Took all necessary steps to review and optimized finance and accounting policies, procedures, and infrastructure to
maximize benefit to the company; collaborated with an externalaccounting firm in the coordination of corporate tax
filings, annualaudits, and reviews of corporate financialperformance.
· Led the preparation and production of annualcorporate budgets and engaged in strategicplanning to enhance forward
pricing modeling; served as the architect of pricing proposals in support of multiple tasks and contracts.
· Contributed additionalservice and expertise as Contracts Manager,performing financial analysis, backlog reporting,
and generalsupport for T&M, FFP, CPFF, and commercial contracts; additionally, tracked contract performance and
ensured compliance with DCAA
· Coordinated and led internalaudits to ensure cost accuracy and maintained control of overhead & G&A expenses.
· Prepared and coordinated financials for acquisition purposes.
2005 to 2006: Logistics Applications Inc., Alexandria, VA
Controller/Contracts Manager
Retained with a mandate to improve the accounting process at this $12MM provider of logistics services to the federal
government, supporting the transformation of the organization from a facilities management toan information services
firm to a high tech services oriented company.
· Managed a team of three professionals engaged in contract administration and full cycle accounting functions, part of an
overall scope of responsibilities including financial statement preparation and distribution.
· Provided guidance and direction to executives, staff members, and Program Managers empowering the commitment of
key economic decisions backed by solid research and information.
· Exercised the authority to lead negotiations on government contracts, including the key terms and conditions governing
T&M, CPFF, FFP and GWAC agreements.
· Created budgetary and cash flow reporting procedures and presentation
· Coordinated and led staff training on the DELTK GCS system and then conversion to the PROCAS accounting system.

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Nathaniel H. Echols
47872AlleghenyCircle|PotomacFalls,VA20165 |(571)278-1671|nechols326@verizon.net
2004 – 2005: New Directions NA LLC. Fairfax, VA
CFO/ Project Manager
As CFO and Project Manager, executed full service accounting, budget development, financial reporting, and decision-
making guidance and direction for this start-up company engaged in engineering services for the government; facilitated
the development of winning proposals designed to capture federal contracts and business with telecommunications
carriers. Managed contract administration in full compliance with DCAA, FAR and DFAR requirements.
· Oversaw skyrocketing revenue growth with expansion from $300K to$3MM in six months, bolstered by additional
wireless telecom marketing strategies and alliances.
· Collaborated extensively with OMB officials at Dept.of Energy to identify process and procedure workflow assessment
documentation, serving as the basis for an initiative that stream lined techniques and reduced monthly processing cycle
for reports by approximately 30%.
· Served as project manager for Base Realignment and Closure Program (BRAC) for the United States Navy, where 138 of
the team’s 168 recommendations were adopted for implementation.
1997 to 2004: Sentech Inc., Bethesda, MD
Director of Finance and Administration
Fulfilled a critical role managing corporate finance and administration for this energy research development firm,
receiving a promotion to Director of Finance and Administration after serving three years as Controller.
· Responsible for the management of all accounting functions and financial statement production with authority over a
staff of two accountants, human resources personnel and contracts administrator.
· Led the preparation of pricing proposals and forward pricing in support of initiatives associated with compensation,
bids for goods and services, use of consultants, and fee structures.
· Oversaw all recruiting, hiring, and training of accounting and human resources staff
· Captured key gains in operational efficiency and productivity through a comprehensive review and revision of
accounting policies and procedures,as well as the employee handbook.
· Directed staff training to build competencies in Microsoft Exceland the SYMPAQ accounting system; led the
procurement and implementation of WIND2, a government engineering accounting software system.
· Collaborated with an externalaccounting firm to execute corporate tax filings, annualaudits, and reviews of corporate
performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
· As required,reviewed corporate benefit packages to ensure the provision of services necessary to maintain employee
retention, morale, and engagement.
Early Career
Director of Finance and Administration, Management Support Technology Inc., Fairfax, VA
Manager of Finance and Administration, KathpalTechnologies Inc., Dunn Loring, VA
GeneralManager and Controller, Sycom Inc., Chantilly, VA
Accounting Manager, Walcoff & Associates Inc., Alexandria, VA
Honorably discharged from United States Air Force