High energy, adaptable self-starter who uses logical data-based analysis to accelerate performance and support ownership objectives while maintaining compliance. Taught to drive projects from behind the scenes utilizing relentless attention to detail. Proactive communicator who leads by example and believes in fostering cross-departmental communication not competition. Over 20 years experience in accounting and successful public works contract management.

OBJECTIVE

To join an organization where my experience and skills can be utilized to their maximum potential.

QUALIFICATIONS

Expertise in all hands-on phases of accounting in accordance with GAAP and tax regulations; GL / AR / AP / in-house payroll & taxes, union fringe reporting, Prevailing Wage compliance. Preparation of financial statements / tax issues / projections. Set internal control standards / internal & external audits.

Mentoring / training of accounting & project management personnel inclusive of contract billings / AIA.

Supervising & instruction of job costing & WIP for internal / external reporting.

Initiation and renewal of various business licenses / permits in compliance with Federal / State / Local regulations including WBE / HUT / IFTA / FMCSA / NYC DOB / NYC DOT.

Corporate / partnership / personal tax compliance resolution.

Liaison with clients, regulatory agencies & engineers for dispute/discrepancy resolution to insure satisfactory completion of contract requirements.

Creating / maintenance of EEO / Affirmative Action / Sexual Harassment / ConEd & OSHA Safety plans.

Project management from contract award to final retention closeout.

Insuring accuracy of estimating from identification of critical specifications within ITBs / RFQs to verifying that all line items are accounted for.

EXPERIENCE

2007 to present Con-Tech Construction Technology Inc, Yorktown Hghts, NY

Controller / Project Manager & Jr Estimator

Support ownership in all accounting, reporting, financial analysis and tax compliance for long-term expansion.

Played integral role in bringing $800K residential construction company to $10M heavy-highway public works company with $20M bonding capacity in under 10 years.

Initiated and maintain certified WBE status while achieving sustainable growth.

Created and maintain EEO Affirmative Action Plan, NYSDOT/NYSOGS/ConEd approved OSHA safety plans as well as federal/state compliant vehicle/driver log records.

Ensuring contract regulatory compliance and manage all bidding requirements.

Mentoring and training accounting, project management, and estimating staff.

Responsible for all accounting and tax compliance.

Creation of internal controls / lead internal audits with regards to purchase orders, subcontracts, insurances, releases, warranty periods and bonds; prepare and conduct multiple union audits and yearly WC/GL audits; prepare and conduct FMCSA audits.

Manage accounting functions for ownerships additional property management and equipment leasing companies.

1999 to Present Self-Employment

Independent Contractor

IRS Annual Filing Season Program Participant / TPIN Credential Tax Preparer

Teach local small business owners accounting principles and use of Quickbooks, empowering them to achieve greater self-sufficiency.

2006 to August 2007 Evergreen Mechanical Corp., Bronx, NY

Assistant Controller

Responsible for all AR: invoicing, collecting, and forecasting

Reduced tax burden by 7% via monitoring / correcting accounts payable practices.

Created / maintained internal monitoring system to maximize billable hours.

Researched and created Fraud Prevention Plan with regards to small tools/vehicle usage.

1997 to 2006 McNamee Construction Corp., Lincolndale, NY

Bookkeeper-Full-Charge, Asst. Project Manager, EEO Officer

Asst. Project Manager on over 40 projects inclusive of correspondence and job-cost / quantity payment analysis.

Managed AR and collected payment on over $13 million in time and material billings with Federal, State, Local and private agencies in accordance with Contract Specifications.

Mentored and trained staff with all phases of accounting inclusive of tax, GL, and audit preparation.

Managed in-house payroll for 150+ employees with over 17 unions in 3 states

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES

2013 to Present Canopus Realty Corp., Putnam Valley, NY

President

Direct responsibility for management of a self-managed co-operative housing development inclusive of vendor / subcontractor contracts, mortgage / banking / legal negotiations, and resident conflict resolutions.

Internal auditing of Treasury activities / tax planning.

2016 to Present Putnam Valley Volunteer Ambulance Corp, Putnam Valley, NY

Recording Secretary

Direct responsibility for creation of General Meeting Minutes and posting of same.

Internal auditing of Treasury activities and training / oversight of volunteer Treasurer.

SKILLS

Technologically proficient in MAC/Windows, Microsoft Office as well as various other text, data, and spreadsheet programs; PDF form/document creation, compilation, and editing; Quickbooks Pro, Sage-Timberline and various other accounting and tax software both mainstream and industry specific; Primavera; AutoCad; HeavyBid. Trained in digitizer software / hardware use.

Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of the construction trade, MURK, ISO9000 and GAAP

25 years communicating / translating governmental codes, regulations & compliance standards to private-sector property owners and employees.

Registered NYS Notary Public (Putnam County).

Certified Fraud Examiner, ACFE

EDUCATION

BA: Accounting & Finance - American Intercontinental University

CPA Candidate, AICPA

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