Accounting prof'l w/ extensive Business Analysis & Project Management

DENISE D. STROFFOLINO

*****************@*****.*** (908) 413 - 6809, cell http://LinkedIn.com/in/DeniseStroffolino SUMMARY

Seasoned accounting professional with thorough knowledge of accounting and internal controls, GAAP, Business Processes, Process Re-engineering; extensive SDLC experience, detail and analysis oriented, excellent project / technical documentation skills; knack for being able to gain respect and credibility quickly, with a solid ability to translate complex accounting issues to non-accountants. Strong interpersonal, analytical and leadership skills. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Quickbooks, Microsoft Dynamics SL (Financials, Multi-Currency, Multi-Company, Projects, Distribution and Customization Manager modules), ReQlogic, Management Reporter, FRx, Crystal Reports, Microsoft SQL, Blue Cherry Integration, MS Project/Project Online, SharePoint, Visio, PowerPoint, Excel (advanced), Word, ProSeries, Microsoft Best Fixed Assets (FAS), Cibermaxima Fixed Assets, Imagelink and eBanking PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Loan Science LLC August 2014 – April 2017

Austin, Texas (remote)

Controller / Director of Finance

Tracked monthly performance of operating results, analyzing current and past trends in key indicators including all areas of revenue, cost of sales and expenses by company, line of business and department

Managed all accounting functions in accordance with US GAAP including cash, payables, receivables and projects, through and including the closing process

Preparation of consolidated financial and projection reports to present accurate and timely financial recommendations to senior management for decision making purposes

• Developed and formalized the Allocation process to a departmental level for better insight into profitability

• Identified efficiencies and improved effectiveness by determining best practices

• Executed Audit preparation functions, coordinating activities with outside audit firm and review of firm performance

• Oversaw recent upgrade of accounting and reporting systems Geller & Company LLC October 2010 – August 2014

New York, New York

Senior Business Analyst / Controller

Focused primarily on the Bloomberg Family and related Bloomberg Foundations, as well as other extremely high net worth individuals and their related business/philanthropic accounting needs

• Developed highly sophisticated financial and analytical reporting for both external clients and internal management, addressing complex analysis

• Researched new accounting related requirements, finding appropriate solutions to increase team’s efficiency and streamline tasks

• Worked closely with IT and VB/SQL custom development team to develop custom client applications, based requirement analyses from client discussions; prepared functional specs / high level designs and detailed designs for the development team, created formal written documentation with cost estimates for the client to approve, organized phase specific status meetings for the relevant teams, coordinated Quality Assurance, developed integrated test plans, conducted testing and client training.

• Implemented a full blown ReQlogic (requisitions/purchasing/approval) system embedded heavily with custom features to tailor the system to each client’s needs. DENISE D. STROFFOLINO

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Computer Generated Solutions (CGS) April 2009 – October 2010 New York, New York

Project Manager – Senior Consultant

• Responsible for project implementations with a strong focus on the integration between Dynamics SL and the proprietary manufacturing software, Blue Cherry, designed by CGS for the garment industry

• Gathered requirements and performed needs analysis, followed up by extensive documentation throughout lifecycle

• Designed project plans, identifying needs, detailed tasks and milestones, based on scope, resources and budget

• Maintained on-going client relationships addressing new business requirements

• Acted as a liaison to coordinate IT needs for procurement of appropriate system requirements, installation and support

Insight Consulting LLC (sole proprietor) February 2002 – April 2009 Brooklyn, New York

Client Industries: High Net Worth Family Offices, Financial Services, IT-based, Biotech, Professional Services, Hospitality, Non-Profit, Distribution/Inventory, Education, Construction, Top Law Firm, Banking (back office) and Real Estate

Project Manager - Business Analyst – Consulting

• Identified potential workflow and internal control process improvement inefficiencies of systems and processes; designed and implemented best practice workflows to improve existing processes within accounting, functional and technical areas

• Acted as a liaison between management, implementation personnel and vendors by conducting meetings to review project status details; obtained approvals and signoffs

• Managed complete creation and lifecycle of projects including: planning, designing, budgeting to task, testing and implementation of business solutions designed to meet functional department requirements and manage risk

• Provided accounting services post/prior to monthly closings; reviewed basis for variances and results; prepared GAAP based financial reporting packages including Multi-entity consolidations

• Implemented financial software based upon design documentation in accordance with project plan and budget guidelines; data conversion and integration with third party applications

• Documented, mapped and depicted custom application specifications for developers to create custom applications; performed initial functional testing and training for client UAT

• Wrote custom training manuals and provided client training on application and modified business processes

• Assisted clients in saving time and money by turning spreadsheets into custom applications and reports to avoid redundant data entry and enabling real-time reporting. (Extensive knowledge of SQL, Crystal and MR/ FRx) DENISE D. STROFFOLINO

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BMS - ePartners, Inc. December 1999 - February 2002 New Jersey and New York offices

Director of Consulting (2001 - 2002)

• Responsible for overall consulting team's performance, including quality of work, management of risk, resources and the project timeline of each engagement

• Monitored, tracked and was held accountable for project progress, deliverables and quality assurance

• Worked extensively with client management to identify areas for improvement in business efficiency Project Manager (1999 - 2001)

• Experience included performing needs analysis and working with clients to develop system designs to 'think outside the box', while tailored to client specifications and business requirements

• Preparation of formal project plans including detailed engagement work plans for both consultants and staff, assigned personnel, reviewed timelines, analyzed budget variances regularly, approved billing

• Worked closely with salespeople, assisted with software demos and provided clients with technical answers

• Implementation - high end troubleshooting for complex issues, high level client training and customizations Insight Consulting (Sole Proprietor) March 1991 - December 1999 Brooklyn, New York

Freelance Accounting Consultant

• Installed, customized and supported computerized accounting systems for small - medium sized clients

• Maintained write-up client base by preparing computerized journals, ledgers and financial statements on a monthly quarterly and annual basis

• Prepared payroll, corporate, Sub S and personal tax returns Deloitte and Touche October 1987 - March 1991

New York, New York

Senior Consultant - US National Office /NY Practice Office

• Designed and supervised financially automated client engagements

• Applied specialized knowledge in financial projections, budgeting and consolidations'

• Designed and implemented Deloitte Haskins and Sells first computerized accounting system (at the US National Office level) from a manual set of books, which led to implementing a consolidation of an enhanced system for the merger between Deloitte Haskins and Sells with Touche Ross at the International level.

• Developed intro-advanced level courseware materials and software tutorials

• Conducted onsite "hands-on" seminars at most of the US practice offices, teaching PlusPlan to all levels of accounting professionals, as well as clients

• Temporarily relocated to Colorado, to transition the team to the Denver office EDUCATION

St. John's University, Jamaica, New York BS Accounting, 1985 CERTIFICATIONS

Microsoft Dynamics SL, FRx, SQL, QuickBooks

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