Accounting Manager

PRISCILLA POPOV

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Great Neck, NY *1021

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Home: 516-***-**** Mobile: 917-***-****

SENIOR FINANCE EXECUTIVE

Results-oriented Senior Executive with 11+ years' progressive experience

across diverse industries. Excel in strategic planning, with proven ability

to identify and capitalize on opportunities to drive revenues, streamline

operations, optimize working capital, and slash operating expenses. Skilled

communicator and leader with reputation for forging strong business

partnerships and motivating cross-functional teams to succeed in achieving

company and personal business goals.

Core Competencies

P&L Audits AP / AR

Payroll Reporting General Ledger

Expense Control Internal Controls Financial Analysis

Budget Forecasting Staff Management Financial Statements

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

WordWorld, LLC, New York, NY 2008-12/2009

WordWorld is a cross platform media property that engages kids on

television (PBS Kids), through learning products (at Target), and via our

interactive resources.

CONTROLLER/DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Selected to direct financial and HR benefit aspects of the company with

three distinct divisions, including financial planning and analysis,

forecasting and budgeting activities, streamlining divisional financial

processes, and implementing strict financial controls. Handled onboarding

for new hires and consultants, exit and new hire packages, and payroll for

40 employees. Drove revenue enhancements and expense management

initiatives. Reported directly to CFO and President. Provided leadership

and guidance to two direct reports.

Delivered Results:

. Reengineered the entire finance function, redesigned core processes, and

created a sophisticated organization providing meaningful financial data.

. Structured and carefully facilitated non-contentious workforce

reductions; drove project for stand-alone financial systems and benefit

plans for corporate spinoffs.

. Instrumental in defining goals for departmental budgets and metrics to

monitor performance.

. Eliminated unnecessary financial reporting and created a comprehensive

program to integrate financial data from all operating divisions.

. Researched and evaluated a grant awarded to the company by the Department

of Education and ensured maximum allocation across all three companies.

BVLGARI, New York, NY 2006-2007

Bvlgari is an Italian jeweler and luxury goods retailer. Today the company

is a recognized luxury brand that markets several product lines including

watches, handbags, fragrances, accessories, and hotels.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER/CONTROLLER

Managed an accounting staff of 18 employees and oversaw the company's

financial functions. Worked closely with departmental managers to ensure

accuracy and alignment of the budget. Supervised reconciliations for cash,

receivables, merchant accounts and other international activity. Handled

international accounting affairs.

Delivered Results:

. Saved more than $50K in annual expenses by streamlining accounts payable

functions, implemented a 30-day waiting period, established common vendor

files, eliminated duplication, and reduced monthly processing time.

. Managed all facets of leasing operations for 17 stores, including

structuring, documentation, and accounting.

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Delivered Results:

. Played a key role in improving productivity levels by automating account

reconciliation processes.

. Implemented a stringent program of internal audit controls to ensure

regulatory compliance and operational efficiency and accuracy.

. Designed and implemented a comprehensive program of financial controls

and accountability to reverse previous year's losses.

Sprint Recycling, New York, NY 2004-2006

Sprint Recycling is one of the Big Apple's fastest growing recycling and

waste services companies

ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

Developed policies and procedures for budgeting, financial analysis,

financial reporting, and tax accounting. Held responsibility for directing

all accounting operations and monitoring financial performance of the

business. Interacted with vendors.

Delivered Results:

. Conceived and produced a weekly P&L flash score card report to provide

senior executives with a snapshot view of operating results from the

previous week including, actual revenues/expenses, budget

revenues/expenses, variances, and variance explanations.

. Spearheaded proactive management techniques to strengthen focus on cost

avoidance and expense reduction by creating a new expense approval

process.

. Directed key performance metrics in soundness, profitability, growth, and

productivity for the owners, profitably impacting goal attainment and

performance.

. Handled communications with contract personnel: able to "translate" lingo

and reach core issues, realizing union relationship improvements through

diplomatic negotiations.

. Awarded with a $10K bonus for creating a sophisticated accounting and

financial infrastructure restoring credibility and strengthening bottom-

line profitability.

Apothecus Pharmaceutical Corporation, Oyster Bay, NY 2003-2004

Apothecus is a mid-size Pharma Company headquartered in New York that

develops, manufactures, and markets a portfolio of Over-the-Counter ("OTC")

healthcare products.

CONTROLLER

Led daily accounting and finance functions of the company including

accounting, treasury, procurement and financial processes. Reviewed

financial statements and provided analytical review and input to monthly

management report.

Delivered Results:

. Significantly increased operational efficiencies and reduced costs by

providing financial leadership and analytical support for budgeting and

forecasting.

. Assisted with the installation of a timecard system and successfully

produced real-time performance data by orchestrating people, processes

and technology.

. Worked closely with CFO in order to develop financial models and

scenarios that enabled strategic planning and accurate decision making

process.

. Reviewed and prepared financial statements and reports, posted journal

entries, ensured timely and accurate reporting, and compliance with

appropriate accounting methods.

Publishers Clearing House (PCH), Port Washington, NY 2002-2003

PCH is a multi-channel direct marketing company that offers discounted

magazine subscriptions and household merchandise to consumers with the

chance to enter to win one of many ongoing sweepstakes.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Oversaw day-to-day operations of the direct marketing company to provide

accurate financial statements every month and year end close. Charged with

providing accurate reporting for senior management. Interacted with outside

auditors.

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Delivered Results:

. Built work team that consistently exceeded goals for productivity,

efficiency, and quality of operations.

. Championed introduction of Paybase for A/P to transition from previously

manual to fully automated operating systems, such as check writing.

Sourced vendors, negotiated contract, and led user training.

. Delivered strong and sustainable improvements in client service,

satisfaction, and retention.

. Served as a Subject Matter Expert charged with maintaining cooperative

relationships and resolving billing and operating problems.

Sothebys.com, New York, NY 2000-2002

The famous fine art auction house, with onsite and online auctions for

novice visitors and art auction connoisseurs.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Recruited to handle operations of the Accounting/Business department

including bank reconciliation, month and year end closings, charge backs,

general entries, account analysis, and credit card sales. After departure

of the Treasurer, assumed additional duties such as foreign currencies,

wire transfers, all bank related payments, and ACH payments. Reported to

the Controller.

Delivered Results:

. Managed accounting department consisting of A/P, A/R, cost management,

and general ledger maintenance.

. Reconciled 10 international bank cash receipt accounts.

. Created innovative processes to target specific transactions to quickly

resolve all discrepancies.

. Devised a system to analyze data and reconcile banks statements to zero

each month.

Croscill Inc., New York, NY 1999-2000

A manufacturing firm that makes coordinated home furnishings for bedrooms,

bathrooms, and windows.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Hired to prepare, examine, and analyze complex accounting records,

financial statements, and financial reports to ensure accuracy and

conformance to reporting and procedural standards. Maintained and

controlled general ledger and account analysis using MS Excel and AS 400.

Managed daily and monthly accounting activities. Reported directly to the

Controller.

Delivered Results:

. Redesigned cash management processes, renegotiated banking relationships,

and created a comprehensive corporate treasury function.

. Implemented new accounts payable procedures, creating more time for bill

payments and increased productivity.

EDUCATION

MBA, ACCOUNTING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

New York Institute of Technology, New York, NY

BS, ACCOUNTING

Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, NY

CPA, In process

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Word; WordPerfect; QuickBooks; Lotus 123: Excel; ATB; Lacerte;

Solomon V; FRX Reporting: AS 400; FAS Encore; MAS 90; Sagitta; Access; SAP;

Lawson; AccPac

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