Human Resources Customer Service
Resume:
Yvonne A Yacono
Henderson NV 89002
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OBJECTIVE:
To provide management in the area of accounting and finance with the ability to assist companies through
skills and experience developed in accounting, business management, strategic planning, human resources,
information technology and employee benefits.
EXPERIENCE:
CONSULTING August 2012/Present
Las Vegas, Nevada
Provide Consulting Services to various businesses both independently and through agencies including
Accountemps (Robert Half International). Services include business plan/budget preparation and analysis, develop
and document procedures, process improvements, financial statement preparation, accounts payable and receivable
cleanup, forensic research, general ledger research and reconciliation, training and problem solving.
SIERRA AIR CONDITIONING, INC. May 2008/July 2012
Las Vegas, Nevada CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Direct all company operations including but not limited to Finance, Human Resources and Payroll,
Information Technology, and Office/Building Operations for multiple entities within the Sierra Air Conditioning
group of companies. Finance functions include: Direct all accounting and finance operations, prepare financial
statements, analysis, and management reports, coordinate all legal, insurance, licensing and tax functions with
municipal agencies and outside professionals, job cost analysis, budgeting and cash management. Prepare analysis
of operating results and conditions for future planning. Implement training and process improvements throughout
the company to improve cost effectiveness and efficiency. Implement information system improvements to develop
better reporting and streamlined operations. Manage 401K Investment Plan with provider, including all required tax
and federal reporting. Human Resources functions include: recruiting, interviewing and placement for all
departments, employee documentation and mentoring, manage employee benefit plans, prepare multiple state and
federal filings for monthly, quarterly and annual compliance, employee garnishments and support orders, labor
analysis and reports. Oversee staff development and training. Other duties include managing the information
technology needs of the company, including preparation, coordination and implementation of technology upgrades.
Assist owners with strategic planning and implementation of business plans.
RICHMOND AMERICAN HOMES OF NEVADA, INC. April 2002/Nov 2007
Las Vegas, Nevada VICE PRESIDENT, DIVISION FINANCE
Oversee divisional and regional Finance and Accounting functions, including but not limited to operations,
financial statements, staff development, strategic planning and coordination with corporate finance department.
Prepare and analyze Business Plan and monthly forecasts for division and region. Work with other department
managers to control costs. Work with land acquisition to ensure land purchases fit into the strategic plan with
approved margins. Coordinate operations as division is split into multiple operating divisions and reconsolidation.
Coordinate regional financial forecasts and financial functions with divisional finance departments. Develop and
manage Sarbanes Oxley controls within all departments and operations. Streamlined accounting operations and
developed cross training programs to limit staffing costs.
JOHN LAING HOMES (WL HOMES LLC) March 2000/April 2002
Las Vegas, Nevada ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Oversee the daily operations of the Division Accounting Department. Perform monthly closing procedures
and prepare Financial Statements. Oversee Accounts Payable Staff and develop payment procedures. Coordinate with
Yvonne A. Yacono
department heads for budget review and revision. Assist with Business Plan preparation. Coordinate conversion of
accounting system and records during asset acquisition by Richmond American Homes of Nevada.
KAUFMAN AND BROAD OF NEVADA, INC. (KB HOME) July 1996/March 2000
Formerly LEWIS HOMES MANAGEMENT CORP. GENERAL LEDGER/COST ACCOUNTANT
Las Vegas, Nevada ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SUPERVISOR
Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Regional Accounting Department for a major Las
Vegas homebuilder, including but not limited to accounts payable and accounts receivable, preparing budgets for new
and continuing projects, general ledger, managing vendor compliance, assisting Regional Controller, reporting,
training and staff development. Instituted a computer based purchase order system for easier tracking of costs for
Lewis Homes. Coordinated transition of accounts payable systems and procedures to Kaufman and Broad system
following the acquisition of Lewis Homes in 1999.
BAXTER PERFUSION SERVICES June 1990/July 1996
Formerly PSICOR, Inc and CARDIO-PULMONARY RESOURCES, INC. ADMINISTRATOR
Las Vegas, Nevada
Direct the daily operations of a medical service and supply company including general ledger, billing,
accounts receivable and payable. Perform financial analysis and problem resolution for corporate officers. Provide
monthly reporting and tax filing information to Corporate Accountant. Coordinate contracts with client hospitals.
Manage personnel, employee benefits, payroll, 401K and pension plan. Coordinate transition of operations to
acquiring companies after acquisition.
SECURITY PACIFIC BANK April 1986/June 1990
Las Vegas, Nevada FINANCIAL SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE
Customer assistance in the areas of establishing accounts, investments, problem resolution and general
banking. Interview customers for loan and mortgage application and follow loan process through to final
documentation and loan funding. Assist with Audit procedures and monthly reporting. Named as top selling Financial
Service Representative on multiple occasions.
NEVADA NATIONAL BANK October 1981/September 1983
Las Vegas, Nevada CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Responsibilities include assisting supervisors with preparation of financial reports and analysis as well as
assisting customers with financial transactions and new accounts.
EDUCATION:
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY Lynchburg, Virginia
Masters of Business Administration
BS, Business Management
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN NEVADA Las Vegas, Nevada
Yvonne A. Yacono
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Experience includes McKosker Trueline, JD Edwards (AS 400 platforms), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel,
Vertical Market Software, Quicken/Quickbooks, Sage as well as various other programs. Ability to learn a new
program well and train other staff after conversion or acquisitions.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
*Institute of Management Accountants
*Construction Financial Management Association
*Rapport International – Master Graduate (Leadership training and development)
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