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CHASIDEY M. GEISSLER, CPA 1665 S. Wolff Street Denver, CO 80219 (303) 246-1635 cg1597b36@westpost.

net Work Experience: MarketForce Information (August 2009 - May 2011) Controller Louisville, CO Assistant Controller * Responsible for completing timely and accurate monthly and year-end close proc esses. * Reconcile and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts for each dep artment and division. * Communicate budget and gross margin variances with each department and divisio n in a timely manner so business decisions could be made. * Preparation of all external audit and other regulatory requests as required. * Preparation of all consolidated financial statements. * Presentation of financial statements to Executive Leadership Team on a monthly basis. * Work with head of operations on budgeting and forecasting of gross margin, ass isted in job costing as well as detail analysis on variable and fixed operating expense adjustments with fluctuating revenue. * Manage Accounting Staff of five, including Senior Accountant, Revenue Accounta nt, Accounts Receivable, Shopper Payable, and Accounts Payable Staff. * Successfully consolidated company from four legal entities and sets of books i nto one. * Assisted in the planning, implementation, and adherence to board approved budg et for fiscal year. * Assisted in the forecasting of company revenues and expenses. * Improved efficiency and accuracy of the month end closing process from 15 days to 4 days. * Performed due diligence for several planned acquisitions. * Assisted in integration planning for acquired company. * Researched and applied technical accounting, most recently around Business Com binations. Hein & Associates LLP (2005 - 2009) Audit Manager Denver, CO Audit Supervisor * Managed financial statement audits of private and publicly-held companies prim arily in the manufacturing, distribution, technology, alternative energy, benefi t plan, and non profit practice areas. * Reviewed SEC Filings (Form 10-K, Form 10-Q, Form 8-K) for multiple SEC registr ants; duties included verification of numbers, review of disclosures, Sarbanes-O xley compliance review, and preparation of associated legal documents such as co nsents and letters issued in compliance with Statement of Auditing Standards No. 61. * Prepared financial statements and footnotes for numerous clients for external use. * Managed multiple teams concurrently, holding the teams to the highest standard s of client service and meeting client deadlines * Advised and supported senior staff on audit procedures and GAAP framework * Supervised and reviewed audit testing and audit work papers for audit engageme nt teams * Researched and presented technical topics * Presented and trained clients, Hein senior staff and staff on technical topics * Preparing and Monitoring Budget forecasts for audit engagements * Proposed budgets and audit plan for new engagements

* Overseeing engagement administrative functions such as billing, collections, a nd staffing * Participated in several internal practice develop initiatives including the pr eparation and presentation of proposals for prospective clients * Responsible for the day-to-day audit activities and deadlines of the largest e thanol producer on the West Coast. Team leader on Sarbanes-Oxley section 404, i ncluding primary responsibility for planning, scoping, reviewing management asse ssment work, and designing audit work in accordance with PCAOB Standard No. 2 an d PCAOB Standard No. 5. * Implemented an integrated audit over both internal controls and financial stat ements in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act 404 requirements * Recommended enhancements to internal controls and processes which improved cli ents' control environments and generated process efficiencies * Interviewed candidates for internships and full-time positions * Mentored and managed the career development of senior staff, staff and interns Arthur Andersen LLP / KPMG LLP (2001 - 2004) Senior Audit Associate / Audit Associate Denver, CO Omaha, NE * Audited financial statements of both private and publicly-held companies in th e, manufacturing, and technology practice areas * Advised and supported staff on audit procedures and GAAP framework Education: Chadron State College Bachelor of Art in Accountancy / May 2001 Bachelor of Art in Finance/ May 2001 Chadron, NE Undergraduate G.P.A. 3.9/4.0

Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications including advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Lotus Notes; Microsoft Internet Explorer; Caseware, Acco unting Software Package Solomon, Great Plains and FrX Reporting Certification: Certified Public Accountant (2004 - present) in Colorado Membership: AICPA (2004 - present) Colorado Society of Public Accountants (2004 - present) References: Available upon request Licensed

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