Monica L. McCullough, CPA
Saint Petersburg, Florida
http://www.linkedin.com/in/monicamccullough
abmch1@r.postjobfree.com
SUMMARY
Detail oriented Accounting Manager, Controller and CPA with a strong team
approach that maximizes productivity and meets or exceeds goals and
deadlines. Demonstrated expertise in general accounting functions including
balance sheet and P&L account reconciliations. Experience in financial
analysis, financial reporting, forecasting and budgeting. Expertise
includes monthly closing process, Implementation and maintenance of SOX
policies and procedures. Possess outstanding analytical and problem solving
skills as well as excellent communication skills with ability to work with
people of all levels. Established proficiency with Microsoft Windows
Office, Hyperion Planning, Essbase and Enterprise, Lawson and QuickBooks
Premier.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CATALINA MARKETING CORPORATION, St. Petersburg, Florida
08/00-09/09
Corporate Accounting Manager
Performed monthly closing, prepared consolidated financial statements with
over $400M in revenue, SEC reporting, SOX compliance and coordinated
quarterly reviews and annual audits with external auditors. Managed Fixed
Assets and Project accounting. Performed monthly variance analysis forecast
and budget presentations and software administration.
. Streamlined and coordinated month-end process by 40%
. Established and Implemented SOX Policies and Procedures
. Conducted several Lawson and Hyperion training classes
. Completed several system upgrades
. Successfully improved relationships with other departments
. Successfully improved the fixed assets process by 50%
Senior Accountant
Managed general ledger process for two base business divisions, prepared
monthly and quarterly reports, budgeted and forecasted as well as prepared
variance analysis.
. Streamlined the month-end process by 10%
. Streamlined operations reporting by 20%
DERMATOLOGY PARTNERS, Tampa, Florida 08/99-
08/00
Accounting Operations Supervisor
Managed the Accounts Payable and Payroll Departments, assisted the
Controller and Accounting Manager with closing process as well as
reconciled cash accounts for several of the practices. Performed
operational analysis.
. Streamlined A/P and P/R department processes
LINCARE, INC., Clearwater, Florida
09/97-06/99
Cash and Treasury Manager
Managed sources of funding, reported cash flow, and cash flow projections.
. Designed and implemented cash control policies and procedures
. Reconciled multiple bank accounts
. Established and maintained great banking relationships
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ROBERT HALF AND ASSOCIATES/ACCOUNTEMPS 10/96-08/97
Short-term positions
St. Anthony's/St. Joseph's Hospital, Tampa, Florida
Environmental Technologies, Inc., Largo, Florida
A1 Teletronics, St. Petersburg, Florida
Senior Financial Analyst/Assistant Controller
Managed daily sales and operating activity reports. Maintained inventory
costs and adjustments. Supervised accounts receivable, accounts payable and
payroll. Worked and reconciled with affiliated companies. Prepared account
reconciliations and analysis. Prepared financial statements and audit
schedules for external auditors.
TAMPA BAY ENGINEERING, INC., Clearwater, Florida
06/94-07/96
Senior Accountant
Maintained accounts payable, cash receipts and payroll. Compiled reports
and generated project and governmental contract invoices. Supervised
accounts receivable, accounts payable and trained permanent and temporary
employees.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Accounting:
University of South Florida-Tampa, Florida
Certified Public Accountant (Florida, Active)
Member of the Certified Fraud Examiners Association