Senior Accountant Assistant Controller
Financial Reporting Analysis and Documentation ~ Spreadsheets and Accounting Reports ~ Systems and Technology Utilization ~ Strategic Planning and Implementation ~ Risk Assessment and Mitigation ~ Turnarounds and Restructurings
Qualifications Profile
Detail-oriented, growth-driven professional, offering solid background and proven expertise in accounting operations and financial analysis within diverse institutions. Equipped with outstanding reputation in maximizing performance of financial operations with emphasis in strategy formulation, internal control implementation, process improvement, cost reduction, and profitability improvement. Adept at resolving complex financial transaction issues, building strategic cross-enterprise alliances, and negotiating and securing business deals. Articulate communicator with basic knowledge of Spanish and French. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel), Access, Hyperion, QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP, Creative Solutions payroll, and fixed assets
Professional Experience
EnovaPremier § Louisville, KY
Financial Analyst 2013–Present
Collect and evaluate invoice receipts for tire and wheel assemblies manufactured for Toyota, Hyundai, GM, and Volvo
Maintain interaction with buyers at various vehicle companies to update pricing due to changes in raw material costs to general ledger, while ensuring profit margins increase
Document and verify general ledger entries including preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements
Drove the implementation of process and technology changes, which lessened the general ledger closing time, from six days to four days using available resources in collaboration with team
Citizens Financial Corporation § Louisville, KY
Senior Financial Analyst 2006–2009
Took full charge of acquiring and examining monthly statutory reserves through a series of Excel Spreadsheets and loading entries in Microsoft’s Solomon general ledger system, as well as creating quarterly Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) financial statements and consolidation
Managed the assessment of quarterly GAAP deferred acquisition costs and value of insurance in force
Succeeded in optimizing processes and reducing time to generate both statutory and GAAP financial statements by two days, while maintaining accurate financial records
Century Small Business Solutions § Louisville, KY
Accountant 2004–2006
Handled arrangement and evaluation of monthly financial statements, payroll, and tax filings for local restaurants and gas stations
Communicated information with clients on financial standing and offer counsel to increase profitability
Successfully converted existing payroll system into Creative Solutions Payroll software used to produce annual payroll checks as well as federal, state, and local payroll tax filings and w-2s to clients
Accountemps § Louisville, KY
Accountant – United Parcel Service Supply Chain Solutions Group 2003–2004
Took charge of processing accounts payable and receive technology equipment used for various projects within UPS
Collaborated with the Oracle purchasing and general ledger products as well as some internal UPS created systems that completed the purchasing and receipt of the IT equipment and the payment of related invoices
Steered efforts in improving the percentage of invoices paid on-time from less than 50% to over 70% and eventually up to over 95%; thus optimizing the activities
Humana, Inc. § Louisville, KY
Accountant Consultant 1998–1999
Drove process automation by implementing Hyperion financial reporting system that resulted to significant reduction of hours spent preparing the filings, enabling additional time for enhanced analysis and review for accuracy
Aegon USA § Louisville, KY
Supervising Senior Accountant 1983–1998
Gathered and prepared financial information for the corporation to develop management, board of director, and shareholder reports and analysis
Arranged various reports, including Statutory, GAAP, line of business, and SEC reporting
Conducted extensive analysis of the annual and quarterly reports to shareholders as well as 10-K and 10-Q reporting for the SEC
Executed and maintained the Hyperion financial reporting system to ensure accurate financial processes
Took part in the selection and deployment of a new general ledger system for the corporation
Managed other special projects as necessary, such as acquisitions, GAAP restatements, and budgets
Worked closely with individuals in and outside the department to streamline processes that enhanced efficiency and decreased the quarterly close time
Additional Experience
Love. Dog. § Louisville, KY
Owner 1997–Present
Render oversight to all aspects of the business operations, which involve accounting, baking, sewing, purchasing, sales, and customer service relations
Education and Credentials
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting
Bellarmine College, Louisville, KY
Graduated summa cum laude GPA: 3.875
Certified Public Accountant
Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI)
Professional Affiliation
Kentucky Society of CPAs (KyCPA)
Activities
Treasurer and Board Member, Golden Retriever Rescue and Adoption of Needy Dogs (www.grrand.org)