Ian Lesser
New York, NY 10007 917-***-****
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Experienced operations/financial executive that excels in sales and marketing, financial management, driving operational excellence, and has a demonstrated record of exceeding profitability goals. A champion of strong focus on customer satisfaction and loyalty, well-developed employee relations, motivation, management development and training programs.
Employment Atlas Talent Agency, INC. 2000 – Present
Chief Financial/Operating Officer New York, NY
One of the founders of a commercial talent agency serving Fortune 500 clientele globally with annual revenues of $40 million.
Effectively created and managed all aspects of company’s processes and procedures.
Grew company sales 8-10% annually while reducing operational expenditures by 10&
Managed bi – monthly/year-end payroll procedures, benefits, 401k/profit sharing, and year-end reviews.
Developed well defined job descriptions and evaluations based on specific performance criteria turning the corporate culture from a transaction based organization to a sales driven environment.
Advised and counseled management and employees regarding established HR policies and procedures. Developed new policies and procedures in alignment with company’s mission and philosophy.
Crafted sales representatives’ business development, structuring of accounts, and analysis of monthly/yearly commission figures.
Oversaw annual tax strategies, vendor relations, contracts and compliances.
Analyzed fiscal budget monthly in order to forecast and allocate company expenditures.
Responsible for direct funding, accounts receivable/payables, banking, insurance/bonding, and IT.
Designed and implemented scheduling/accounting software that is centric to our day-to-day operations.
Designed and implemented billing system for entire sales team as well as the collection process for those monies in AR. Fully devised the methodology by which Accounting reconciles our various bank accounts and pays monthly bills.
Extensive experience negotiating and implementing contracts.
Designed and streamlined corporate strategies with other senior management.
Over 10 years of extensive PEO experience
Don Buchwald and Associates. 1997-1999
Assistant to Executives New York, NY
Provided efficient and professional administrative support to the office.
Worked directly with major advertising agencies, network/cable stations, and producers.
Reviewed and analyzed reports, responded to team leader inquiries, planned and scheduled meetings.
Education University of Texas – Austin, Texas Fall 1994 – Spring 1996
BS Program/Double Major Biochemistry/Microbiology. Dean’s List/Honor Society.
Emory University – Atlanta, Georgia Fall 1993 – Spring 1994
BS Program/Double Major Biochemistry/Microbiology. Dean’s List.