Darrel Talken

About Darrel Talken

Experienced Controller with a demonstrated history of working in the consumer goods industry. Skilled in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Year-end Close, Management, Insurance, Inventory, Payroll, and Invoicing. Strong accounting professional with a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) focused in Accounting and Finance from Augustana College.

Experience

1. Controller Interim Managing Director and President

   ProXES

   Jan 2023 — Present · Mundelein, IL, US

   Direct all month-end close processes, including reconciliations, reporting, and intercompany settlements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Administer Sales Force to Lucanet reconciliations and monthly data input to maintain accurate financial reporting.Oversee Accounts Receivable collections and Accounts Payable functions, approving payments and managing monthly intercompany wire transfers.Manage Fixed Asset program, approving capital purchases and completing monthly reconciliations.Supervise monthly sales tax preparation and approve state filings to ensure compliance.Lead annual audit and tax preparation, delivering required documentation to external auditors and tax advisors.Oversee full scope of Human Resources, including recruitment, onboarding, terminations, handbook updates, payroll processing, payroll tax reconciliations, and 401K administration.Collaborate with executive management to develop and implement company policies and procedures.Manage corporate insurance programs, ensuring adequate coverage and facilitating claims resolution.Coordinate IT initiatives with global ProXES partners and local IT support teams.Support Sales Division through NDA reviews, contract assistance, and fulfilling corporate reporting requirements.Supervise and mentor three administrative and accounting staff, fostering efficiency and professional growth.

Education

• Augustana College

  Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Accounting and Finance

  1985 — 1988

Skills

• Payroll
• Microsoft Word
• Management
• Financial Reporting
• Budgets
• Microsoft Excel
• Internal Controls
• Journal Entries
• Accruals
• Bank Reconciliation
• Monthly Close
• Year-End Close
• Financial Accounting
• Cash Management
• Depreciation
• Fixed Assets
• Tax
• Accounting
• General Ledger
• Inventory Management
• Invoicing
• Monthly Close Process
• Budgeting
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Statements
• Account Reconciliation
• Accounts Payable