Accountant

Jimid Irizarry Díaz

Urb. Medina Calle *-I-** Phone: 787-***-****

Isabela, PR 00662 E-mail: ************@*****.***

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Operations Manager

Dynamic, competitive management professional with 18 years experience in retail business. Imaginative and innovative individual with proven management, sales, advertising, marketing and new business development skills. Broad-based experience in retail and wholesale environments. A history of significant profit, volume and customer satisfaction achievements, which illustrate the ability to combine cost control, revenue growth and process improvements through effective training and motivation. Possess excellent business judgment and time management skills, strategic thinking, innovative problem solving, and outstanding leadership to deliver exceptional results and increase revenues. Demonstrate outstanding presentation skills and strong ability in establishing effective and productive working relationships.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

JG Racing Productions 2010-Present

Accounts Manager

Responsible for the monthly close as well as maintenance of all accounting ledgers including monthly review of all account reconciliations and journal entries. Provide timely explanations of variances between actual results and forecasts/budgets; provide corrective action recommendations to management, where necessary. Ensure completion and review of all balance sheet reconciliations and identify and communicate findings. Special projects as needed

• Detail-oriented, efficient and organized professional with experience in accounting systems.

• Possess strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to make well thought out decisions.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Highly trustworthy, discreet and ethical.

• Resourceful in the completion of projects, effective at multi-tasking.

Auto Stop, Inc 2007-2010

Auto Stop dealerships sell new and used vehicles.

Service Manager

Purchase auto inventory from auctions and wholesalers, conducted appraisals, directed the reconditioning of trade-in vehicles for resale, and assisted with new and used car sales. Attended monthly management meetings to review inter-department issues and financial statements. Worked closely with department managers to create cross sales opportunities. Developed, enforced and monitored set guidelines for working with customers to ensure customer satisfaction. Ensures that the same high level of quality service is provided to internal and outside dealership customers.

• Involved in the identification of deficiencies and recommend improvements to enhance the use of inventory control system, storage space, equipment and/or facility

• Successfully retained customers and satisfied their needs through offering promotions

• Consistently met or exceeded goals and deadlines by executing excellent business judgment, time management, and multi-tasking skills

Autoland 2005-2007

FJ Auto Group dealerships sell new and used vehicles and market a complete line of original and aftermarket automotive products and services.

Parts and Service Manager

Directly responsible for overall profitability, sales and service for this large volume Mazda and Suzuki dealership which generates close to $1 million annually in parts and service sales revenues. Define and implement long and short-term objectives; oversee and control all daily operations, policy implementation, advertising/promotions and strategic direction. Set and administer budgets; initiate cost controls to ensure profitability. Recruit, hire and motivate a staff of 21 including key management and support personnel for service, parts and body shop departments; evaluate overall and individual performance, and devise and implement proactive management training processes. Establish departmental goals with management team, which are based on exceeding the expectations of customers thought continuously improving products and services. Provide and environment of mutual trust and respect and demand the highest ethical standard from staff and management.

• Successful in hiring, motivating and retaining quality personnel by creating a positive work environment, resulting in increased employee retention and excellent customer satisfaction.

• Reduced total expenses by improving inventory turnover, and upgrading facilities to enhance energy savings and environmental compliance.

• Perform annual budgeting, including capital requirements, and implement weekly and daily forecasting and reporting.

Advance Auto Parts 1999-2005

Advance Auto Parts (Western Auto) is the second-largest retailer of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the United States and a Fortune 500 member.

Retail Store Manager

Handle and supervise all the daily processes/activities. Manage the store salesmen, product, inventory, and sales volume/forecast. Highly skilled in P And L management, pricing strategies, competitor and market analysis, legal compliancy, staffing, purchasing and vendor relations, new product roll out, and targeted marketing.

• Excellent leadership, management, oral/written communication, interpersonal, intuitive, and analysis skills. Thrive in both independent and collaborative work environments.

• Known for developing and executing innovative corporate policies and procedures. Proven track record of increasing revenues, streamlining workflow and creating a team environment to increase productivity.

• Quick study with an ability to rapidly achieve organizational integration, easily assimilate job requirements and aggressively employ new methodologies. Energetic and self-motivated team player/builder. At ease in high stress, fast-paced environments with emerging and multiple responsibilities.

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EDUCATION AND RELATED CURRICULUM

INTERAMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO

Bachelor Degree in Business Administration with a Major in Accounting

Master Degree in Business Administration with a Major in Finance is currently in Progress

• Various courses in dealership operation systems like ADP, Reynolds & Reynolds, Adams

• Technical courses in Microsoft Office programs

• Technical courses in accounting programs like Peachtree and QuickBooks

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