CONTROLLER
[pic] Qualifications Profile [pic]
Multifaceted, results-oriented, and top-performing executive with proven
track record of success in increasing profits and margins, improving cash
flows, and accelerating processes.
Equipped with more than 20 years of progressive and Core Competencies
hands-on experience in national and global finance and Financial Modeling
accounting; coupled with in-depth expertise in Currency Conversion
establishing and leading organizations from start-up to Accounts Receivable and
continuous growth. Highly efficient at handling Payable
responsibilities of diverse and increasing levels. Performance Management
Commended for constantly demonstrating integrity, Sarbanes-Oxley
commitment, and composure under high pressure Compliance
situations. Knowledgeable of all finance- and Recordkeeping and
accounting-related functions, including the preparation Documentation
of financials statements, budgets reports, and
forecasts.
[pic] Professional Experience [pic]
Volt Delta Resources, LLC ( Westbury, NY-global provider of on demand
contact center services and voice recognition applications.
Consultant 2012-Present
Render consultative service to publicly traded International Corporation
within major markets in North America, South America Europe, and Asia,
which include monthly closing coordination and financial statement
preparation and reporting.
< Took full management of international accounting for India, Japan,
Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Australia entities.
< Created financial statements in local currency; addressed all provided
by client (PBC) requests and audits for the foreign entities; and
dealt with the conversion of local currency to reporting currency.
< Directly oversaw the controller located in India; generated
comprehensive documentation of monthly transactions; and conducted
trend analysis for assigned countries.
< Dealt with the calculation of CTA and unrealized gains and losses as
well as re-measuring of the financial statements.
< Adeptly managed the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting for all
separate entities.
< Led the revenue recognition SAB 101/104, and play an integral part of
the restatement process.
< Took part in the process improvements; deferred revenue, construction
in progress, and work in progress with TAG for the international
entities and local subsidiaries.
< Handled all of the intercompany reconciliations and inventory of
spares between the foreign subs and the US entities
< Involved in the supply chain analysis for proper calculation of the
VAT, JCT, GST and transfer pricing issues around the billing and the
collection of monies in USD instead of the Local currency.
< Prepared on a quarterly basis the FS for the 10Q/10K for all the
foreign entities.
Hearst Corporation ( New York, NY-United States media conglomerate.
Consultant 2011-2012
Played a pivotal role in integrating 100 magazine acquisitions in 14
countries outside the United States. Identify profitability and structure
of reporting by developing pro forma financial statements.
< Established multiple organizations comprised of holding company,
consolidations, and joint ventures.
< Implemented complex hierarchy in Hyperion system to aid with all
financial and reporting requirements and maintain data integrity.
Swiss Post Solutions, Inc. ( New York, NY-$60M privately held company
offering outsourcing information processes with 8000 employees serving
clients on four continents
Director of Finance, North American Region (Nar) 2007-2010
Took charge of accounts receivable and payable, general ledger, financial
reporting, billing, payroll, and department technical support. Facilitated
month-end closing process; created monthly, quarterly, and annual
consolidated financial statements; and managed financial budgets and
forecasting. Ensured full adherence to generally accepted accounting
principles (GAAP) and international financial reporting standards (IFRS)
for United States and global financial consolidation for Zurich-based
headquarters. Worked closely with external auditors in conducting quarterly
review and annual audits.
< Boosted company margins from 20% to 25% by streamlining consulting
teams to lessen labor costs.
< Spearheaded a program to reduce receivables, which led to increase in
cash flow while minimizing daily sales outstanding (DSO) by 9%.
< Significantly lessened monthly close from seven to five working days
(29%), facilitating more timely availability of mission-critical
management data.
< Made substantial contribution in implementing Automatic Data
Processing (ADP) and Timesaver systems.
Financial Guaranty Insurance Company (FGIC) ( New York, NY-leading insurer
of municipal bonds, providing credit enhancement solutions that enable
issuers to reduce their borrowing costs and enhance their access to the
capital market.
Vice President, Financial Reporting 2006-2007
Keenly supervised the accounting team with eight members and maintained
consistency of financial and accounting records for $59.6M company.
< Presided over the preparation of all annual and quarterly financial
statements, footnotes, and other financial disclosures in compliance
with the United States and United Kingdom statutory and regulatory
filings, including Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
< Ensured full compliance with financial reporting requirements by
conducting research in relation to accounting and disclosure
requirements.
< Guaranteed appropriate and effective management of reporting
processes.
< Kept track of Oracle System performance in coordination with Vice
President of Operations.
Bowne Marketing & Business Communication, LLC ( New York, NY-$140M high-
value document management firm.
Controller 2002-2006
Took full management of strategic planning, departmental development, and
daily operations of the Finance Department. Effectively facilitated the
recruitment and development of all finance managers, consultants, and
support staff as well as the mentoring of 13 individuals comprising
accounting and finance staff.
< Developed and actualized new policies and procedures on accounting and
financial reporting for the acquisition to aid with corporate growth
and implement applicable financial controls.
< Yielded more than $10M savings by effectively directing post-
acquisition consolidation of two companies.
< Successfully drove substantial increase in revenue by 5% through the
evaluation and instigation of revenue recognition policies in
compliance with approved corporate standards.
< Reduced month-end closing process from seven to five days through the
introduction of new process enhancements.
[pic] Earlier Career [pic]
Essence Magazine ( New York, NY-Premier lifestyle, fashion, and beauty
magazine for African-American women.
Accounting Manager 2000-2002
KPMG LLP ( New York, NY-$12.2B global Big 4 accounting firm providing tax,
accounting, and advisory services in 159 countries.
Senior Financial Analyst 1999-2000
Register.com, Inc. ( New York, NY-$50M provider of domain name
registration, web hosting, website design and online marketing.
Controller 1998-1999
Baron Philippe De Rothschild, Inc. ( New York, NY-$100M leading
manufacturer of Bordeaux wines.
Assistant Controller 1990-1998
[pic] Education [pic]
Bachelor of Science in Accounting Hampton University, Hampton, VA
CPA Participant
[pic] Technical Acumen [pic]
Oracle, ADI, Hyperion, Business Objects, Platinum Accounting System, Great
Plains, PeopleSoft
MAS 200, ADP TimeSaver, BOSS, BI Query, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint,
QuickBooks, Vista