Manager Financial
Resume:
A L A N S C H U L M A N
***** *.*. **** ***. . Boca Raton, Florida 33428 . abgzlc@r.postjobfree.com .
Dear Hiring Manager:
With over 15 years experience encompassing a unique blend of consulting and
corporate accounting including, streamlined month end close process, G.L.
maintenance, detailed financial analysis, in-depth evaluation of budget to
actual variances and staff development, I ensure the integrity of financial
reporting with full confidence.
My distinction, is in my advanced Excel/Access systems skills that allow me
to data-mine operational and financial sources and provide fully customized
and very robust reporting to those making strategic decisions for the
company.
Highlights of my qualifications include:
. Using interactive spreadsheet modeling, I effectively manage the
entire budget and forecasting process from inception to comprehensive
variance analysis.
. The foresight to monitor daily activities with a focus on reducing
unnecessary costs and operational inefficiencies while implementing
strategic initiatives for improvements.
. Proven troubleshooting skills with ability to research, identify and
implement creative problem-solving solutions.
. Dedicated to providing superior service throughout company's
organization by responding to request, suggestions, or concerns; able
to effectively communicate at all levels.
Enclosed is my resume for your review. I welcome the opportunity to speak
with you and demonstrate more fully how my qualifications can meet your
needs and significantly benefit your organization.
Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to hearing
from you.
Sincerely,
Alan Schulman
A L A N S C H U L M A N
22299 S.W. 64th Ave. . Boca Raton, Florida 33428 . abgzlc@r.postjobfree.com .
ACCOUNTING MANAGER ? CONTROLLER ? SR. FINANCIAL ANALYST
Financial professional with over 15 years experience in Accounting and
Financial Management. Advanced Excel skills in producing customized profit
& loss statements, in-depth financial analysis and interactive spreadsheet
modeling for budgets and forecasting.
with comprehensive experience in:
COMPUTER/SOFTWARE SKILLS
Advanced Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, Industry Specific and
Proprietary Systems.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BASI Studios, LLC, Wellington, Florida - A special effects video and
photography studio, using green screen technology, offering a wide range of
corporate and internet marketing video products.
05/2009-Present: Partner
Developed overall business plan including product development, financial
planning with interactive forecasting tools, marketing and the operation's
implementation strategy. Implemented processes and controls and set up
QuickBooks in conjunction with comprehensive customized financial
reporting.
Highlands Capital Group, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Real estate
leasing and development company with multiple operations in Florida and
Texas ($5M in Revenue).
09/2006-01/2009: Controller / Financial Analyst
Overall authority for the financial operations of the organization
including financial statement integrity, operations analysis, staff
development, budget and forecasting.
. Created pre-formatted Excel spreadsheets that integrate with QuickBooks
automating customized financials and detailed financial analysis.
. Developed interactive spreadsheet modeling for the budget and forecasting
process.
. Streamlined credit card merchant services for 10 locations realizing a
cost saving of over 10% on credit card processing fees.
. Automated and streamlined accounting control systems from manual system,
realizing over 20% decrease in unauthorized credits and costly errors in
writing up lease contracts.
. Realigned staffing, at the locations level, resulting in reduced labor
costs of 20%.
The NexStore, LLC, Boca Raton, Florida - Recruited by reputable
entrepreneurs in the field of developing and operating business operations
including restaurants, gas stations and real estate.
05/2006-04/2007: Consultant
. Updated multiple companies accounting systems (QuickBooks) to conform to
GAAP.
. Created customized forecasting tools incorporating interactive variables
allowing for a variety of scenarios and outcomes.
. Implemented an inventory accounting system providing COS margins for over
500 food items.
. Automated consolidated cash flow reporting/analysis for multiple
companies.
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The World Avenue, Boca Raton, Florida - A high volume internet advertising
company, new to the industry, with over $200M in annual billings.
08/2004 - 05/2006: Controller
Recruited to straighten out the financial aspect of this new company that
had generated no financial information since inception. Challenged to lead
the team in fixing disputed multi-million dollar invoices, identify
unbilled activity, implement processes and controls and data-mine the
proprietary system providing in-depth financial analysis and integration
with the financial system.
. Implemented a comprehensive financial reporting system, by integrating
internally developed systems with Company's purchased financial package,
allowing for customized financial reporting.
. Designed and implemented an interactive company-wide budget and
forecasting system.
. Resolved more than $10 million of disputed invoices by authenticating
agreements, implemented a detailed invoice audit process and provided
supportable client statements validating collection efforts.
. Developed and implemented a credit/collections management system, with
interactive capability, bringing in over $4 million of over 120 days
outstanding.
Zimmerman & Partners Advertising, Inc., Ft. Lauderdale, Florida - A full
service advertising and marketing provider with research and planning from
11 regional offices with over $1.25 billion in annual capitalized billings.
02/2000 - 08/2004: Finance Manager / Budgets and Forecasting
Customized all areas of financial reporting, for corporate and subsidiary
companies, including detailed financial analysis to support reported
numbers. Designed, implemented and managed the company-wide budget and
forecasting process.
. Using interactive spreadsheet modeling, managed the company-wide budget
and forecasting process from inception to comprehensive analysis on
achieving financial objectives.
. Recognized for successfully providing comprehensive reporting on 5
divisions and consolidating fully customized P&L's for the 3 subsidiaries
and corporate.
. Developed a revenue analysis system providing historical and trend
analysis, by division and for over 500 clients, to support forecasting,
monitoring and evaluation.
Latexx Partners, Inc., Boca Raton, Florida - Start up importer and national
distributor of latex medical supplies with 3 primary divisions and 7
national distribution points..
01/1995 - 02/2000: Accounting Manager
Promoted to oversee and control all financial aspects for this Malaysian
held company taking it from start-up to $16.5 million profitable sales
within 3 years. Strategically set up national distribution points, develop
partner relationships and ensured sufficient inventory availability.
. Designed and maintained a complete financial and operational package
highlighting customized financial statements and robust management
reporting.
. Capitalized on the direct relationship with manufacture providing
distributor partners with credit limits and an effective pricing
structure designed to penetrate competitive markets.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts - Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida - Major
Accounting.
Bachelor of Arts - Saint Leo College, Saint Leo, University - Major
Finance.
Budgeting & Forecasting
Month End Close Process
GL Maintenance
Advanced Spreadsheet Modeling
Financial Analysis
Staff Management
Financial Statements Reporting
Cash Flow Management
GAAP
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