Joseph J LaPorta Jr

** ******** ******, *********** ** 07621

acwf9h@r.postjobfree.com cell 201-***-****

http://www.linkedin.com/in/josephlaporta

CFO

Extensive experienced in public, high-tech and construction accounting. Demonstrated track record of leading the preparation and analysis of GAAP compliant financial statements. Proven expertise in the implementation of best business practices in order to position and guide companies for controlled growth and profitability. Motivated leader directing highly skilled financial management teams to support achievement of overall corporate goals and objectives. Core competencies include:

Accounting Management

Bonding,Insurance & Bkg

Sage Office

Complete cash Mgmt

Audits

Monitor buy-out process

Job Cost Analysis

Work in Process schedule

Work on hand schedule

Masterbuilder

Microsoft Office

Ultra Tax Software

Career Experience

LDM Construction Corp., Wayne NJ 2009 - Present

General Contractor and Construction Managers

Approx.$175M to $200M in Gross Revenue

Title - CFO - Base salary $146K

Worked directly with and provided financial reports for the CEO, Insurance, Banking, outside CPAs and Bonding companies.

Closed financial records on a monthly basis.

Provided and updated project cost analysis and schedules.

Monitor the change order process from inception to approval.

Reviewed for accuracy AIA-monthly billing process.

Analyzed insurance risk management procedures, while increasing coverage.

Conceived purchasing and buyout procedures.

Prepare weekly company cash requirements.

Maintain business relationship with major vendors and customers

Prepare monthly reports such as:

oBalance sheet supporting schedules

oCost of sales by project

oWork in process schedule

oProjected job profitability and cash projected.

oBanking borrowing statement

oP&L statement by company and job.

Maintained and Reconciled Timberline accounting modules. Trained and supported immediate staff and project management in the respective use of Timberline software.

Filed all company tax returns: Sales, payroll, corporate and Motor Fuels.

Twin Towers Enterprises, Maspeth, New York, 2003 –2009

General Contractor

Approx $100M in Gross Revenue

Title – CFO Base Salary $140K

Worked directly with and provided financial reports for the CEO, Insurance, Banking, outside CPAs and Bonding companies.

Closed financial records on a monthly basis.

Provided and updated project cost analysis and schedules.

Improved accuracy and accountability of AIA-Timberline contract billing process.

Analyzed Risk Management procedures, while increasing coverage.

Conceived purchasing and buyout procedures and controls.

Maintained and Reconciled Timberline accounting modules. Trained and supported immediate staff and project management in the respective use of Timberline software.

Filed all company tax returns: Sales, payroll, corporate and Motor Fuels.

NetVersant, New York, 2000 –2003

Specialty Contractor – Voice/Data solutions

Approx. $30M in Gross Sales

Title – Controller Base Salary 90K with stock options

Maintained, monitored and reconciled company’s General Ledger. Prepared and closed company’s month-end accounting records.

Key Achievements:

Instrumental in reducing company’s Accounts Receivable from $5.7 to $1.4 million within one year, thereby reducing borrowing and company’s direct “bottom line,” increase to approximately $ 400,000.

Reclassified General Ledger to provide corporate office with a detailed classified balance sheet

Provided management with monthly project actual vs. budgeted cost analysis.

Consistently met deadlines while demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills to achieve corporate objectives.

Plato General Construction, Long Island City, New York 1992 – 1999

General Contractor/Subcontractor (Stone & Roofing)

Approx. $50M in Gross Sales

Title – Controller – Base Salary $120K

Reported directly to company Owner/President. Supervised accounting staff and provided support to field staff including Project Managers and Field Supervisors.

Key Achievement:

Increased unsecured bank line of credit, from $ 600K to $ 1.2M.

Increased bonding line from $ 3M to $ 15M per project.

Upgraded automated accounting software from Peachtree to Timberline.

Reduced insurance cost such as Workers Comp, NJ

General Liability and Auto.

LaPorta and Michaels, Hewitt, NJ – Partner Jan 1986 – May 1992

Provided tax and accounting services to various small business

and private individuals.

Joseph Hockberg CPAs, Hackensack, NJ – Staff Accountant Sept 1981 - Dec. 1985

Bachelor of Science, Accounting & Finance

William Paterson university of NJ, Wayne, NJ – Graduated in 1981

http://www.linkedin.com/in/josephlaporta

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