Bernard John White
Wicklow
Summary
Accomplished professional with many years of expertise in overseeing accounting functions for multinational companies. Proficient in directing end-to-end accounting cycles, financial reporting and policy and procedure development. Well versed in US GAAP, IFRS, and other statutory requirements.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Consultant Freelance
Croghan Consultancy
Wicklow / Wexford / Carlow
02.2023 - Current
- Support for small business
- Investment
- Implementation
- Conducted detailed financial analysis and research to identify potential areas of improvement for clients.
- Prepared reports for senior management regarding the progress of accounts under management and any changes that may be needed based on changing market conditions or client objectives.
Group Financial Controller
GOLFLINK EVOLVE
Carlow / Wexford
03.2019 - 02.2023
- Company Overview: Golflink Evolve was established in 2018, with over 20 years of experience within the company.
- Specializing in the construction projects of new golf courses and the modification of existing golf courses.
- Https://twitter.com/GolfLinkEvolve
- Course/Project work in Ireland, the UK, and Europe.
- Golflink Evolve was established in 2018 with over 20 years of experience within the company.
- Specializing in the construction projects of new golf courses and the modification of existing golf courses.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
- Https://twitter.com/GolfLinkEvolve
Head Coach U16's Girls
Arklow Rugby Football Club
Arklow
06.2021 - 06.2021
- Voluntary Role June 2021 - PRESENT
- Development U14s - U16s Girls
- Squad of over 40 Girls
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
Group Financial Controller
Taoglas
Enniscorthy
01.2016 - 03.2019
- Company Overview: Taoglas is a world-leading provider of next-generation IoT solutions and services, combining the latest in high-performance RF antenna technology with advanced positioning, imaging, audio, and artificial intelligence technologies for enterprises with unique IoT challenges.
- Group financial control of a c.6 entity group located worldwide: Taiwan, US, China, Germany, France, and Ireland.
- Preparation of group monthly consolidated management accounts, reporting packs, and analysis.
- Oversee audit in c.6 subsidiary; managing all external reporting requirements.
- Management of a team of 5 (HQ); R&D tax credit, IPO ready, transfer pricing, Enterprise Ireland grants, ESA funding, ERP SAP Bus One/Sharperlight.
- Developing and implementing best practice controls and procedures for the finance function.
- Due diligence and subsequent integration of companies based in Europe and North America.
- Perform cash management functions, and oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash disbursement, payroll, and bank reconciliation functions.
- Taoglas is a world-leading provider of next-generation IoT solutions and services, combining the latest in high-performance RF antenna technology with advanced positioning, imaging, audio, and artificial intelligence technologies for enterprises with unique IoT challenges.
Country Financial Manager
Sepam
Doha
03.2013 - 12.2015
- Company Overview: Established in 1976, the entity is a global engineering, procurement, management, and construction company operating in the USA, Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa, Australia, Russia, and CIS.
- Head of Finance in Qatar for Sepam, overseeing the main project of the New Doha Airport (2022 FIFA World Cup).
- Report directly to Sepam Group, Clonmel.
- Main Project NDIA (CP 133/6201/CP 19), PMP, and GSS work.
- Manage a team of 25 at the peak of projects.
- Established in 1976, the entity is a global engineering, procurement, management, and construction company operating in the USA, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Australia, Russia, and the CIS.
Financial Controller
Colt International
Kilcoole
01.2005 - 03.2013
- Company Overview: Colt has been contributing to a healthy, safe and sustainable built environment for nearly 85 years
- All accounting function within Ireland for Colt Ventilation
- Managing team of 3 , reporting directly to Colt Group in UK
- Monthly management a/c Budgets Forecasting Order Bank HR
- Presentation of Financial performance on Quarterly bases to Colt Group
- Colt has been contributing to a healthy, safe and sustainable built environment for nearly 85 years
Financial Controller
Eurpice
Enniscorthy
11.2001 - 01.2005
- 8 retail stores in South east of Ireland
- CARLOW, ENNISCORTHY,GOREY,WEXFORD,BRAY, KILKENNY,TALLAGHT, WATERFORD, WEXFORD
- All accounting functions ;Monthly Management accounts ;Wages /HR (75 employees);Revenue returns Oversee Audit Costing Stock take
Trainee Accountant
Doyle Foley & Co Chartered Certified Accountants
Gorey
06.1998 - 11.2001
Senior Rugby Referee
Leinster Rugby Referees
02.2011
- OVER 14 YEARS SENIOR RUGBY REFEREE
- ACTIVE PANEL A REFEREE
- International Dubai 7's, Level 4 (IPAS) ; Asia international ; Towns Cup Final ;
- Senior Schools cup
- Leinster Senior League , ,Leinster Junior 1 league
- JP Flanagan 20's leagues : UAE League
- 7s Tournaments - Dubai International 7's ; Kinsale ,Athlone ,Dunbrody ,Marble 7s,Tullamore 7s, IRFU 7's
Education
Certified Public Accountant - Accounting and Finance
Griffith College Dublin
01.2004
Bachelor of Business (Honours) - Finance and Accounting
Institute of Technology, Carlow
01.2000
Certificate in Agriculture - Agriculture, General
Warrenstown Agri College
01.1996
Leaving Cert -
Newtown School Waterford
01.1995
Skills
- Month-end and year-end closings
- ERP systems expertise
- Report generation
- Consolidation accounting
- Management accounting
- Financial management
Certification
- Senior Rugby Coach
- CPA
- Accountant Technician
- Bachelor of Business (Honours)
- Certifiacte in Agriculture
Awards
- ARLB (Leinster Rugby Referees) Referee of the year, Harold Ardil Award, 2018
- 13 Caps Rugby Leinster Juniors
- Enniscorthy RFC Captain, 2004-2006
- UAE Referee, 2013-2015
- International Dubai 7's
- Enniscorthy RFC Player of the year, 1999
Languages
English, Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Financial Consultant Freelance
Croghan Consultancy
02.2023 - Current
Head Coach U16's Girls
Arklow Rugby Football Club
06.2021 - 06.2021
Group Financial Controller
GOLFLINK EVOLVE
03.2019 - 02.2023
Group Financial Controller
Taoglas
01.2016 - 03.2019
Country Financial Manager
Sepam
03.2013 - 12.2015
Senior Rugby Referee
Leinster Rugby Referees
02.2011
Financial Controller
Colt International
01.2005 - 03.2013
Financial Controller
Eurpice
11.2001 - 01.2005
Trainee Accountant
Doyle Foley & Co Chartered Certified Accountants
06.1998 - 11.2001
- Senior Rugby Coach
- CPA
- Accountant Technician
- Bachelor of Business (Honours)
- Certifiacte in Agriculture
Certified Public Accountant - Accounting and Finance
Griffith College Dublin
Bachelor of Business (Honours) - Finance and Accounting
Institute of Technology, Carlow
Certificate in Agriculture - Agriculture, General
Warrenstown Agri College
Leaving Cert -
Newtown School Waterford
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