Accounting Financial

Devin Caraza

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SUMMARY

Addressing financial challenges fascinates me and seeps in to every aspect of my life – from personal budgeting to understanding the ebb and flow of markets and the influence it has on law and politics. Attempting to understand and capitalize on this intricate exchange of money is my passion.

I take pride in exposing vulnerabilities and exercising my problem-solving skills on a daily basis. This is what drives me to do what I do. Using a systematic and calculated approach, I address problems from different angles to ensure all scenarios are considered. I’ve handled multiple functions of a business operation including treasury, tax, audit, HR, contracts, strategy, cost control, risk management, business support, partnerships, negotiations, full accounting cycles and more. Recognized as a numbers oriented thinker with strong verbal and written communication skills who can rapidly resolve business conflicts, and is also easy to talk to. I bring a diverse background in energy generation, aviation, luxury travel, and manufacturing business practices. Education

M.B.A. 2012 FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

B.A. FINANCE 2009 FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY A.S. AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES 2004 MIAMI DADE COLLEGE AIRFRAME AND POWER PLANT (A&P LICENSE) 2005 GEORGE T. BAKER AVIATION Experience

FINANCE MANAGER ACCUPLACE MARCH 2016-PRESENT

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Developed dynamic pricing models that helped accurately forecast revenue streams for “Pay-per-click” products. Also, helped reduce SG&A cost 10%.

Oversee all accounting, G/L, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

(GAAP), regulatory requirements, and audit requirements. Maintain internal control safeguards and coordinate all audit activities. Responsible for monthly, quarterly and yearly financial statements.

Manage cash flow and forecasting. Developed a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism that includes minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs. Optimized the handling of banking relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash positions.

Oversee all operations as they relate to the financial and accounting side of the business.

Manage accounting on a GAAP and Tax Basis.

Understanding of MACRS and IRS publication 946

Oversee budgeting and the implementation of budgets so as to monitor progress and present financial metrics both internally and externally.

Manage and track the performance of policies and investment guidelines established by the investment committee.

Manufacturing experience.

Develop pricing and revenue models for new products.

Continuous efficiency improvement i.e Finding enterprise solutions to streamline activities and reduce cost.

Analyze and model new products to assess value.

Job costing and absorption.

Business case development

GOLD AVIATION OPERATIONAL CONTROLLER NOVEMBER 2015 - MARCH 2016

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Rebuilt all accounting procedures and processes from the ground up to meet business requirements. This process helped accurately forecast cash flow and revealed multiple cost saving avenues ultimately increasing gross margins 19%.

Provided financial analysis for capital investments contract negotiations and pricing.

Calculated budget variances and report accordingly.

Handled FET and Sales tax transactions

Oversee organizational operations of 23 staff members.

Ensure timely transactions in accounts payable and receivable.

Process payroll and perform account reconciliations monthly.

Conduct financial research, analyze financial performance against objectives, and determine trends.

Manage changes to baseline requirements.

Performed monthly analysis of business performance by reviewing comparative operating results, researching variances, and documenting findings while providing guidance and instruction on budget procedures, expense tracking, and goal setting.

Communicate with business partners using data and process models to clarify and validate requirements.

Write project documents (e.g., business cases, test cases, test scenarios, test plans, cost benefits and root cause analysis).

Interpret meaning and implications of business metrics, data and reports to achieve project goals.

Coordinate implementation of changes to existing workflows or applications.

Review and analyze cost performance. Identifying and implementing opportunities for improved profitability.

Led the finance and control functions and business operations; invoicing, AR/AP, cash, payroll, travel, billing and invoicing.

Drive workflow analysis and other business process analysis to identify and clarify requirements.

Coordinate implementation of changes to existing workflows or applications.

Implementation Support.

Oversee financial and accounting system controls and standards and ensured timely financial and statistical reports for management and/or Board use.

Evaluate organization and stakeholder change readiness.

Coordinated with other departments to schedule and evaluate routine maintenance and testing of components and equipment to reduce O&M costs.

CRYSTAL CRUISES FINANCE ANALYST APRIL 2015 - NOVEMBER 2016

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Implemented a standardized accounting process for dealing with vendors in over 145 countries. This formal process helped aided the RFQ process from vendors ultimately reducing cost by 15% and securing long term operating contracts.

Conduct financial research, analyze financial performance against objectives, and determine trends.

Manage changes to baseline requirements.

Performed monthly analysis of business performance by reviewing comparative operating results, researching variances, and documenting findings while providing guidance and instruction on budget procedures, expense tracking, and goal setting.

Identify subject matter expert resource projects.

Communicate with business partners using data and process models to clarify and validate requirements.

Write project documents (e.g., business cases, test cases, test scenarios, test plans, cost benefits and root cause analysis).

Assist with developing and implementing change plans.

Participate in the creation of training plans to implement new skills.

Conduct analysis of and document the current state of business process, workflows and technology.

Interpret meaning and implications of business metrics, data and reports to achieve project goals.

Coordinate implementation of changes to existing workflows or applications.

Review and analyze cost performance. Identifying and implementing opportunities for improved profitability. FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT OPERATIONS MARCH 2008 – FEBRUARY 2015

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Continuous career growth throughout multiple departments.

Oversee operations on critical and shutdown nuclear reactors including startup, shutdown, steady state, and transient conditions. Supervised the maintenance and repair of multiple reactor and steam plant components using various test equipment.

Responsible for the monitoring operation of nuclear station equipment in the control room in such a manner that ensures safe and efficient operation of the plant; therefore, protecting the health and safety of the public.

Thorough knowledge of reading plant and electrical prints as part for tagging system out of service. Also responsible for directing others to realign valves, rack out breakers and hang tags.

Direct and coordinate with plant operators and various station maintenance departments to perform surveillance testing and other routine plant activities.

Proficient in reading Tech Specs, FSAR, and implementing Emergency Plan Classifications.

Required to be thoroughly familiar with procedure use and adherence, specifically carrying out Abnormal/Emergency Procedure entry conditions and actions.

Perform Root Cause analysis.

Respond to plant indications and alarms to diagnose equipment malfunctions and to address normal conditions and mitigate abnormal ones.

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER GS-12 40 HRS/WK FEBRUARY 2007 – MARCH 2008

Providing safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic.

Providing information to aircraft about weather conditions.

Handling unexpected events, emergencies and unscheduled traffic.

Certified A side controller with experience in assisting CPCs. Languages

ENGLISH & SPANISH (COMPLETELY FLUENT. READING, WRITING, AND SPEAKING) Software/Technology

Primavera P6 Scheduling, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, QuickBooks Pro, eSOMS, NAMS, SAGE, AMOS, Microsoft Dynamics, COGNOS, SAP, Intuitive 8.7, SQL, Oracle

Skills

Cursory knowledge of derivatives commodity pools and alternative investments.

Understanding of Fixed Income business and securities.

Strong and effective oral and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization.

Project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and virtual environment.

Working knowledge of continuous improvement management philosophies.

Effective presenter capable of engaging the organization with credibility at all levels.

Ability to build strong formal and informal teams and help other leaders to do the same.

Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and leading change in evolving work environment.

Staff accountant, Supervisory experience, financial reporting analyst, financial analyst, assistant controller, credit analyst, payroll manager, financial assistant, procurement specialist, value-added analysis, financial projections, general ledger, financial statements, expense analysis, cross-functional team leadership, financial and strategic planning, P&L management, auditing and compliance, operating and working capital, budget management, cash-flow management, data warehouse reporting, audits and compliance, strong background/knowledge of administrative procedures in governing the preparation of legal instruments in conjunction with concession agreement transactions to include negotiations, and contract establishment. Prior experience in midsize/ large airport; travel, regulatory accounting, MBA, Excel, spreadsheets, expense control, business analysis, performance metrics. RFP s and RFQ s.

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