Mary Blair
Kansas City
Summary
Dynamic Finance Director with strong leadership skills, adept at formulating financial policies and processes.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
TIFEC, LLC
Leawood
02.2016 - 05.2025
- Trained finance staff on best practices and financial reporting standards consistently.
- Developed and implemented annual financial plans and budgets.
- Oversaw cash flow management and liquidity forecasting for operational stability.
- Established policies and procedures related to accounting systems, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and purchasing.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services such as banking relationships or technology solutions.
Staff Accountant
Cerner
Kansas City
09.1993 - 07.2015
- Managed financial operations, month-end reporting, financial schedules and reconciliations.
- Participated in special projects as needed.
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulations consistently.
- Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
- Developed policies and procedures related to accounting functions.
- Coordinated with external auditors, facilitating the audit process.
- Assisted in budget preparation and expense tracking processes.
Auditor
Missouri Department of Revenue
Kansas City
06.1990 - 09.1993
- Prepared detailed audit reports highlighting findings and recommendations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO05-1990
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Budget management
- Cash flow forecasting
- Internal controls
- Contract negotiation
- Financial analysis
Timeline
Finance Director
TIFEC, LLC
02.2016 - 05.2025
Staff Accountant
Cerner
09.1993 - 07.2015
Auditor
Missouri Department of Revenue
06.1990 - 09.1993
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Central Missouri