Mary is a dedicated accounting, finance and recruiting manager, who integrates strong recruiting experience with diverse experience in accounting, administration and management. She has 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. Mary is adept at researching and developing a significant understanding of critical financial issues and effectively communicates findings from staff level to C-Suite. She is a tireless and effective team leader, mentor, and motivator who develops loyal, collaborative and efficient teams.

Professional experienceMary’s career profile includes positions with: Warbird Consulting Partners — Project Consultant Independent Consultant — Financial Projects ConsultantResources Global Professionals — Client Service Manager, Recruiting Manager, and CPE Program Development and Event Planner (Part-Time)AutoTrader.com — Director of Finance and AdministrationManheim Auctions — Regional Controller, Controller (Atlanta Auto Auction and Georgia Dealers) Cox Enterprises — Audit Senior/Internal Audit DepartmentKPMG —Audit Senior

Representative examples of Mary’s professional experience include: 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.com.

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, analysis on large customers, etc.).

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.

Performed financial analysis projects for Auction management and Manheim Corporate.

Developed and revised Auction policies and procedures as needed.

Mary Ware Jacobs2705 Stillwater Lake LaneMarietta, GA 30066

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.

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.

Manages a database of 3,200 (50% of entire active database) Finance, Accounting, IT, Revenue Cycle, and Investment Project Consultants. Utilizes finance

and accounting technical and management experience to understand and discuss technical issues with internal and project consultant clients.

Develops key metrics for recruiting team to evaluate performance of team individually and as a whole.

Sources 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.

Performs detailed behavioral and technical interviews with prospective consultants. Creates and analyzes comprehensive interview documentation to assess how the candidate’s soft skills, technical knowledge and work experience meet the client’s project requirements.

Collaborates 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.

Negotiates contract rates with candidates. Supports the government RFP Response team

by preparing detailed spreadsheets to track candidates for complex Federal Government projects. Identifies, recruits and interviews candidates meeting specific project as well as governmental and quasi-governmental clearance requirements. Procures documents required for candidate submission.

On a team of 4, submitted 47% of candidates for positions from 1/2013 through 5/2013.

Once candidate selected by client, submits employment paperwork and performs reference checks. Over the course of the engagement, assists consultant with technical or political client issues as needed.

Education and certification BBA, Accounting — University of Georgia,

Athens, GA CPA (currently inactive)

Mary Ware Jacobs2705 Stillwater Lake LaneMarietta, GA 30066