Thomas E Court
2007 Ridgeview Dr
Floyds Knobs, IN 47119
[Send email to request phone number] 23-3352
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Professional Summary:
I have a very extensive business and information technology experience. As a
CPA, I had experience with a wide range of clients. While working as an IT
Professional, I have had responsibility for all aspects of information technology
in the financial industry with primary emphasizes on account processing and item
processing; however, I also worked with online financial terminals and
communication protocols between various systems I was given complete
responsibility for implantation of system conversion for multiple installations.
I have recently worked in the health care industry developing web based
applications.
I have the ability to interface with all users, working with senior management
all the way down the end user. I bring a strong entrepreneurial spirit and
understand the need to develop business for all entities.
Qualifications:
I have my CPA. I have a strong knowledge of the total system, not just the IT
portion. I have worked extensively with COBOL having used AcuCobol, RMCobol, and
MicroFocus Cobol. I have developed JCL necessary to run the COBOL application. I
have developed a full application using AcuCobol as a web based cgi application.
I have the fully functional ability to work with html, php, JavaScript, MySQL,
xml, edi. I am fully skilled on all aspects of Microsoft Office products. I have
the functional ability to use Adobe PhotoShop.
I have been responsible for total system conversions, managing all aspects
including both the IT side and the end-users. I was the lead person and would
conduct all meetings and manage others.
I am proficient in all the following technologies: Linux, Apache, html, xhtml,
xml, edi, MySql, php, cgi, Microsoft Office, Adobe PhotoShop, NCR COBOL, RmCobol,
MfCobol, AcuCobol, Linux, Unix, UTX, DDPS, Mini-VIPS, DDPS, BiSynch
communications, Windows, QuickBooks. I also have the people skills necessary to
communicate with management, end-users and subordinates.
Experience:
MedAccessPlus, llc. - Vice President of Information Technology June 2004 to
present.
Developed totally web-based system to facilitate processing and exchange of
information for the health care industry.
[Technology used: Linux, Apache, html, xhtml, xml, edi, MySql, php, cgi, ,
Perl, Microsoft Office, Adobe PhotoShop]
• Investigated feasibility of the concept
• Developed system concept
• Collaborated on business plan
• Presented concepts to perspective business affiliates
• Presented system vision to prospective customer management
• Designed, developed, and implemented web based product using all of the above
technology
o Developed scope of the project
o Determined user needs
o Developed and performed test plan
o Constantly monitored changes after implementation
• Supervised contract developer work for signature technology
• Work with co-location facility to maintain internet connection
• Investigate new technology and product concepts on an on-going basis
• Interface with trading partners to exchange information
• Constantly monitor business plan and suggest changes as the need arises.
BankAssist, Inc. – Owner, Consultant March, 1988 to present
Provided installation, conversion, support, modifications, custom programming,
and consultation to the financial industry. I was also responsible for overseeing
all accounting and tax functions for the corporation.
[Technology used: NCR COBOL, RmCobol, MfCobol, AcuCobol, Linux, Unix, UTX, DDPS,
Mini-VIPS, DDPS, BiSynch communications, Windows, Microsoft Office, QuickBooks]
• Provided support for in-house account processing systems.
• Provided support for in-house item processing systems.
• Assisted salesman with pre-sale calls.
• Surveyed customer to assess needs
• Developed installation plans
o Developed schedules
o Conducted meetings
o Communicated results to appropriate parties
• Managed all aspects of full system installation
o Worked with upper management to develop needs
o Worked with line worked to develop needs
o Reconciled need differences
o Developed conversion programs from previous system
o Worked with hardware support to install physical system
o Installed and customized operating system
o Installed application software
o Coordinated other systems work
o Trained operators
o Trained end-users
o Performed conversion
o Reconciled new system balances to old system
• Provided custom modification to turn-key application
• Developed custom programming per customer requests
• Interface application to other systems.
• Established communications with other computer systems
• Assist with daily reconciliations as needed
• Developed loan disclosure program
• Developed accounts payable package
• Developed bond safekeeping package
• Oversaw accounting functions for company
• Prepared all tax returns for the company
• Responsible for all corporate communications
NCR Corp - Systems Engineer October, 1979 to May 1983
June, 1985 to March 1988
Provided installation, conversion, support, modifications, custom programming,
and consultation to the financial industry. I was also responsible for developing
plans to establish regional support centers.
[Technology used: NCR COBOL, Unix, UTX, ITX, DDPS, Mini-VIPS, DDPS, BiSynch
communications]
• Worked with regional manager to develop regional support centers
o Offered Regional manager job
• Supervised other NCR Employees (5-6)
o Trained on all duties
o Oversaw their activities
• Provided support for in-house account processing systems.
• Provided support for in-house item processing systems.
• Assisted salesman with pre-sale calls.
• Surveyed customer to assess needs
• Developed installation plans
o Developed schedules
o Conducted meetings
o Communicated results to appropriate parties
• Managed all aspects of full system installation
o Worked with upper management to develop needs
o Worked with line worked to develop needs
o Reconciled need differences
o Developed conversion programs from previous system
o Worked with hardware support to install physical system
o Installed and customized operating system
o Installed application software
o Trained operators
o Trained end-users
o Performed conversion
o Reconciled new system balances to old system
• Provided custom modification to turn-key application
• Developed custom programming per customer requests
• Interface application to other systems.
• Established communications with other computer systems
• Assist with daily reconciliations as needed
First National Bank of Clark County – VP of Data Processing May 1983 to June,
1985
Responsible for all aspects of data processing. Part of senior management of the
bank.
[Technology used: NCR COBOL, Unix, UTX, ITX, DDPS, Mini-VIPS, DDPS, BiSynch
communications]
• Meet weekly with senior management to discuss banking issues.
• Meet as needed with senior management to discuss data processing
• Supervised data processing staff.
• Interfaced with all user departments
• Relocated data center.
• Established remote terminal communication network
• Maintained relationship with hardware/software vendors.
• Investigated new applications
• Installed and maintained new releases.
• Changed item processing systems.
Meaden & Moore CPA’s - Staff CPA September 1976 to October 1979
Performed duties of a staff accountant. Successfully passed my CPA exam and
became certified.
[Client Industries: Construction, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, Newspapers, Retail,
and Individuals]
• Performed audits.
• Prepare tax returns
• Performed accounting write-ups.
• Supervised junior accountants
• Participated in physical inventories
Education:
University of Cincinnati - Bachelor of Business Administration Graduated 1978
Certified Public Accountant Certified October 1979
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