Accounting Professionals

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Driving Financial Integrity

9902

A highly skilled accounting and operations professional with over a decade of experience in financial management, office administration, and process optimization within manufacturing, distribution, and non-profit sectors. Adept at overseeing accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close, and audit preparation. A proven leader with a strong ability to streamline workflows, improve financial accuracy, and enhance operational efficiency. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with expertise in team leadership, vendor relations, and HR administration.

Key Accomplishments:

• Successfully reduced billing errors by 75% through process improvements and staff training.
• Maintained a 90% current terms status in Accounts Receivable, improving cash flow and financial stability.
• Drafted and implemented office policies to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Managed an office staff of 5+ across multiple departments, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Accurately calculated and distributed commissions and rebates, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Led financial operations, including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger audits, and external audit preparations.
• Served as a key liaison between finance, sales, and operations to optimize financial reporting and forecasting.
• Managed HR functions, including recruitment, benefits administration, and personnel record-keeping.

Industries Served: Manufacturing | Distribution | Non-Profit & Social Services | Retail & Customer Service

Software & Systems: QuickBooks | Microsoft Office Suite | ERP Systems | Accounts Payable & Receivable Platforms

Education & Certifications: Bachelor of Science, Accounting | Associate of Arts

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Strategic Accounting Specialist

21959

Highly organized and detail-oriented accounting professional with over ten years of experience in financial operations. A results-driven and decisive collaborator with a proven track record of building strong relationships with management, associates, and customers. Known for strong business acumen, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.

Key Accomplishments:

• Managed full-cycle accounts payable across multiple software platforms for three manufacturing companies.
• Assisted in IRS and workers' compensation audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Conducted cost analysis to determine pricing for co-packers and assess project profitability.
• Maintained and processed year-end 1099 forms and financial reporting.
• Successfully handled payroll processing, benefits enrollment, and compliance with government agency requirements.
• Improved efficiency in bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.

Industries Served: Manufacturing | Distribution | Wholesale | Retail | Book Publishing | Import & Export

Software & Systems: Microsoft Office Suite | QuickBooks/Peachtree | BevPro ERP | EDI Systems | Remote Desktop Deposit

Education & Certifications: Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Finance

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Using Strategy to Achieve Efficiency            

36503

Results-driven accounting professional with extensive experience in financial management across diverse industries. Adept at cash flow management, forecasting, budgeting, ERP systems, variance analysis, and team leadership. Proven ability to streamline operations, implement financial best practices, and enhance profitability through strategic financial oversight.

Key Accomplishments:

• Spearheaded cash management initiatives, improving liquidity and operational efficiency.
• Led financial reporting and compliance for multi-entity organizations, ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence.
• Developed and executed budgeting and forecasting strategies aligning with business goals.
• Optimized cost allocation and standard cost rate calculations, reducing financial discrepancies.
• Managed banking relationships, treasury operations, audits, and risk management strategies.
• Enhanced ERP and financial reporting systems, driving data-driven decision-making.
• Built and mentored high-performing finance teams, fostering professional growth and efficiency.

Industries Served: Women's Apparel | Manufacturing | Captive Insurance | Trade Shows & Showrooms | Environmental Laboratories | Residential & Commercial Real Estate.

Software & Systems: NetSuite | Oracle | Microsoft Dynamics AX | Sage 100 | Power BI | Jirav | Ninety IO 

Education & Certifications: Bachelor of Science, Accounting

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Full Cycle Senior Accountant    

30914

Highly skilled Senior Accountant with extensive experience in full cycle accounting, financial reporting, and treasury functions across diverse industries. Proficient in managing all aspects of accounts payable/receivable, month-end/year-end close processes, and financial forecasting. Demonstrates a strong ability to streamline financial operations, maintain compliance with tax regulations, and provide accurate financial reporting using a diverse range of proficiencies.

Key Accomplishments:

• Successfully managed full cycle accounting functions, including AP, AR, and payroll, for multiple companies with diverse financial needs.
• Led the preparation of monthly financial statements, period-to-period reports, and consolidated financial statements for various entities.
• Expertly handled property tax, sales tax, 1099 submissions, and multi-state tax reporting, ensuring compliance and timely submission.
• Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes, significantly improving the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.
• Responsible for all WIP (Work in Progress) reconciliation and progress billing, ensuring accurate reporting and client/vendor communication.
• Managed payroll administration, including processing payroll audits, state tax submissions, and quarterly reporting for multiple states.
• Oversaw treasury functions, including wire transfers, online banking, and liaising with treasury departments to ensure smooth financial operations.

Industries Served: Construction | Real Estate | Manufacturing | Property Management

Software & Systems: Sage Intacct | QuickBooks Online | Yardi Breeze | Sage 100 Financial | SAP | Great Plains | Epicor/Vantage | Oracle | Microsoft Office Suite

Education& Certifications: Bachelor of Science, Accounting & Finance | Associate of Arts, General Education | Bilingual (Spanish)

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Retail Accounting & Financial Strategist  

44062

Accountant with over 17 years of experience in the apparel industry, demonstrating a strong track record of providing accurate, cost-effective accounting oversight. Expert in managing accounts payable, general ledger, and financial statement preparation. Highly proficient in Excel and analytics, with the ability to drive deadlines and effectively supervise teams. Adept at streamlining financial processes, improving internal controls, and ensuring compliance with both internal and external audit requirements. Known for strong attention to detail and the ability to mentor and guide teams to meet organizational objectives.

Key Accomplishments

• Proficient in preparing and maintaining financial statements across multiple business entities, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls.
• Responsible for accurate cash flow reporting and managing vendor relations, ensuring timely payments, reconciling accounts, and maintaining vendor tax compliance.
• Ensured adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance in all areas of accounts payable, general ledger, and vendor invoicing. Streamlined internal controls and reporting processes to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Successfully assisted in the creation and management of department budgets, consistently reviewing monthly actuals against budget and providing insights to upper management.
• Played a key role in supporting annual financial reviews and audits, ensuring all financial statements and records were in order, and reducing discrepancies during audit preparation.
• Managed fixed assets, including depreciation calculations, additions, disposals, and physical inventories, ensuring proper reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
• Mentored and led teams across departments, providing guidance in AP, AR, and general accounting tasks, resulting in a more cohesive and efficient team structure.
• Identified inefficiencies within workflow processes and implemented solutions that improved accuracy, productivity, and reduced outstanding discrepancies in financial records.

Industries Served: Apparel Industry | Retail | E-commerce

Software & Systems: Microsoft Excel | PeopleSoft | Oracle

Education: Bachelor of Science, Accounting

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Multi-Functional Cost-Saver

37076

Seasoned finance and accounting professional with extensive experience in cost accounting, financial planning, and inventory control across multiple industries. Expertise in standard cost analysis, work order variance, PPV analysis, and financial reporting. Adept at optimizing financial processes, improving efficiency through data-driven insights, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance profitability. Fluent in English and Spanish, with a strong ability to bridge communication gaps in diverse work environments.

Key Accomplishments:

• Successfully calculated and maintained standard cost for new products, ensuring accuracy in raw material and production costs.
• Led month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Spearheaded financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for multi-million-dollar subsidiaries, consolidating results for corporate reporting.
• Implemented cost reduction strategies by improving financial reporting, inventory tracking, and variance analysis.
• Developed automated financial models and pivot tables to streamline reporting and decision-making.
• Partnered with engineering and supply chain teams to evaluate standard cost corrections, enhancing cost control and accuracy.
• Managed payroll, AP, AR, and financial audits, ensuring compliance with internal controls and external regulations.
• Reduced time to close work orders by 25% through efficiency improvements in work order variance analysis.
• Improved inventory accuracy by 20% through enhanced cycle counting and warehouse organization.

Industries Served: Manufacturing | Industrial Production | Aerospace & Defense | Distribution & Supply Chain | Retail | Wholesale

Software & Systems: SAP | Oracle | JD Edwards | Made2Manage | AS400 | EIS XL Connect | Discoverer | Showcase Query | Windchill | Stellent | Microsoft Excel (Advanced) | Word | Outlook | PowerPoint

Education & Certifications: Master of Business Administration (MBA) | Bachelor of Science, Business Administration | Bilingual (Spanish)

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Manufacturing Financial Innovator

23371

Accomplished Senior Cost Accountant with extensive experience in manufacturing cost analysis, inventory control, and financial reporting across multiple industries. Skilled in variance analysis, work order completion, cost of goods sold (COGS) calculations, and supporting business units with cost-related decision-making. Proficient in establishing cost standards, developing budgets, and managing internal order processes. Adept at working with cross-functional teams, including engineering and production, to ensure accurate cost reporting, material pricing, and efficiency. Experienced in providing executive teams with insightful financial analysis and reporting to support key business decisions.

Key Accomplishments:

• Successfully established labor standards and collaborated with design engineers to ensure accurate bills of materials (BOMs) for manufacturing.
• Led the preparation and maintenance of monthly cost accounting closing entries, including reconciliation and analysis of work orders, inventories, and COGS.
• Developed and analyzed product costs, improving cost efficiency and supporting profitability across multiple business units.
• Prepared and monitored the annual standard material price change for all US plants, providing data to business units for all product lines.
• Conducted thorough variance analysis (PPV, labor, overhead, and material usage) and communicated findings to relevant stakeholders for corrective action.
• Led the creation of detailed reports for asset utilization, capital expenditures, and monthly financial reviews, ensuring optimal cost management.
• Organized and led annual physical inventory counts and inventory reconciliation, driving accuracy improvements.
• Implemented controls and processes to maintain accurate reporting of costs, inventory, and product margins.
• Provided decision support to senior management by creating detailed financial models and leveraging analytical tools to optimize profit margins.

Industries Served: Manufacturing & Production | Medical Devices | Retail | Wholesale | Consumer Goods

Software & Systems: SAP | Oracle | JD Edwards | QuickBooks | Surgisoft | Microsoft Excel (Advanced) | Word | Outlook | PowerPoint | BOM Management Tools | Work Order Systems

Education & Certifications: Bachelor of Science, Accounting | Bachelor of Arts, Human Resources | Associate of Arts | Associate of Science, Business Administration