Manager Management
Resume:
Lenora Palacios
*** ****** **** ** • Baytown, Texas 77520 • 409-***-**** • ******.********@*****.***
Qualifications
20+ Years in practical accounting using GAAP principles
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15+ Years in Management.
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I am innovative, creative and think outside of the box but at the same time l adhere to policies and procedures.
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Able to learn proprietary systems/applications quickly and easily. Proficient in computer application’s,
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Microsoft Suite, including, but not limited to, programming spreadsheet functions in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft
Word and Power point, processing business functions through Reynolds & Reynolds, ADP, QuickBooks and
Arkoma business operating systems.
Compliance Monitoring and Coordination with local, state, and federal mandated auditors and auditing
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institutions. Extensive knowledge of SOX.
Ensure that all office personnel are using proper accounting procedures (GAAP) and maintaining accurate
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records and analyses and supervise the preparation of all information for the CPA in order to minimize audit or
review costs.
EXPERIENCE
Techcess
Controller June 2010- April 2013
o Responsible for all Financial functions of the business. Up to and including Business Plans, Processes and
procedures, time management skills and the daily operations of the accounting office.
o Responsible for HR and the management of the HR department. This includes payroll, insurance and 401K
management.
o Report the financial condition of the total dealership to the dealer/general manager regularly and accurately.
o Maintain daily reporting and updates of the financial condition of the business.
o Maintain and designed chart of accounts, Profit and Loss documentation and accounting work papers for
monthly and daily reporting.
o Managed employees of the accounting and HR departments.
o Hands on control of all the daily duties as far invoicing, deposits, reconciliations and receivables.
o Took company to a 19% monthly status of all receivables by monitoring, contacting and maintaining the
receivables on a daily basis.
Controller, February 2008 – 2010
Vanguard Truck Center, Houston, Texas
Report the financial condition of the total dealership to the dealer/general manager regularly and accurately.
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Provide sales and expense analysis summarizing potential problem areas and opportunities for improved
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profitability relative to monthly and annual forecasts.
Prepare a complete financial statement monthly according to dealership guidelines and within each
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manufacturer's format and time frame.
Ensure that all manufacturer accounts, including warranty claims, rebates, interest protection and co-op
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advertising are current and accurate.
Interpret the financial statement and the daily operating control (DOC) regularly and inform dealer of
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developing trends.
Assist CFO in the preparation of short- and long-term financial forecasts for the dealership...
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On site HR manager and PR clerk. Responsible for all aspects of payroll, benefits and 401K.
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Maintain an effective cash management system that forecasts cash funds and makes recommendations for the
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Continued…
profitable use of excess cash.
Direct assessment of depreciation rates to apply to capital assets.
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Review the reconciliation of general ledger accounts with outside sources to ensure proper bank reconciliation,
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reserve accounts, factory payable, and floor plan payable.
Ensure compliance with all applicable government finance regulations, including filing and maintaining of
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required forms, payroll taxes and deposits, income taxes, and retirement plan records, licenses and permits.
Manage the dealership computer system to maximize utilization administers a loss review program and
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Maintain loss reserves for contingent liabilities and trade receivables. Maintain receivables at 97% or higher.
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Controller, January 2007 – February 2008
Stewart Cadillac, Houston, Texas
Controller with the Division's financial operations in all areas of general accounting, accounts payables,
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accounts receivables, and payroll, as well as all administrative functions. Supervise periodic audits and
ensure compliance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.
Develop and maintain an efficient and effective financial and administrative organization in charge of
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selecting, training, supervising, and counseling of all accounting personnel.
Supervise the preparation, maintenance, and presentation of all financial data internally or externally.
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Prepare cash flow projections, review and plan cash outflow and investment activity.
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Collaborate with senior management to accurately forecast and report on financial status.
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Prepare financial reports summaries to predict economic and financial standing, taking into consideration
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revenues, expenditures, and net assets based on past and present operations.
Develop, implement, and control cash management operations.
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Assistant Controller, January 1998 – June 2006
Sonic Automotive, Houston, Texas
Office Manager of consolidated accounting office of 50+ employees, and a total of 11 dealerships.
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Maintained all bank accounts for consolidated office.
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Streamlined process’s, to help ensure a three day EOM process.
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Provide management with Financials, Cost reports, annual Budgets, and Financial Analysis as
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needed.
Responsible for administration of 401-k, Profit-Sharing, and Medical plans.
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Work with outside CPA firm for annual audits, including and not limited to governments audits and Sarbanes
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Oxley compliance.
Process full cycle AP and AR.
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Process PR.
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In Charge of all inside training and outside training schedules.
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EDUCATION
Business Accounting and Operations - Certificate
Currently enrolled in Lee College Baytown projected Graduation for degree June 2011
Business –Accounting Associates Degree
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