ADAM J. GOLDBERG

* **** *****

Plainview, NY ****3

H: 516-***-**** acxr1e@r.postjobfree.com C: 917-***-****

SUMMARY

Detail oriented Accounting Professional with strong background in all business accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, monthly and annual reports, reconciliations, sales commission calculations and ad-hoc reports.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SANTANDER BANK, USA, New York, NY

Commercial Real Estate Accountant III (October 2013-Present)

Reconcile and analyze daily FNMA and CRE loan payments for the banks portfolio. Reconcile daily positive and negative escrow accounts and ensure their funding amounts are applied correctly to the loans. Update the daily new business report that provides the firm’s financial exposure. Reconcile the daily Principal and Interest report and ensure that variance analysis is performed. Prepare the daily payoffs report that updates the banks financial position. Prepare month end reconciliations between the banks sub-ledger and general ledger. Provide loan analysis for the banks Portfolio Managers that ensures correct adjustments were made to each loan. Prepare and post journal entries to the banks G/L system. Responsible for research, reconciliation and resolution of G/L loan items. Assist and perform SOX compliance testing. Completed AML, BSA, and KYC Compliance Tests for the consumer and community banking groups in compliance with the Global monitoring and testing standards. Provide Ad hoc reporting and analysis on various loans for the portfolio managers and commercial real estate team. Improve process efficiencies and liaison with IT on system enhancement projects.

JG ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVICES, Cliffside Park, NJ

Senior Accountant, (March 2009 – October 2013)

Reconciled and analyzed the General Ledger, Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payables. Performed data analysis and reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts. Prepared and entered monthly journal entries in accordance with company policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual Financial Reports (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow). Prepared monthly bank reconciliations. Assisted with tax computations and preparation of returns such as forms 1120,1065,1040’s. Also, prepared quarterly Federal Tax-941, NYS-45, NYS Sales Tax forms and annual 1099 filings. Prepare reconciliations from IFRS to other accounting basis. Helped clients with budgetary planning and analysis for the year. Prepared month-end and year-end financial closings. Provided general accounting support to all levels of management and prepared various Ad-hoc reports and analysis requested by operating groups. Reviewed existing processes and procedures for accuracy and compliance with current work requirements.

JP MORGAN CHASE INC., New York, NY

Derivatives Controller, Investment Banking Operations (Nov 2008 – Feb 2009) Consultant

Assisted in the daily production and reporting of trader P&L for the Structured Equity desk. Reconciled P&L breaks between Front office trading systems and the Bank’s General Ledger. Ensured that daily P&L discrepancies were reviewed and resolved with the appropriate areas along with adequate documentation. Involved in the month-end accounting process including the submission of adjusting entries (price, trade breaks, interest accruals, MTM adjustments) for the general ledger and balance sheet tie-outs. Prepared and maintained schedules of analysis on individual portfolio trades. Performed monthly Balance Sheet Substantiation. Assisted and performed SOX compliance testing. Distributed end of day reports showing the desks P&L along with an explanation of market movement.

BANK OF MONTREAL INC., New York, NY

Equity Product Controller, Capital Markets Group (June 2008 – Nov 2008) Consultant

Reconciled daily P&L and Sales Commissions reports for the Equity desk. Calculated P&L using in-house systems and validated it daily with the trading desk. Prepared reconciliation reports to break down the profit and loss on the account and book level to ensure accuracy. Provided daily P&L explanations for market movements. Researched and reviewed trade discrepancies between the desk and back office systems. Worked closely with Financial Accounting to ensure complete reconciliation of P&L to the General Ledger and compliance with reporting standards. Maintained a consistent and effective line of communication with the trading desk relating to P&L reporting issues. Prepared monthly Balance Sheet substantiation analysis. Produced ad hoc requests from the trading desk and from upper management.

ADAM J. GOLDBERG

9 Saul Place

Plainview, NY 11803

H: 516-***-**** acxr1e@r.postjobfree.com C: 917-***-****

BEAR STEARNS INC., New York, NY (September 2000 – December 2007)

Business Unit Controller, Fixed Income Controller Group

Reconciled daily P&L reports for the corporate, high yield, emerging market and fixed income trading desks. This includes understanding what influences the value of products and the market drivers behind the P&L. Calculated and tracked daily P&L numbers for numerous portfolios using internal databases. Reviewed and resolved any P&L discrepancies between the Trading desk and back office. Ensured that daily P&L was completed in an accurate and timely manner. Developed a close working relationship with the respective trading personnel while maintaining strong internal control mechanisms. Reviewed cost to carry amounts and analyzed interest payments for variances. Reconciled daily Swap schedules and equity accounts for the Trading desk. Posted G/L entries to the firm’s trading accounts. Prepared month end commentary to explain market performance and P&L generated during the month. Recorded principal income and direct expenses in the General Ledger. Reconciled MTD and YTD P&L per General Ledger to P&L reported in MRS via the BKRP system. Prepared month end commentary to explain market performance and P&L generated during the month. Performed Balance sheet reconciliations that summarized ADP Inventory values and the Trading system inventory values.

Received recognition from senior management for completing timely and accurate month-end closings and preparing monthly reconciliation reports.

Streamlined reporting requirements by collaborating with IT to develop improved reporting processes and databases.

Enhanced management reporting by working in close partnership with the Trading desk to resolve discrepancies, answer inquiries and produce ad hoc reports.

Trained new employees on daily P&L reporting processes and evaluated their performance at year end.

PRUDENTIAL SECURITIES INC., New York, NY 1993 – 2000

Product Controller, Capital Markets Group (February 1995 – September 2000)

Reconciled daily P&L and Commission adjustments for the Corporate, High Yield, Municipal and Preferred Trading Desks. Accurately processed General Ledger entries to the firm’s trading accounts. Adjusted P&L and Commission variances between the firm’s inventory and the Traders estimates. Prepared month-end reports to ensure accuracy. Interfaced with Traders on a daily basis to adjust any discrepancies found within trading accounts.

Claims Analyst, Direct Investment (April 1994 – February 1995)

Analyzed and adjusted limited partnership discrepancies. Determined accuracy of claims sent by clients. Collaborated with attorneys on portfolio data received from clients.

Tax Reporting Representative (December 1993 – April 1994)

Reconciled client accounts subject to IRS reporting. Reviewed customer 1099 statements for accuracy.

SMITH BARNEY INC., New York, NY 1990 – 1993

Income Reporting Research Analyst (June 1991 – August 1993)

Uncovered and corrected inconsistencies in tax form 1099 processing. Reviewed firm accounts to ensure compliance with IRS regulations. Increased customer satisfaction by researching and rectifying incorrect posting of customers’ accounts.

Transfer Agent – ACATS (June 1990 – June 1991)

EDUCATION

MBA, Accounting, Tobin School of Business, St. John’s University, Jamaica, NY 2001

BS, Business Management and Finance, Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, NY 1989

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Bloomberg Financial, PowerPoint

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