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Location:
San Francisco, CA
Posted:
November 05, 2014

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DALIEVA J. AYALA, CPA, CMA

*******@******.*** * Cell 416-***-****

Profile:

Independent and pro-active self-starter, who operates with a strong sense of ownership for projects and results. Determination, my inquisitive mindset,

positive attitude and the ability to work effectively and focused under pressure, enables me to excel and consistently perform at a high level of expectation.

I have successfully worked on a vast array of engagements as a Controller, including managing the full cycle of accounting, budgeting & forecasting,

internal financial reporting, cost design, internal auditing and implementation of accounting software, among others.

My strengths along my career of 20 years allow me to effectively communicate direction, commit people to action and convey complex information in

easily understood formats for a comprehensive decision making process.

Professional Experience / Accomplishments:

AIM Health Group (a division of McKesson Canada) Nov 2013 – Mar 2014 (contract)

Canadian leading provider of Health Care Services.

Controller

Assessed multi-entity financial performance by analyzing and interpreting complex financial data to advise management on relevant risks

Administered and reviewed actual results to identify, explain and correct variances as appropriate

Reported and presented month-end financial activities within tight deadlines internally and to head office

Streamlined processes, schedules and reporting to improve efficiencies

Revamped and managed organizational cash flow forecasting,

Realigned fixed assets schedules for clinics and corporate

Performed internal audit to Commodity Taxes returns, correcting deficiencies and simplifying reporting for large corporation filing

Enhanced capabilities of the finance team and provided positive leadership promoting a supportive work environment

Mentored and supervised a team of eight.

Entertainment One (prior Alliance Films) May 2012 - Aug 2013

International leader in independent content ownership and distribution with established divisions in Motion Picture, TV Productions and Music.

Manager, Royalties

Managed and streamlined Film and TV Producer Reporting and Payment processes related to the exploitation of rights acquired, setting forth

statements of all Gross Receipts, Distribution Expenses and Distribution Fees while ensuring timely and accurate delivery and that contractual

obligations were met.

Attentively interpreted distribution agreements focusing on safeguarding liabilities and managing costs efficiently, resulting in substantial equity

savings to the corporation.

Mentored and provided leadership to staff of 5.

Aldridge Minerals Inc. – Toronto, Ontario Feb-Apr 2012 (contract)

Publicly-traded mining exploration company in the business of identifying, acquiring, and developing mineral properties.

Interim Controller

Effectively managed Financial Reporting to be presented to board of directors.

Performed project accounting reporting, increasing data accuracy and timeliness. Supported CFO to ensure projects were on track and deadlines met.

Proficiently analyzed variances of a mining feasibility study project to be certain that financial and operational decisions were based on sound

financial assumptions and calculations.

GH Capital – Toronto, Ontario Mar 2011 - Jan 2012

A diversified real estate and property management enterprise.

Accountant

Conducted in-depth analyses and auditing to provide recommendations that improved operations.

Automated and completed full cycle of accounting for 7 fiscal years and successfully prepared Financial Statements

Performed internal audit of accounts which allowed management to get a more robust understanding of operating results.

Southern Graphics Systems Co. – Toronto, Ontario Jan 2009 – Nov 2010

One of the largest flexo plates manufacturing companies in the world and supplier of gravure cylinders. SGS also provides complete turnkey graphics

solutions for packaging to the largest fortune 500 consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies. Global revenues of 300M.

Accounting Supervisor/Financial Analyst

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DALIEVA J. AYALA, CPA, CMA

Oversaw all day-to-day accounting functions; developed and defined relevant financial metrics (KPIs) through analysis of performance and quality data,

by interfacing with multiple stakeholders.

Acted as “gate keeper” for corporate overhead and other allocations, performing internal audits of Canadian accounting transactions, abiding by US and

Canadian GAAP.

Successfully managed merging of new acquisitions, leading to increased efficiencies company wide.

Proficiently designed costing systems for various divisions, improving accuracy and overall job profitability evaluation.

Directly involved in the automation of valuation of WIP and Accrued Revenue for Canadian operations, saving time, refining precision and solidifying

credibility from auditors.

Initiated investigation of PST and GST filings, saving company over $200K within first month.

Effectively managed job order closeout process, decreasing backlog and inactive dockets.

Completed annual budgets for all Canadian locations at customer account and corporate levels, contributing to financial efficiencies, accuracies and

discipline.

Provided finance support to multiple business units and facilitated unit managers’ liaison with US Headquarters’ staff and Senior Management,

increasing effective communications and positively impacting department end results.

Analyzed customer profitability reports and supported sales managers, ensuring understanding of job cost/profit relationship and incentive programs

compensation.

Diligently involved in the Microsoft Dynamics system implementation and integration of five divisions, advising on taxation matters, reporting and

logistics.

Key participant in SOX and tax compliance, which lead to reduced regulations risks and protected company from penalizations.

MediaEdge Communications Inc. - Toronto, Ontario. Sep 1999 – Dec 2008

Premier communications firm that specializes in magazine publishing, design, and event management.

Controller

Prepared and analyzed financial statements of over 50 profit centres, including Joint Ventures and start-up publications and events in multicurrency,

allowing for timely and reliable data. Supervised staff of 5.

Identified and implemented cost reduction strategies and enhanced operational procedures and internal controls, resulting in increased profit margins.

Prepared company budgets and cash flows, reducing borrowing requirements.

Implemented revenue recognition techniques and streamlined charge back methods, resulting in large tax savings.

Established and maintained extended terms with creditors, improving cash flow.

Reduced Days Sales Outstanding metric by over 30 days, decreasing bad debt ratios.

Oversaw operations and provided recommendations, contributing to lucrative bottom line.

Unveiled past fraudulent activities, recovering 90% of funds from banks and guilty parties.

Efficiently managed system implementation to ACCPAC for Windows, ensuring smooth continuation of operations.

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Lladró (Disvasa Canada Inc.). - Toronto, Ontario. Apr 1998 – Aug 1999

Lladró is a Spanish company that manufactures high quality porcelain figurines. Canadian operations are dedicated to importing, distribution and customer

service of products. Global revenues of 500M.

Accountant

Successfully assisted in the start-up of Canadian Operations, carried out general accounting functions and prepared and evaluated financial statements by

utilizing strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Developed and implemented internal controls, resulting in less waste and increased profitability.

Managed importing process, reducing duties and freight expenditures.

TMC, The Magic Computer. - Caracas, Venezuela. Aug 1993 – Aug 1995

Wholesaler and retailer of computer equipment, representing several brands in the national market.

Administrative Manager

Excelled in accounting and leadership skills. Successfully managed inventory control, accounts payable accounts receivable and cash flow. Multicurrency

reporting.

Education / Specialized Training:

CMA - Certified Management Accountant. CMA Ontario. 2010

York University/Seneca College. Various accounting related courses. 1997-2007

Bachelor in Public Accounting. Universidad Católica Andrés Bello – Venezuela. 1994

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Professional Publishing Program. Magazines University – Toronto, Ontario. 2004

Computer Skills:

Great Plains/Microsoft Dynamics, Management Reporter, Epicor, PRS, Microsoft Office, ACCPAC for DOS and Windows, AS400, File Maker,

Simply Accounting, QuickBooks.

Languages:

Fluent in English and Spanish

Other Interests:

Sailing, Running, Other Cultures, Reading, Flexibility to Travel

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