THOMAS F. SIANO
5192 Barcroft Court (847) 721-4896
Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60010 tsiano17@hotmail.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Results-oriented accounts receivable, collection and credit management professional with proven
experience in printing, manufacturing and wholesale distribution industries. Specific expertise in credit
investigation, financial analysis, collection management, price discrepancies, contract negotiations and
resolutions. Strong external and internal customer relation skills and able to make sound financial
decision to reduce costs, increase working capital and maximize company profit.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ArjoHuntleigh, Addison, IL July to August 2013
A global medical technology company with an annual turnover of app. €700m, and 4,200 employees,
serving the needs of people that require long-term care. The company’s products encompasses medical
equipment and integrated solutions for patient handling and hygiene, medical beds and therapeutic
surfaces, wound healing, DVT prevention, disinfection and diagnostics.
Credit and Collection Representative (2-month Temporary Assignment)
• Strictly engaged in the collection of accounts receivable for an assigned group of Hospitals, Nursing
Homes or other Medical Care Facilities using the OnGuard Credit Management Software.
Underwriters Laboratories, Northbrook, IL March to June 2013
A global independent safety science company offering expertise across five key strategic businesses:
Product Safety, Environment, Life & Health, Verification Services and Knowledge Services. Our breadth,
established objectivity and proven history mean we are a symbol of trust and enable us to help provide
peace of mind to all.
Credit Analyst (3-month Temporary Assignment)
• Strategically involved in the establishing of credit risk and the extension of credit for all domestic UL
customers as well as several other business units overseas as part of the total company imitative to
convert from Oracle R11 to Oracle R12 and establish one combined business structure.
RR DONNELLEY AND SONS COMPANY, Downers Grove, IL 2005 - 2012
A global provider of integrated communications, pre-media, printing and logistics, with $10.6 billion in
annual revenue
Assistant Credit Manager
• Managed the credit and collection activities for up to 10 direct reports on a monthly accounts
receivable portfolio that averaged around $210 million.
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• On a daily basis established the credit risk on new or existing customers for my portfolio or on those
accounts that exceeded the approvable authorization levels of my direct reports. Credit risk was
determined on the basis of financial statement analysis, bank and trade references, utilizing the
internet, Dun and Bradstreet and on occasion the Credit Risk Monitor, F & D / Creditntell and any
other credit reports that were available.
• Participated as a member and led a team to improve policies, procedures and to consolidate several
invoicing systems to one accounts receivable platform.
• Daily communicated with clients, sales executives and all levels of company personnel to insure
customer requirements were achieved, disputes resolved, maintain customer retention while insuring
payments are not delayed.
• On a monthly basis reviewed a task list to ensure completion by the direct reports that would allow
final month end close to be timely and efficient.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
 My group consistently achieved cash collection goals / working capital and maintained 90% or better
in current aging column of accounts receivable.
 Under my leadership, the group generated over $100 million in cash flow towards the corporate goal
of $450 million for yearend 2011.
MIDAS INTERNATIONAL, Itasca, IL 2003 - 2005
A global company with over 700 franchises and $311 million in annual revenue
Accounts Receivable Manager / Credit Manager Canada
• As A/R Manager, documented the accounts receivable policies and procedures to meet the audit
requirements of Sarbanes and Oxley.
• As Credit Manager for Canada, managed a Franchise portfolio over $10.0 million in Trade, Rent and
Royalty receivables and ensured there were open lines of communication on all their issues.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
 Reduced un-applied cash in 2004 by $6.5Million within 12 months by establishing goals and
performance measurements.
 Created a notes receivable program that saved 3 strategic franchises from bankruptcy.
VELSICOL CHEMICAL CORPORATION, Rosemont, IL 1986 - 2002
A global specialty chemical company with $150 million in annual sales
Manager, Credit Administration
• Developed and implemented policies and procedures for the investigation, analysis and extension of
credit on commercial accounts and the collection of trade receivables.
• Established and managed the International and Domestic cash management responsibilities.
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• Managed up to $30 million in Domestic and International accounts receivable.
• Prepared department budgets including collection budgets, quarterly forecasts and weekly projections
of short-term cash in attaining overall cash flow objectives.
• Provided direction, training, evaluation and salary review for 2 Credit and Collection Analysts and 1
Assistant Cash Manager.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
 Improved Day Sales Outstanding (DSO) on Domestic Trade Receivables by over 10% and
maintained a steady average of 45 days over a period of several years on an average of $14 million.
 As team leader, successfully implemented SAP and JDE for credit management and accounts
receivable.
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Science, Business, Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL
TECHNICAL SKILLS
SAP, AS400, JDE, JDA, PeopleSoft
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Credit & Collection Tools: DNBI, Global Credit, Credit Risk Monitor, Predictive Metrics,
F & D / Creditntell and PACE Reports, Get Paid, Emagia, OnGuard
Computer Skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, Lotus Notes, Google Chrome, JDE, SAP / FSCM,
Oracle R11 and R12
Certificate of Accomplishment: Dun & Bradstreet Course, Credit and Financial Analysis
Certificate of Completion: AMA Corporate Cash Management Program
Certificate of Completion: The Gateway to Leadership Program

Siano, thomas resume 2013

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    THOMAS F. SIANO 5192Barcroft Court (847) 721-4896 Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60010 tsiano17@hotmail.com PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Results-oriented accounts receivable, collection and credit management professional with proven experience in printing, manufacturing and wholesale distribution industries. Specific expertise in credit investigation, financial analysis, collection management, price discrepancies, contract negotiations and resolutions. Strong external and internal customer relation skills and able to make sound financial decision to reduce costs, increase working capital and maximize company profit. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ArjoHuntleigh, Addison, IL July to August 2013 A global medical technology company with an annual turnover of app. €700m, and 4,200 employees, serving the needs of people that require long-term care. The company’s products encompasses medical equipment and integrated solutions for patient handling and hygiene, medical beds and therapeutic surfaces, wound healing, DVT prevention, disinfection and diagnostics. Credit and Collection Representative (2-month Temporary Assignment) • Strictly engaged in the collection of accounts receivable for an assigned group of Hospitals, Nursing Homes or other Medical Care Facilities using the OnGuard Credit Management Software. Underwriters Laboratories, Northbrook, IL March to June 2013 A global independent safety science company offering expertise across five key strategic businesses: Product Safety, Environment, Life & Health, Verification Services and Knowledge Services. Our breadth, established objectivity and proven history mean we are a symbol of trust and enable us to help provide peace of mind to all. Credit Analyst (3-month Temporary Assignment) • Strategically involved in the establishing of credit risk and the extension of credit for all domestic UL customers as well as several other business units overseas as part of the total company imitative to convert from Oracle R11 to Oracle R12 and establish one combined business structure. RR DONNELLEY AND SONS COMPANY, Downers Grove, IL 2005 - 2012 A global provider of integrated communications, pre-media, printing and logistics, with $10.6 billion in annual revenue Assistant Credit Manager • Managed the credit and collection activities for up to 10 direct reports on a monthly accounts receivable portfolio that averaged around $210 million.
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    Thomas F. Sianopage 2 • On a daily basis established the credit risk on new or existing customers for my portfolio or on those accounts that exceeded the approvable authorization levels of my direct reports. Credit risk was determined on the basis of financial statement analysis, bank and trade references, utilizing the internet, Dun and Bradstreet and on occasion the Credit Risk Monitor, F & D / Creditntell and any other credit reports that were available. • Participated as a member and led a team to improve policies, procedures and to consolidate several invoicing systems to one accounts receivable platform. • Daily communicated with clients, sales executives and all levels of company personnel to insure customer requirements were achieved, disputes resolved, maintain customer retention while insuring payments are not delayed. • On a monthly basis reviewed a task list to ensure completion by the direct reports that would allow final month end close to be timely and efficient. ACCOMPLISHMENTS  My group consistently achieved cash collection goals / working capital and maintained 90% or better in current aging column of accounts receivable.  Under my leadership, the group generated over $100 million in cash flow towards the corporate goal of $450 million for yearend 2011. MIDAS INTERNATIONAL, Itasca, IL 2003 - 2005 A global company with over 700 franchises and $311 million in annual revenue Accounts Receivable Manager / Credit Manager Canada • As A/R Manager, documented the accounts receivable policies and procedures to meet the audit requirements of Sarbanes and Oxley. • As Credit Manager for Canada, managed a Franchise portfolio over $10.0 million in Trade, Rent and Royalty receivables and ensured there were open lines of communication on all their issues. ACCOMPLISHMENTS  Reduced un-applied cash in 2004 by $6.5Million within 12 months by establishing goals and performance measurements.  Created a notes receivable program that saved 3 strategic franchises from bankruptcy. VELSICOL CHEMICAL CORPORATION, Rosemont, IL 1986 - 2002 A global specialty chemical company with $150 million in annual sales
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    Manager, Credit Administration •Developed and implemented policies and procedures for the investigation, analysis and extension of credit on commercial accounts and the collection of trade receivables. • Established and managed the International and Domestic cash management responsibilities. Thomas F. Siano page 3 • Managed up to $30 million in Domestic and International accounts receivable. • Prepared department budgets including collection budgets, quarterly forecasts and weekly projections of short-term cash in attaining overall cash flow objectives. • Provided direction, training, evaluation and salary review for 2 Credit and Collection Analysts and 1 Assistant Cash Manager. ACCOMPLISHMENTS  Improved Day Sales Outstanding (DSO) on Domestic Trade Receivables by over 10% and maintained a steady average of 45 days over a period of several years on an average of $14 million.  As team leader, successfully implemented SAP and JDE for credit management and accounts receivable. EDUCATION Bachelors of Science, Business, Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL TECHNICAL SKILLS SAP, AS400, JDE, JDA, PeopleSoft PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Credit & Collection Tools: DNBI, Global Credit, Credit Risk Monitor, Predictive Metrics, F & D / Creditntell and PACE Reports, Get Paid, Emagia, OnGuard Computer Skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, Lotus Notes, Google Chrome, JDE, SAP / FSCM, Oracle R11 and R12 Certificate of Accomplishment: Dun & Bradstreet Course, Credit and Financial Analysis Certificate of Completion: AMA Corporate Cash Management Program Certificate of Completion: The Gateway to Leadership Program