Real Estate Management
Resume:
Craig Ishihama
Email: *********@********.***
Address: **** ******** **
City: Newport Beach
State: CA
Zip: 92660
Country: USA
Phone: 714-***-****
Skill Level: Management
Salary Range: 120
Willing to Relocate
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CRAIG ISHIHAMA
1807 Santiago Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
*********@********.***
SUMMARY: My goal is to find a career with an exceptional real estate company serving in the financial role of a management team to create value and add necessary expertise. My diverse background, financial proficiency, leadership and strong ethics make me an ideal candidate.
I am a senior financial manager with over twenty years of experience in real estate industry. I have experience in real estate management, lending, investing and developing of residential, retail, industrial and office properties. Alongside my real estate expertise, I have worked as a CPA, controller, financial analyst and lender. I also earned a Masteraaas Degree in Business Administration (MBA). I have a proven track record of growth and successfully performed in a variety of companies and environments.
EXPERIENCE:
MALCAI PROPERTIES, Pasadena, CA aaa Real Estate Investment and Management Firm
Director of Finance, August 1989 aaa Present
Created business plans for properties and consolidated them into a global cash flow and budget to provide direction and strategies to guide companyaaas actions.
Built financial models and tools to review and analyze real properties for owners and lenders.
Developed strategies for repositioning of assets and oversaw implementation of revised business plans.
Negotiated loan modifications and financial restructuring on behalf of owners.
Responsible for identifying properties and performed feasibility studies for acquisition.
Negotiated lease terms with tenants and completed lease workouts or amendments as needed.
Entitled and developed a 50,000 square foot mixed use center in Henderson, NV.
Ensured insurance and risk management strategy is in place.
Managed attorneys in all legal matters and successfully settled several long term conflicts.
TMC AMERICA, Irvine, CA aaa Real Estate Lender and Investment Firm
Vice President, August 2001 aaa July 2008
Created financial models to evaluate new and existing real estate projects. Presented projects to investors to attract funds.
Performed asset management and assisted joint venture partners with management of projects as required. Added expertise and value where partners had weaknesses. Provided budgeting assistance and helped re-bid or redesign product as required.
Monitored projectsaaa financial statements and prepared reporting packages for investors. Reporting packages include forecasts, variance analysis and cash flows for each project.
Performed business development, underwriting of new projects and negotiated operating agreements.
Managed relationships with clients to maintain long standing associations.
Participated in negotiations with lenders on financing terms including workouts.
Reviewed partnership tax returns and ensured accurate and timely filing. Planned and coordinated partnership audits.
CENTEX HOMES, Valencia, California aaa National Homebuilder and Developer
Division Controller, December 1997 aaa August 2001
Acted as Chief Financial Officer for the Division and furnished financial reports and analysis to President and corporate management.
Created financial models and performed due diligence on all asset acquisitions prior to purchase. Presented acquisition reports to executive committee to obtain company approval.
Analyzed financial information to identify issues and areas of concern. Utilized information to ensure accurate business plans, reports and budgets.
Implemented procedures and tools to improve efficiency of systems and management. Provided platform to grow the company and its profits.
Worked with and trained management team to improve margins and profitability.
Mentored and trained the accounting staff and delegated assignments to them. Coordinated audits and tax engagements.
Provided information systems support and network administration for the division.
Supervised the administration of human resources including corporate policies as well as payroll and benefits.
Controlled legal matters with attorneys.
ALPER DEVELOPMENT, INC., Los Angeles, California aaa Regional Developer
Corporate Controller, August 1997 aaa December 1997
Reviewed monthly consolidated financial statements and tax packages.
Obtained loans for projects and acted as liaison between the company and its Lenders.
Performed cash management for consolidated company and individual projects.
Supervised the accounting staff and delegated assignments to them.
Coordinated and controlled audits and tax return preparation.
KAUFMAN AND BROAD, Newport Beach, California aaa National Homebuilder and Developer
Assistant Controller, September 1995 aaa August 1997
Prepared the divisionaaas business plans and budgets.
Analyzed variances from the budget and prescribed corrective actions.
Assisted in the assessment of the value and merit of land purchases.
Supervised the accounting staff and delegated assignments to them.
Reviewed financial statements and managed audits.
Implemented control procedures and operational manuals.
MS MANAGEMENT SERVICES, Los Angeles, California aaa National Property Management Firm
Assistant Manager, June 1993 - September 1995
Prepared financial reports and budgets in ARGUS for senior management and owners. Consolidated multiple LLC financial reports and global cash flows.
Coordinated and managed all audit and tax engagements.
Acted as liaison between building management and Owners and Lender.
Supervised and delegated tasks to building staff.
Analyzed leases and other contracts for approval or recommendation.
Responsible for budgets and variance analysis.
Developed and implemented system for budgeting and costing of construction of tenant space.
KPMG PEAT MARWICK, Los Angeles California aaa Certified Public Accountants
Staff Accountant, September 1991 - May 1993
Planned and supervised audit engagements.
Worked with audit teams to verify and create financial statements.
Analyzed management policies in an attempt to increase profitability.
Evaluated the data processing system and internal control procedures of clients.
EDUCATION:
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, Los Angeles California, May 1991
Master of Business Administration
Concentration: Finance, Accounting and Real Estate.
Honors: Deanaaas list. GPA: 3.7
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO, La Jolla, California, June 1988
Bachelor of Arts; Major: Quantitative Economics and Decision Science; Minor: Mathematics
Honors: Provostaaas Honors List and graduated with aaADistinction.aa
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