Professional Profile
Results-oriented MBA-level accounting and financial professional with 10
years of experience in financial analysis and accounting principles GAAP.
Proven capacity to improve and maximize overall business and finance
functions by establishing streamlined business protocols through effective
communication processes and strong/leader personnel manangement. Developed
several Peoplesoft queries currently in use for reducing entry time and
cross-referencing for errors.Technically proficient in MS Excel, MSWord,
FAS, Oracle, Image Now Document Imaging, and People Soft.
Professional expertise includes:
( Asset Management ( General Ledger
( Journal Entries
( Bank Reconciliations ( Internal Review Processes
( Monthly/year-end closing
( Financial Analysis ( Inventory Audits
( Project Management
( Financial Statements ( Invoicing /Client Billing
( Staff Supervision/Training
Professional Experience
University of Maryland, Baltimore Baltimore, MD
April 2005 - Present
Accounting Supervisor
. Successfully managed the implementation of the Asset Management module
for the PeopleSoft Financial System.
. Manage the University of Maryland, Baltimore overall Fixed Asset
inventory records by communicating, monitoring and enforcing the
University's policies and procedures.
. Manage the entire general ledger accounting functions within the
department which include the establishment and closing of accounts within
the financial system, the review and approval of campus journal entries,
the review and approval process of campus requisitions, internal billing
processes, and parking citation appeals.
. Work in conjunction with Senior Management to collaborate on and review
information related to the annual Financial Statement submission.
. Prepare audit related Plant Fund financial statement schedules for the
semi-annual reporting period and the fiscal year-end close.
. Perform and oversee daily and monthly reconciliation's between the
University's PeopleSoft financial system and the State of Maryland's
accounting system.
. Close the University's fiscal year-end books and reconcile to the State
of Maryland accounting system.
. Recruit, select, evaluate, and train staff.
. Exercise administrative judgment and assumes responsibility for
decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, costs,
and /or quality of service within the functional area.
. Develop, recommend, and implement short and long term plans by setting
priorities as well as completing multiple activities simultaneously and
within deadlines.
. Monitor, review, and evaluate ongoing programs and internal controls by
developing, implementing, and coordinating policies and procedures.
. Maintain and nurture effective communication and partnerships throughout
the campus by meeting and/or reporting financial information.
University of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD
November 2003 - April 2005
Financial Analyst
. Formulated, planned, and excuted the annual operating budgets of assigned
medical center departments.
. Advised departmental managers on analytical and technical support
regarding volume analysis, budget analysis, and financial planning.
. Provided technical advice and assistance to departmental faculty and
managers on adherence to budget and control procedures.
. Analyzed significant variances from planned or forecasted results in
order to provide interpretative comments and recommendations to
management.
. Provided analysis and evaluation of cost/expense problems and profit
improvement opportunities existing within current business activities.
. Assisted in the development of the long-range strategic plan for
existing, new or proposed business operations.
. Maintained an in-depth knowledge of the financial stability of the
departments.
American Radiology Services, P.A.
March 2001 - November 2003 Pikesville,
MD
Staff Accountant
. Maintained the Fixed Asset and associated depreciation schedules for
multiple site locations on the FAS Software System; insure proper
recording of new purchases and disposals.
. Performed quantitative analysis of various types of financial and
statistical data needed in daily operations, planning, and forecasting.
. Responsible for cash, prepaid amortization, and accrual month-end closing
entries along with various monthly and quarterly reports.
. Analysis of General Ledger account fluctuations.
. Balanced correspondent bank accounts and various General Ledger accounts
. Assisted the Accounts Payable department in tracking, reviewing, and
ensuring that expenditures are charged to appropriate accounts.
. Handled a wide range of miscellaneous financial and operational special
projects.
Education
Masters of Business Administration
University of Maryland University College
Graduated May 2010
Bachelor of Science, Business Information Systems
Villa Julie College
Graduated December 2000[pic]