DAVID COULTER * Senior Cost Analyst
555-000-5555
davidcoulter@aol.com

CAREER SUMMARY

Broad experience in profit analysis, variance analysis, cost 
tracking, project management, model development, compliance 
management, and budgeting. Thoroughly familiar with 
traditional and activity-based costing systems and variables. 

* Accurate and Detail Oriented: Proven ability to initiate and 
accomplish tasks independently and consistently contribute 
110%. Solid skills in multitasking and time management. 

* Effective Communicator: Able to work well with management 
staff and personnel at all levels. Equally comfortable dealing 
with customers, vendors, or the general public. 

* Computer Literate: Proficient with Excel, Access, Word, 
Outlook, and PowerPoint. Expert knowledge of database systems 
and TSO / SQL queries. Proven ability to quickly learn and 
adapt to new technologies.

EXPERIENCE

ACME FREIGHTWAYS – Seattle, Washington 
Senior Cost Analyst (2003-Present) 
Supervise staff, coordinate activities of costing group, and 
oversee department training. Perform difficult / complex 
analyses as needed.
* Improved efficiency by redesigning complex Excel 
spreadsheets (multiple models, up to 61 sheets). 
* Designed process to support implementation of paperless 
(database) system in 2001. 
* Developed surcharge rate system in Excel to accommodate 
variables (requires monthly, bimonthly, and weekly re-
evaluation). 
* Member, Data Security Committee. 

Cost Analyst (1999-2003) 
Developed department costing models and comprehensive profit 
analysis discounting methodology. 
* Prepared detailed reports and presented information to upper 
management. 
* Worked extensively with data warehouse systems; constructed 
and submitted queries, built models, and maintained templates.
* Functioned as direct liaison to customers; prepared and 
distributed weekly rate bulletin to ensure customer access to 
fluctuating rates. 
* Member, Pricing Committee. 

Cost Accountant, Management Accounting (1995-1999)
* Prepared journal entries, audited reports, developed 
computer models, and provided revenue narratives. 
* Published Executive and Board statements and facilitated 
weekly forecasting.
* Prepared monthly / quarterly cost reports. 
* Processed and settled inter-company accounting transactions 
and dealt extensively with foreign currency issues. 
* Played an important role in updating company's international 
systems to U.S. standards. 

ADVOCATE INCORPORATED – Dallas, Texas 
Financial Analyst (1989-1995) 
* Supervised staff of three, reviewed financial statements, 
analyzed variances, and compiled monthly income statements.
* Functioned as Payroll Department analyst. 
* Reviewed capital appropriation requests, marketing plans, 
and expenditures. 
* Developed annual business plan and flexible budgets.
* Conducted post-expenditure audits.

ABC CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC. – Seattle, Washington 
Office Manager (1983-1989) 
* Managed administrative operations and supervised two 
clerical workers.
* Handled general bookkeeping and budgeting functions.
* Prepared staff payroll. 

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF SEATTLE – Seattle, Washington 
BS Business Administration (1983)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 
AMA Financial Analysis
Stress Management
Coping with Change
Project Management
Information Management