Resume

Darrell G. West
319 East Pine Street #209, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
251-586-3561 ~ [email protected]

ACCOUNTING & FINANCE PROFESSIONAL

More than 35 years of comprehensive experience as a Vice President of Finance, CFO, Controller, Manager, and Accountant for companies within the software development, healthcare, contract foodservice, construction and public accounting industries. Initial Public Offering work group team member. Designed, implemented and directed projects to document and test controls for initial adoption of SOX 404. Extensive experience in preparing financial statements, SEC Reporting, implementation of GAAP and coordination of internal and external audits. Utilize analysis, insights and a team approach to drive organizational improvements and implementation of best practices. Ensure accuracy of transaction level accounting completed by staff. Strong communication and leadership skills as demonstrated by proficiency in establishing productive relationships with investors, research analysts, board members, clients and colleagues, as well as building talented teams through training, coaching, and mentoring. Possess skills and abilities that are well suited to a variety of industries.

CORE COMPETENCIES

SEC Reporting / Compliance  Software Revenue Recognition  Internal Controls / SOX 404
Treasury Management  Staff Training / Coaching / Mentoring  Project Design / Direction
Financial Audits  IPO Work Group Assurance / Advisory Expertise  Tax Preparation

EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS
HARD ROCK STONE & TILE, LLC, SEMMES, AL • JANUARY 2025 – CURRENT
Controller
Charged with guiding the accounting functions including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, and information systems. Responsible for negotiation and evaluation of various contracts including insurance, telecommunications and other general corporate agreements.

AVA WEST CONSULTING, MOBILE, AL • JANUARY 2010 – PRESENT
Contract Accounting Services
Providing contract accounting and business operations consulting services to various businesses. Guidance provided in all areas of accounting including tax return preparation, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, information systems and financial reporting. Industries served include Healthcare IT, Automotive Dealerships, Charter Airline Services, and Commercial Construction.

STORM RECONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC., MOBILE, AL • JULY 2010 – AUGUST 2015
A nationally recognized leader in providing infrastructure disaster response and recovery services.
Controller
Charged with guiding the accounting functions including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, and information systems. Responsible for negotiation and evaluation of various contracts including insurance, telecommunications and other general corporate agreements. Manage prequalification and compliance with various governmental agencies including FEMA, OHSA and state Departments of Transportation. Report directly to company owners. Play an integral role in guiding the bid process on multi-year emergency disaster contracts and various construction / demolition projects.

COMPUTER PROGRAMS AND SYSTEMS, INC, MOBILE, AL • JANUARY 2002 – JUNE 2010
Healthcare Information Technology Company, designs, develops, markets, installs and supports information technology systems to small and mid-sized hospitals in the United States with revenues of $150M+ and workforce of 1200+ employees.
Vice President, Finance & Chief Financial Officer • OCTOBER 2007 – JUNE 2010
Controller • JANUARY 2002 – SEPTEMBER 2007
Charged with guiding all accounting and treasury functions including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, and information systems related to accounting and inventory. Additional areas of responsibility included human resources, corporate travel, plant operations and property management. Ensured accuracy of transaction-level accounting performed by staff and performed monthly closing procedures, generating accurate and timely monthly reporting to CEO. Coordinated quarterly financial reviews and annual audit of the financial statements, SEC filings and benefit plans. Managed ongoing relationships and communications with outside accounting firm. Supervised 6 management-level direct
reports.

CHARTER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEM OF MOBILE, MOBILE, AL • 1995 – 2001
A 70 bed, free-standing, psychiatric hospital, owned by the largest private operator of behavioral health facilities in the United States.
Chief Financial Officer
Charged with managing all financial operations of this hospital including accounting and finance, payroll, cash management, budgeting, admissions, business office management, purchasing, and information systems. Responsibilities also included management of contracts with providers, oversight of utilization review, dietary, housekeeping and plant operations.

MORRISON RESTAURANTS, INC. MOBILE, AL & ATLANTA, GA • 1992 – 1995
A national, multi-concept food service company with operating divisions including Morrison’s Cafeteria, Ruby Tuesday Restaurants, and Morrison Healthcare Contract Services.
Financial Analyst, Healthcare Contract Services Responsible for budgeting, monthly financial reporting, sales analysis and special projects for this $250 million division.

ERNST & YOUNG. MOBILE & BIRMINGHAM, AL • 1988 – 1992
A global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, advisory service and strategic growth markets.
Senior Accountant
Successfully coordinated and conducted audit engagements of Healthcare Systems ranging in size from 120 to 750 beds.

LICENSURE

CPA, Inactive
Property & Automotive Insurance Adjuster

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

MBA, LSU Shreveport (Currently Attending)

Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Concentration in Accounting

The University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL