## BIO
** PROGRAMMER**
An application and database programmer with 11 years experience providing high quality solutions to complex business needs.
Experienced Information Technology Professional with demonstrated expertise in Systems Analysis, Database Design, Application Development and Support. Knowledgeable in Systems Development Life Cycle to maximize cost-to-benefit ratio and cut development time.
• Skilled at handling complex projects, customer expectations, and rapidly evolving requirements
• Process-oriented thinker with aptitude for analyzing potential issues and implementing solutions
• Broad technical background drives the development of information and database systems to optimize the use of existing infrastructure, maximize individual productivity, and help the company reach its full technological potential
** TECHNICAL EXPERTISE**
Visual Basic (versions 6 – .NET 2003)
Visual FoxPro (versions 3 to 9)
SQL Server (version 2000)
Impromptu (version 5)
Powerplay (version 5)
Transformer (version 5)
Visual Basic for Applications
Visio Pro (version 2002)
MS Project (version 2000)
Access (versions 95 to 2003)
PowerPoint (versions 95 to 2003)
Excel (versions 95 to 2003)
Word (versions 95 to 2003)
SQL
Basic
Cobol
- Microsoft Certified Specialist in Access and Excel
**EDUCATION**
Bellevue University, Bellevue, NE
Completing B.S. Business Information Systems, Graduating January 2006
3.408 GPA
Coursework: Programming, Systems Theory, Systems Analysis & Design, Computer Networking, Internet Marketing
Flathead Valley Community College, Kalispell, MT
A.A., General Studies, 2001
Coursework: Computer Science, Technical Writing, Chemistry, Algebra, Finite Mathematics, Accounting, Economics
Other Training: Cognos Business Intelligence Administrator; American Management Association Activity Based Costing Classes; FrontStep’s Syteline ERP System Costing Training; Vo-Tech Training in COBOL and Basic
**PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE**
Accountemps (Kaiser Aluminum), Spokane, WA 2004 – 2005
Kaiser Aluminum is a leading producer of fabricated aluminum products for aerospace and high strength, general engineering, automotive, and custom industrial applications.
Database Programmer / Report Writer
Develop a database system to monitor business performance and write reports to detail transactions.
• Instrumental in developing an electronic dashboard to monitor key process indicators
• Streamlined existing reporting to reduce man hours and lag in data
• Provided consultation and development of complex reporting requirements
[Utilized Visual Basic 6, Visual FoxPro 6, Impromptu 5, VBA, Access 98, Visio 2000, Word 98, Excel 98, Oracle, Windows 2000 Pro]
Pearce Services, Kalispell, MT 1995 – Current
Pearce Services provides full technical services for software development, database design, hardware repair, and training. The company also provides full charge bookkeeping and tax preparation for individuals and businesses.
Owner
Owned and operated computer consulting and repair and bookkeeping business to local businesses and individuals. Also provided freelance programming in various software packages. Responsible for all facets of the operation and customer service of daily operations.
• Developed software solutions to complex task that more than exceeded customer expectations
• Provided high quality bookkeeping services at affordable prices
[Utilized Visual Studio .NET 2003, Visual FoxPro 9, SQL Server 2000, Visio Pro 2002, Microsoft Office Pro 2003, Windows XP Professional]
Semitool, Inc., Kalispell, MT 1994 – 2002
Semitool designs, manufactures and supports highly engineered single-wafer and batch wet chemical processing systems used in the fabrication of semiconductor devices.
Cost Accountant
Managed the task to properly valuing a $50 Million dollar inventory and record transactions on a Standard/Accrual accounting system. Provided essential monthly management reporting.
• Saved Semitool Millions by developed a software application to gain much needed insight to inventory movement and obsolesce for cost savings and effective inventory management
• Instrumental in developing software automation to cut man hours and cost to close the books
• Developed database system for detailed analysis on price and cost
[Utilized Visual Studio 6, Visual FoxPro 7, SQL Server 2000, Visio Pro 2002, Microsoft Office Pro 2000, Windows 2000 Pro, Windows XP Pro]
## Area of Expertise
Visual Basic (versions 6 – .NET 2003)
Visual FoxPro (versions 3 to 9)
SQL Server (version 2000)
Impromptu (version 5)
Powerplay (version 5)
Transformer (version 5)
Visual Basic for Applications
Visio Pro (version 2002)
MS Project (version 2000)
Access (versions 95 to 2003)
PowerPoint (versions 95 to 2003)
Excel (versions 95 to 2003)
Word (versions 95 to 2003)
SQL
Basic
Cobol
