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THOMAS J.

DE FRANK, CPA
tdb8c768@westpost.net
103 Emily's Lane, Mullica Hill, N.J. 08062, 856-478-4412
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25 August 2010
Dear Sirs:

I am a high-energy, self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to develop and


establish an efficient, highly productive workforce in a positive atmosphere. A
s an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporti
ng you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.
As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications inclu
de an extensive background including:
* Currently, Consulting for Stephan James and Associates with a regional utility
company in Princeton, NJ which I am tasked to develop an overall compliance pro
gram that will meet Government procurement regulations and industry guidelines.
This is a three to six month assignment.
* Director of Financial Services for a $5B division of Lockheed Martin in charge
of facts of revenue recognition, invoicing, cash collections, resource planning
and optimization, training.
* Participation in all facets of the business during tenure as Director of Audit
and presently as the Director of Contract Finance for a $10B dollar division of
Lockheed Martin.
* Lead Instructor, Lockheed Martin, Financial Leadership Development Program 200
4-Present- Meets needs of incoming college graduates and entry level personnel.
* Led a team of individuals that implemented best business practices and institu
ted a system internal control that meets all SOX regulatory compliance regulatio
ns.
* Experienced in interfacing with external, internal and Government Auditors (DC
AA) on a wide range of issues specific to defense industry regulations.
* Experience with SEC reporting, international business protocols with State Dep
artment, business tax and license issues. Experienced in negotiation of domesti
c and international contracts.
* Experience in identifying risks and exposures that may prevent a business from
materially overstating their financial statements.
In addition, I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your firm, and l
ook forward to interviewing with you in the near future where we can discuss in
more detail your needs and my qualifications.
Sincerely,
Thomas J. DeFrank
Enclosure
THOMAS J. DE FRANK, CPA
103 Emily's Lane
Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
856-478-4412
tdb8c768@westpost.net
SUMMARY
High-Performance Financial Professional with extensive and notable experience in
Audit, Financial Services, and Controllership positions. A creative problem so
lver recognized for professionalism, resourcefulness, and competence in managing
administrative affairs and supporting organizational goals.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
* Detail-oriented, quality-focused team player and logical, critical thinker.
* Expert organization, leadership, team building and communication skills includ
e strong project management, troubleshooting, and developing staff and performan
ce optimization skills.
* Controllership, operational finance and accounting duties, asset valuations, a
cquisitions, negotiation of contracts, long range planning, cash management, and
corporate tax matters.
* Industry experience: Aerospace, Manufacturing, Base Services, Engineering Ser
vices, IT Services, Shipbuilding, Government Contracting.
* Areas of Expertise: Directorship, Controllership, Sarbanes-Oxley, Business and
IT Project Management, Program Finance, Acquisitions and Mergers, Strategic Pla
nning, Mentor/Protege, Traiining Course Development, Full Spectrum Leader-Drive
Results, Shape the Future, Energize the Team.
EXPERIENCE
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
Homeland Defense
BU Accounting Manager, Deltek/SAP Financial Systems
2009-2010
* $400M Profit-Loss Statement, Billing, Collection responsibilities along with s
upervision of staff of 23.
* Oversee day to day financial operations for multiple divisions including Gener
al Accounting, Reporting, Consolidation, Budgeting and Forecasting, Revenue Reco
gnition, Client Invoicing, and Project Analysis and Staffing issues.
* Lead research analyst for all international accounting and payroll issues.
* Responsible for working with Compliance Manager on all facts of industry stand
ards (SOX), Government regulatory requirements General Accepted Accounting Princ
iples (GAAP) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
LOCKHEED MARTIN 1998-2009
Lockheed Martin Information Systems and Global Services, Cherry Hill, NJ
Director of Contract Finance, 2007-2009
* $5B Profit-Loss Statement, Billing, Collection responsibilities along with sup
ervision of staff of 46.
* Oversee day to day financial operations for multiple Shared Services Finance f
unction including General Accounting, Reporting, Consolidation, Budgeting and Fo
recasting, Revenue Recognition, Client Invoicing, and Project Analysis and Staff
ing issues. Lead research analyst for all international accounting and payroll
issues. Responsible for all internal controls, SOX, and Financial Audits
* Ensuring correct and complete monthly, quarterly and yearly reporting and supp
ort Business Area CFO's with quarterly performance reviews.
* Provide financial support/guidance/direction to the Operations departments, Bu
siness Area Finance groups, Management Team and the Business Area CFO's.

* Thomas J. De Frank, Page 2


Lockheed Martin Information and Technical Services, Cherry Hill, NJ
Director of Audit Operations, 2004-2007
* Oversaw $10B Multiple Services Division with staff of 25.
* Spearhead development of business audit plans; utilized annual risk assessment
s of business process and IT control models to determine areas of review.
* Conducted internal financial reviews of specific programs, joint ventures, and
divisional operations.
* Created and documented key accounting processes, and implemented numerous spec
ial projects and offered expertise to advise several company business councils.
Lockheed Martin Government Electronic Systems-Marine Systems, Baltimore, MD
Sr. Financial Manager (International Europe, Mexico),
1998-2004
* Led a team of 3 which was responsible for proposal preparation, negotiation of
subcontract terms and conditions, meeting with commercial clients to review cos
t analysis of capital projects and expected returns on investment.
COMPUTER SCIENCES CORPORATION, Moorestown, NJ, 1995-1998
Assistant Controller-Cost Accounting, DCAA Interface, Budgeting
DAY & ZIMMERMANN, Moorestown, NJ 1993-1995
Finance Manager/Controller
DEFENSE CONTRACT AUDIT AGENCY 1988-1993
Sr. Staff Auditor
* .
MEMBERSHIPS/AWARDS
Member, The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Member, Institute of Management Accountants (IMA)
Outstanding Achievement Award
* Successfully implemented internal audit process. Identified detailed organiza
tional and environmental risk factors. Approved by external auditors and employe
d sector wide. 2001
Outstanding Achievement Award
* Successfully implemented new accounting system of an acquired subsidiary 6 mon
ths ahead of schedule.1999-2000.
SPECIALIZED TRAINING & EDUCATION
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT, Pennsylvania, 1997
PACIFIC UNIVERSITY, Honolulu, Hawaii 1987
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
U.S. Navy, 1982-1988 (Honorable Discharge)

REFERENCES
John J. Cunningham
Director, Lockheed Martin
Association: 12 Years
Business: 703-367-3590
Mobile: 703-629-3760
Email: john.j.cunningham@lmco.com

David Charles
Director, Lockheed Martin
Association: 7 years
Business: 407-306-5505
Email: david.e.charles@lmco.com

Joseph W Keyes
Director, Lockheed Martin
Association: 7 years
Business 7 Years
Business: 703-367-4410
Mobile: 410-459-3024
Email: joseph.w.keyes@lmco.com

Len Caro
BU Controller/VP SAIC
Association 1.5 Years
Business: 443-402-9060
Email: Leonard.r.caro@saic.com

David McDonald
Director, Lockheed Martin
Association: 5 years
Mobile: 609-472-6079
Email: david.l.mcdonald@lmco.com

Ginger Burris
BU Accounting Specialist, SAIC
Association: 1.5 years
Direct Report
Business: 443-402-9019
Email: ginger.p.burris@saic.com

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