Accounting Management Professional

Carmen R. Marik

***** ******* **. ● Canyon Country, CA 91387 ● Ph 323-***-**** ● Email: ******.*****@*****.***

Professional Summary

A “hands-on,” professional with several years’ progressive experience in accounting management for privately

held, entrepreneurial companies (service, distribution, manufacturing, high tech, software development).

Recognized for exceptional organizational skills as well as the ability to analyze and translate both financial and

non-financial data, communicate clearly, and wear many hats. Independent and self-driven, I strive to make a

positive impact on the success of an organization and achieve both personal and professional goals.

Maintain accounting policies, procedures, Benefits administration and renewal (health,

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and systems according to GAAP retirement, paid time off)

Financial statement preparation and analysis Payroll processing (in-house and cloud-

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based)

Book general ledger accruals, amortization,

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depreciation, allocations Coordinate annual review/audit and inventory

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observation with outside CPA

Budgets and forecasting

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Tax reporting to multiple regulatory agencies

Dashboard/KPI Reporting, Ad-hoc analysis •

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(sales tax, payroll tax, property tax, etc.)

Cash management and projection (bank and

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Periodic filings to state and federal agencies

merchant account reconciliation) •

(1099’s, pension plan, etc.)

Manage and perform daily accounting

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Maintain confidentiality and work with all

functions (full cycle A/P and A/R) •

departments

Inventory control, costing and analysis

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Leads by example

Product, project and job cost accounting •

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Highest integrity, ethics, and standards

Profitability reporting by product, project •

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Career History

Controller

H2scan Corporation - Valencia, CA

2014 to 2015

Managed accounting, operations, human resource, and office management functions for a manufacturer of

hydrogen sensors to the gas and utility industry. Responsible for timely month-end closings and financial notes to

the Board of Directors. Provided direction to accounting, purchasing, and warehouse staff to streamline

operations. Created weekly dynamic cash forecast for requirements planning. Revised employee handbook

according to state and federal laws. I reported directly to the CEO.

Controller

DNF Controls - Northridge, CA

2007 to 2014

Managed accounting and operations functions, implemented systems, procedures and policies to improve

business processes for an electronic controller manufacturer to the broadcast television industry. Created realistic

budgets for existing revenue levels with break-even calculations. Created P&L forecast for planned revenue goals

to determine future budget and capital requirements. I was responsible for human resources, payroll, and facility

management. I reported directly to the owner/CEO.

Accomplishments include:

• Implemented a fully integrated, company-wide ERP/CRM accounting and inventory/manufacturing system

• Brought two-years worth of financials up to date within three months of hire

• Maintained bank line of credit during weak economy and increased line over time

• Created dashboard reporting for quick assessment of business status, including cash flow projection

• Added key performance indicators and financial ratios to monthly reporting

• Reduced expenses by implementing electronic invoicing, payments, and payroll

• Worked with sales to determine and manage and streamline production planning requirements

• Corrected bill of materials and established accurate run rates for product lines to maximize productivity and

profitability and minimize waste

• Wrote employee handbook in compliance with federal and state laws and in accordance with management’s

objective and vision

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Carmen R. Marik

29407 Shannon Ct. ● Canyon Country, CA 91387 ● Ph 323-***-**** ● Email: ******.*****@*****.***

Office Manager

TouchTable, Inc. - Pasadena, CA

2006 to 2007

Managed all accounting and general office functions, implemented new processes, procedures and policies for

start up tactile/visualization electronic hardware and software development company. Implemented bill of

materials and cost tracking for new products. Coordinated freight shipments, executive travel, and trade shows.

Established and administered employee benefits program, including health and dental benefits. Responsible for

setting up and maintaining accounting records in QuickBooks accounting software. I reported directly to the CFO.

Accounting Manager

Digital System Technology, Inc. - Irwindale, CA and Norcross, GA

1998 to 2006

Managed and supervised all accounting functions for a broadcast television digital integrator. Closely monitored

financial data and forecasts through dashboard reporting to advise owner on timely action planning. Created and

updated simultaneous job costing schedules and analysis for integration projects up to $15 million. Coordinated

compliant billing for large government project, requiring several supporting schedules and notarization.

Successfully transitioned accounting system from Peachtree to MAS90. I was responsible for in-house payroll,

benefits management, and human resource functions. Brought payroll and hiring processes into compliance.

Kept financials for two corporations and an LLC, requiring inter-company entries and reconciliation. I reported

directly to the Owner.

Accounting Supervisor

Cassette Productions Unlimited (CPU Corp.) - Irvine, CA and Arden, NC

(now CPU2, LLC/Guthy-Renker Fulfillment Services)

1993 to 1998

Supervised a staff of three for an audio/video cassette manufacturer and provider of custom fulfillment services for

the infomercial industry. Played a key role in the implementation of the Solomon software program to ensure

company-specific processes were considered. Maintained fixed asset schedules, filed sales and use tax returns

(multi-state), reconciled large volume merchant account activity. I assisted employees in resolving health

insurance issues with providers and the insurance company. I originally started working for the company in 1985

during school breaks and worked my way up from assembly to shipping/receiving to accounts payable. During a

staffing shortfall, I took over many accounting responsibilities and was promoted to Accounting Supervisor.

Computer Skills

Accounting software packages:

Sage 100 ERP (previously Mas90), Solomon, SBT, Peachtree, and QuickBooks Enterprise

I have been directly involved in 3 accounting system implementations (Solomon, MAS90, Sage 100).

I understand the flow of data within accounting systems as it relates to various types of businesses.

Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel (advanced level), Outlook, PowerPoint

Payroll software applications: Mas90, ADP (TotalSource and others), Intuit Online (cloud-based), QuickBooks

Other programs and applications:

Skype, GoToMyPC, Dropbox, Qbox, Remote Desktop Connection, TightVNC, Shipping Interfaces (UPS, Federal

Express, USPS – domestic and international), Crystal Reports, Adobe Acrobat, IrfanView, website maintenance

(some html knowledge), merchant credit card processing interface

I have a basic understanding of computer networks and have been responsible for ensuring the integrity and

reliability of IT functions (backups, disaster recovery, etc).

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree, 2007, New York Institute of Technology

Management Accounting, Summa Cum Laude

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