1. DAWN SHORE, CPA
108 Carter Way
Glen Mills, PA 19342
(h) 610-459-3321 (c) 610-416-5176
dawnshore5@hotmail.com
LinkedIn: Dawn (Smith) Shore, CPA
SUMMARY
Proactive and energetic Accounting Professional with significant years of diversified Corporate and 501(c)(3) experience
with a world known museum and conservancy organization. Strong business acumen with ability to problem solve financial
situations and remain flexible to apply cost effective solutions. Areas of expertise include:
• Annual Budget • Board of Directors Quarterly Reports • General Ledger
• Fixed Asset Depreciation • Endowment Fund Administration • All Federal & State Tax Filings
• Payroll /W-2’s • Benefits Administration • Strong Microsoft User Skills
• Corporate Tax Returns • Policies Procedures Writing • Compliance Issues
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Brandywine Conservancy and Museum of Art 1995-Present
The Brandywine Conservancy is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization holding more than 458 conservation easements and
has protected more than 62,000 acres in Chester and Delaware counties, Pennsylvania, and in New Castle County,
Delaware. The Brandywine River Museum of Art is renowned for its holdings of the Wyeth family of artists, the Museum
features galleries dedicated to the work of N. C. Wyeth, Andrew Wyeth and Jamie Wyeth. Annual operating budget for the
entire organization is in the $11 million range with an endowment in excess of $83 million.
Controller/Assistant Controller
• Compiles final annual budget in organized legible manner for implementation and monitoring. This process includes
interaction with both department heads to board of directors to include salary and multiple property considerations.
• Monitors budget by administering a linked companywide budget worksheet. Monthly analysis and quarterly meetings
with department heads to review details of budget vs. actual variances.
• Quarterly preparation and presentation of Board of Directors power point financial status.
• Quarterly group presentation of financials to entire staff for knowledge sharing.
• Supervise payroll and accounting staff.
• Analysis of monthly endowment investment reports in excess of $83M – both domestic and offshore hedge funds.
Reconcile and book all income, realized and unrealized gains and losses, and any incoming or outgoing transfers.
• Work directly on financial special projects as needed including;
• Managed Employee benefits contract 2015.
• Handles fiscal year to annual year accounting change 2015.
• Formal grant requests.
• Cultural Data Project.
• Actively reviewing new accounting software to keep systems up to date.
• Coordinate, communicate, and work with outside auditors each year to ensure a timely and efficient audit report.
• File all quarterly & annual payroll tax filings, annual form 990 (Tax Return for Charitable Organization) and annual
Pennsylvania State tax return.
• Maintain schedule of all Conservancy fixed assets and depreciation.
• Maintain the general ledger and all account analysis on a monthly basis, from journal entry preparation and input thru
financial statement preparation and review. Include preparation and presentation of annual and monthly cash
forecasting.

2. • Proficient with Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Solomon Accounting Software, Depreciation Solutions thru Creative
Solutions Software, and internet financial research.
Fischer Cunnane & Associates, Ltd., West Chester, PA 1990 –1995
Senior Accountant/Staff Accountant
• Audit work on larger corporate clients; Scott Papers.
• Small Business accounting for various clients.
• Payroll filings, W-2’s, corporate tax returns.
CERTIFICATES AND EDUCATION
CPA – License no. CA032936L – Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (passed first seating)
West Chester University, Accounting Classes
University of Delaware, Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Delaware Humane Association.
Board of Directors and Executive Committee 2004-Present.
- Instrumental in capital campaign for $3 million new building 2015.
- Manage several fund raising events.
Garnet Valley High School Post Prom in 2004 and 2008
Co-Chair of a one night event involving diverse personnel and budget of $30,000 and $42,000 respectively.
Elam United Methodist Church
Served as Treasurer for the Trustees.
INTERESTS
“Bijoux – Handcrafted Jewelry by Dawn Shore”. A craft hobby that developed into a small business where I design
and make jewelry and market at Art Festivals around the Delaware Valley.
Rehoboth Beach – Enjoy time at the beach.
Travel – Australia, Europe, Singapore, Cruises and general destinations.
REFERENCES: AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST