Philosophy
MANAGEMENT CONSULTING
Having a clear and actionable plan for achieving growth is the first essential step in reaching your desired outcomes. Your company's challenges are important, and I can collaborate with you to develop a roadmap for achieving the company's objectives. Together, we can identify, evaluate, and improve accounting and operational systems, and establish practical and measurable processes to help steer your company in the right direction! The effectiveness of your company's organizational systems plays a crucial role in whether your company will progress and grow steadily or face challenges. Streamlining organizational systems through accounting management, service management, point of sale (POS), customer relationship management (CRM), and various other software can significantly enhance the efficiency of internal operations. Additionally, improving communication between departments, whether through internal processes or communication and task management software, can have a similar impact on efficiency and interdepartmental collaboration. Businesses that can successfully integrate the right systems and maintain them effectively have a significant advantage over those that continue to rely on manual or disorganized systems. However, knowing which systems to use and how to use them in a way that complements each other can be a steep learning curve for many business owners. Don’t navigate these issues alone!
Executive development and coaching
While having a strong business strategy creates the foundation for business growth and success, having strong leadership creates the mortar that holds all the bricks in place and is the avenue through which your business plans are executed. I help high-performing business owners and executives to develop the skills needed to manage their teams effectively and to achieve their personal and professional goals. Some of the skills and qualities I help my clients develop include balanced leadership characteristics, effective interpersonal communication, task management, crisis navigation, change management, inspiring loyalty, and improving company culture and interoffice dynamics. A strong leader can create a strong team, leading to high levels of productivity and overall success.
Nice to meet you
Heather Richard
Management & Accounting Consultant
Heather Richard is a management and executive development consultant based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Through her company, Above Par Business Solutions, she empowers business owners, executives, and their teams to plan and implement positive change with confidence. Her mission is to help businesses achieve their highest operational standards by focusing on personal and professional development, enabling them to reach new levels of success.
With over two decades of experience, Heather has held various roles including accounting manager, senior staff accountant, human resources representative, tax professional, corporate wellness program coordinator, and management consultant. She has had the privilege of assisting individuals and businesses in creating efficient systems for managing their accounting and operational needs. Additionally, she provides management advisory and executive coaching services to top-performing owners and executives.
Augment MBA (2023)
Master’s Degree with a strong background in research and practical organization.
QuickBooks ProAdvisor - ProAdvisor Profile Page
Certified Fathom HQ Advisor (Certificate Number: ziogo3q6ut)
Proficient with various platforms:
Accounting & Tax programs - Quickbooks Desktop and Online versions, Odoo, Lacerte Tax Program, Crosslink Tax Program, UltraTax, ACCtivate Distribution Management, Netsuite, Quicken, & Peachtree Accounting
FP&A Software - FathomHQ & Qvinci
Operational & Programs - Microsoft Office Suite, Odoo, Clover, Service Fusion, Mindbody, Slack, Monday.com, Trello, Asana, Lucidchart, and various CRM and POS software.
