Jessica T. Veroba

*** ******** *******

Teaneck, NJ 07666

917-***-****

ac3180@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Coda Resources, Ltd. – Brooklyn, NY

Controller 05/2017 – 10/2017

(Position relocated to Chicago.)

Coda Resources is a diversified manufacturing and distribution company which services global clientele of industrial, retail and consumer product companies, from the Fortune 100 to small and mid-sized privately held organizations.

Oversee all of the in-house accounting functions, including: reviewing and processing of A/R, A/P, inventory management, sales tax filing and reporting, profit margin analysis and assisting with cash flow management, budgeting and financial reporting.

Review and implement proper internal controls of the company.

Substantial involvement in the planning and implementation of the IT transition for the software system of the company (from Anzio to NAV).

Monitor and report on the company’s inventory

Financial modeling in Excel

Managed a staff of three direct reports in accounting and two inventory managers.

Island Natural Inc. – Long Island City, NY

Controller 10/2013-04/2017

Island Natural is a New York based natural products sales and distribution company, boasting the top product introduction team in the North Eastern region of the United States.

Accountable for the delivery of professional services in the areas of accounting, quality, growth, project, risk, and resource management.

Built a trusted relationship with the president of the company and brought value added resources to the table with ideas and understanding in the industry

Identified and pursued new business opportunities. Developed and implemented the pursuit plans and business proposals to secure a significant number of customers.

Served as a Performance Management Leader to foster the professional development of staff and management level employees and decrease employee turnover.

Created a culture that embraced interaction and personal involvement among all team members.

Transitioned company to the use of the Accpac ERP system.

Trained and managed a staff of seven direct reports

Flywheel Sports, Inc. – New York, NY

Controller 07/2011-09/2013

Flywheel Sports, Inc. operates over 41 indoor cycling ride studios in the United States and one in Dubai.

Handled the tasks of preparing financial reports, cost reports, budgets and financial forecasts on a regular basis.

Maintained the general ledger and general accounting including accounts payables and accounts receivables, as well as administrative and treasury functions.

Responsible for all aspects of human resources for the entire company including payroll and benefits.

Wrote the company’s handbook of policies and procedures.

Ensured that the financial records were accurate and all expenses were properly documented.

Corresponded with the senior management regarding any financial decisions that were made.

Managed all financial aspects of the company’s private label retail line.

Trained and managed a staff of 22 direct reports.

Extensive use of QuickBooks Enterprise

Jessica T. Veroba

The Max Leather Group Inc., A Division of LF USA – Queens, NY

Controller 05/2005-07/2011

Max Leather manufactures leather accessories on behalf of high-end designers (i.e. Calvin Klein, Anne Klein, John Varvados, et al.). The company was bought by Li & Fung USA.

•Developed and maintained an efficient and effective financial and administrative organization in charge of selecting, training, supervising, and counseling of all accounting personnel.

•Supervised the preparation, maintenance and presentation of all financial data internally and externally.

•Prepared cash flow projections, review and plan cash outflow and investment activity.

•Collaborated with senior management to accurately forecast and report on financial status.

•Prepared financial reports summaries to predict economic and financial standing, taking into consideration revenues, expenditures, and net assets based on past and present operations.

•Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual royalty reports and payment schedules for all licensors.

•Prepared monthly commission statements and payment schedules for all salespeople.

•Daily use of SAP software.

•Trained and managed a staff of six direct reports.

Sunshine Lighting - Brooklyn, NY

Assistant Controller 06/2001-04/2005

Sunshine Lighting is one of the leading lighting manufacturers in the United States. Developer and manufacturer of the Sunlite® brand.

Implemented a formal payroll system resulting in a streamlined and more productive form of employees’ time accountability.

Supervised and lead an accounting support staff of seven direct reports.

Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual reports summarizing and forecasting company business activities and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earning based on past, present and expected operations.

Developed financial statements, analyzed business trends and daily operating costs.

Veronis, Suhler & Associates - New York, NY

Associate 09/1989-02/2000

Veronis Suhler was a leading private investment firm that invested in the information, business services, healthcare, IT, education, media and marketing services industries in North America and Europe.

Completed detailed due diligence on new clients, including meeting with client management to gain a thorough understanding of the business

Prepared high quality engagement materials describing the client business and future growth prospects and synergies with potential buyers

Prepared detailed financial analyses to effectively model the client's business and future growth opportunities

EDUCATION

Queens College – Flushing, NY

BBA – Accounting

Cum Laude (GPA 3.7)

SKILLS

Advanced knowledge of computer software applications including: Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook, SAP, Accpac, Great Plains, QuickBooks, as well as customized industry-specific accounting and manufacturing computer systems.

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