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1. Mary Ware Jacobs
2705 Stillwater Lake Lane ♦ Marietta, Georgia ♦ 30066♦ 404-273-5871 marywarejacobs@gmail.com
Dedicated accounting, finance and recruiting manager, who integrates strong recruiting experience with
diverse experience in accounting, administration and management. Exceptional analytical skills with the
ability to understand the business needs of the internal as well as the external client and to provide
decision support tools to stakeholders. Excellent ability to research and develop significant understanding
of critical financial issues and effectively communicate findings from staff level to C-Suite. A tireless
and effective team leader, mentor, and motivator who develops loyal, collaborative and efficient teams.
EXPERIENCE:
MANHEIM DIGITAL MARKETPLACE, Senior Accountant August 2013 — Present
A subsidiary of Atlanta-based Cox Enterprises, Manheimhas20,000 employees in 106 operating locations around
the globe. Manheimis the world’s leading provider of vehicle remarketing services. In 2012, Manheim handled
nearly 8 million used vehicles, facilitating transactions representing more than $50 billion in value.
 Rejoined Manheim to assist with a significant reconciliation project for Manheim Digital Marketplace (MDM).
At the time, MDM had experienced significant turnover and was undergoing transition from operating as a
Product entity with Non-Auction procedures to an Auction entity (becoming the 70 Manheim Auction) and was
now required to follow strict Auction financial procedures. The MDM Finance team required experienced
Manheim Financial assistance to complete the project. With a desire to return to Manheim, agreed to assist
with reconciliation project.
 Assisted with the rapid reconciliation project identifying over $3 million in reconciling items and implementing
sound accounting procedures. Was an integral part of the team that completed the project in 8 months ensuring
that Manheim Digital Marketplace moved from a Red compliance score in December 2013 to a green
compliance score in March, June and October 2014.
 Managed the transfer of accounting responsibilities from Dealer Match to Manheim Digital Marketplace.
 Developed and implemented sound arbitration procedures with new arbitration department. On a daily basis,
manages accounting for arbitrations and handles Dealer customer service relating to arbitration payments and
arbitration related accounts receivable. Facilitates the transfer of charges to sister auctions on vehicles that
arbitrated and are to be resold at said Auction.
 Communicates with sister Auctions to ensure timely forwarding of funds through intercompany system when
arbitrated vehicles are sold by another Auction. Prepares and distributes to AR the necessary information to
remove arbitrated vehicle AR once payments are received.
 Balances the Sale at the end of the Sale week ensuring all payments to seller, payments from buyer and
adjustments are accurately recorded performing reclassifications when required and subsequently posting entry
to General Ledger to record the sale.
 Prepared Standard Operating Procedures to document Sale Close and Arbitration procedures.
Accounting, Finance and Recruiting Manager
 Director of Finance, Regional Controller, Controller, and Internal Auditor in the Internet, Auto
Auction, Media, Newspaper and Cable Industries
 Accounting and Finance Client Service Manager and Recruiter for Executive and Management
level Project Consulting Firms principally in Healthcare, Financial Services, and Government
Industries

2.  Performs month-end duties to ensure the production of accurate financial statements by preparing and posting
journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts and performing financial analysis. Financial analysis also
performed to give General Manager, Assistant General Managers, Operations and Sales team insight into
performance for the respective month.
WARBIRD CONSULTING PARTNERS, Recruiting Manager February 2012 — August 2013
A professional services firmthat offers scalable, value-driven accounting and financial advisory solutions to its
clients by providing proven, experienced professionals and project management services to Fortune 500
companies, healthcare organizations, government agencies, financial institutions, and small to medium-sized
businesses.
 Managed a database of 3,200 (50% of entire active database) Finance, Accounting, IT, Revenue Cycle, and
Investment Project Consultants. Utilized finance and accounting technical and management experience to
understand and discuss technical issues with internal and project consultant clients.
 On a team of 4, submitted 47% of candidates for positions from 1/2013 through 5/2013.
 Developed key metrics for recruiting team to evaluate performance of team individually and as a whole.
 Sourced candidates through networking, consultant referrals, and targeted websites for long-term associate
contract pool as well as specific candidates with specialized expertise for unique client projects.
 Performed detailed behavioral and technical interviews with prospective consultants. Created and analyzed
comprehensive interview documentation to assess how the candidate’s soft skills, technical knowledge and
work experience met the client’s project requirements.
 Collaborated with Fulfillment Manager to identify consultants appropriate for specific client projects by
providing insight into skill set, personality, consultant’s project interests, location request, etc.
 Negotiated contract rates with candidates.
 Supported the Government RFP Response team by preparing detailed spreadsheets to track candidates for
complex Federal Government projects. Identified, recruited and interviewed candidates meeting specific
project as well as governmental and quasi-governmental clearance requirements. Procured documents required
for candidate submission.
 Once candidate selected by client, submitted employment paperwork and performed reference checks. Over
the course of the engagement, assisted consultant with technical or political client issues as needed.
INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT, Financial Projects Consultant, Resort Condo Association Treasurer, Parent,
Odyssey of the Mind Coach, Lego Robotics Coach and School Volunteer March 2003 — Present
RESOURCES CONNECTION, Client Service Manager, Recruiting Manager, and CPE Program Development
and Event Planner (Part-Time) October 1998 — March 2003
ResourcesConnection,Inc.(NASDAQ: RECN), is a multinational professional services firm and parent company
of ResourcesGlobal Professional ("RGP"). Partnering with businessleaders, RGP drives internal change across
all parts of a global enterprise - accounting, finance, risk management and internal audit, corporate advisory,
strategic communications and restructuring, information management, human capital, supply chain management,
healthcare solutions, and legal and regulatory services.
 Developed a quarterly CPE program provided to clients, prospective clients and consultants. Program grew to
300+ attendees during tenure.
 Directed the development of programs which addressed 4 issues of critical importance to accounting and
finance professionals. Ensured that all programs met the AICPA’s Statement on Standards for Continuing
Professional Education (CPE) Programs.
 Interviewed and secured relevant speakers. Periodically, assisted speakers with research and presentation
preparation. Typically, proofread final presentations and suggested changes.
 Worked with the event facility to ensure the success of the program. Occasionally, researched, prepared and
presented CPE topics. Prepared and presented a particularly complex presentation concerning the special-
purpose entities that former Enron CFO Andrew Fastow used to manage risks which eventually contributed to
Enron’s collapse.

3.  Sourced candidates through networking, associate referrals, and targeted websites for long-term associate
contract pool as well as specific candidates with specialized expertise for unique client projects. Interviewed
and assessed qualified applicants.
 Negotiated contract rates with candidates. Provided new hire orientation.
 Collaborated with Client Service Managers to identify associates appropriate for client projects by providing
insight into skill set, personality, associate job interest, location request, etc. Met with associates to resolve
client issues or performance challenges.
 Developed and executed marketing plans for large company targets. Participated in various industry and
business organizations, to develop client, as well as, referral relationships.
 Communicated with potential clients to define the scope of projects and to understand the culture of the client’s
organization. Identified associates with the skill sets and personal attributes required to meet the client’s needs.
 Negotiated terms of the project contract with the client.
 Communicated frequently with the client and the associate during the course of the project and resolved any
issues that developed. Consulted with the client and associate regarding accounting/finance technical issues.
AUTOTRADER.COM (PREVIOUSLY AUTOCONNECT), Director of Finance and Administration October
1997 — October 1998
AutoTrader.comis the Internet's ultimate automotive marketplace. As a leading resource for car shoppers and
sellers, AutoTrader.comaggregates millions of new, used and certified pre-owned carsfromthousands of dealers
and private sellers and provides expert articles and reviews.
 Directed all finance, human resource and administrative functions of a start-up Internet company.
 Managed initial office set-up from lease contracts to furnishings. Subsequently, moved offices, managing set-
up, furnishings and technical requirements for the rapidly growing high-tech company.
 Recruited, hired and supervised all finance, accounting and administrative staff.
 Developed financial and budgeting systems. Managed complex models required to project future performance
of an emerging industry to provide critical decision support to Executive team.
 Prepared and presented periodic updates to the Board.
 Reviewed all contracts with outside legal counsel and negotiated terms with other contracting parties.
 Assisted other senior management with departmental budgeting and expense analysis.
 Supervised the human resource function and acted as a liaison to Manheim Auctions for the human resources
and payroll services that they provided to AutoTrader.
MANHEIM AUCTIONS, Regional Controller, Controller (Atlanta Auto Auction and Georgia Dealers) February
1993 — October 1997
A subsidiary of Atlanta-based Cox Enterprises, Manheim has20,000 employees in 106 operating locations around
the globe. Manheimis the world’s leading provider of vehicle remarketing services. In 2012, Manheim handled
nearly 8 million used vehicles, facilitating transactions representing more than $50 billion in value.
 Supervised 11 Controllers in the Midwest region. Recruited, hired, and trained for Controller positions as
needed. Mentored Controllers with management or technical challenges. Worked with Regional VP and
location General Manager to resolve any performance or HR issues in the accounting department.
 Performed monthly review of financial statements for 11 auctions; prepared analysis of performance metrics;
and prepared and submitted monthly reports to Manheim Executives regarding performance of the region and
the individual auctions.
 In collaboration with the Regional VP, developed action plans for problematic auctions and submitted plan in
monthly report.
 Supervised annual budget, capital plan and compensation plan preparation at the auction level and performed
consolidation of budget, capital and compensation plan at the regional level. Presented regional budget to
Manheim Executives for approval.
 Performed periodic review of 11 auctions' financial reconciliations and internal controls and directed special
projects as needed by Corporate (i.e. due diligence, training for new auctions, profitability, etc.).

4.  Planned, organized and prepared presentations for General Manager and Controller meetings. Analyzed
financial data and prepared related reports for the Regional Vice President for operational decision support.
 Assisted auctions in the development of tools to detect operational problems.
 Prepared and reviewed two auctions' monthly financial statements as well as annual operating budget, capital
and compensation plan submissions to Corporate.
 Supervised the financial staff of two auctions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger
accounting, collections, human resources and payroll. Developed and revised Auction policies and procedures..
COX ENTERPRISES, Audit Senior/Internal Audit Department September 1989 — February 1993
KPMG PEAT MARWICK, Audit Senior September 1987 — September 1989
Education: BBA, Accounting — University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Cum Laude
Professional
Designation: CPA (currently inactive)