Catharine M. Utvich, M.B.A.

**** ***** ****** **** ********* FL 32904

Email acztmu@r.postjobfree.com cell 954-***-****

CONTROLLER / ACCOUNTING MANAGER

With comprehensive experience in

ORGANIZATIONAL RE-ENGINEERING ~ TAXATION ~ CASH MANAGEMENT

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT/ANALYSIS ~ STAFF MANAGEMENT ~ SYSTEMS IMPLEMENTATION

REPORTING/DOCUMENTATION ~ BUSINESS ANALYSIS ~ PLANNING/SCHEDULING

INVENTORY MANAGEMENT ~ COST ACCOUNTING ~ GENERAL ACCOUNTING

EARNED VALUE MANAGEMENT~ INTERNAL CONTROLS ~ POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

BUDGET PREPARATION/ADMINISTRATION ~ FIXED ASSETS ~ TIME AND BILLING

PUBLIC ACCOUNTING ~ GAAP ~ HR /PAYROLL ADMINISTRATION

Pro-active and results orientated with broad experience in all aspects of accounting and financial management. Possess demonstrated hands-on management style in the development and implementation of strategies to ensure company growth. Have solid planning and organizational skills in coordinating all aspects of each project from inception through completion. See the big picture and plan appropriate strategies to achieve results. Proven ability to effectively organize, plan and direct multiple assignments efficiently under extreme pressure while meeting tight deadline schedules. Ability to convey complex information in easily understood formats. Strong team builder and mentor to accounting staff to achieve maximum production. Ascertain needs and goals, streamline existing operations and turn around unprofitable functions. Recognized as a strong business leader and trusted advisor to owners, shareholders and executives on financial matters. Team oriented with outstanding interpersonal skills.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / ACCOMPLISHMENTS

AB Diversified Enterprises Inc Plantation, FL

Controller 2011 – present

I was responsible for implementing Sage ERP 500 as the primary reporting function for warehouse, manufacturing, and accounting. Responsibilities include enforcing proper accounting methods, policies and procedures, cash management and producing monthly financial reports for the President and necessary information to auditors and tax accountants.

Successfully implemented Sage ERP 500.

Streamlined reporting by using Excel analysis tools.

Perform monthly closings and consolidated financials for 17 related partnerships and corporations timely.

Bradshaw & Associates, P.A. Fort Lauderdale, FL

Controller 2004 – 2010

Hired by the President to implement new accounting procedures to streamline corporate operations. Brought company on track by providing forecasting, budget analysis; human resource management and collection efforts on existing and new contracts. Successfully established easier, more accurate time and billing methods on projects

Decreased expenses by 20% through successful negotiation with vendors

Increased revenue 300% for three years by billing previously unbilled time on existing contracts and timely billing on new contracts.

Reviewed business insurance coverage, consolidated coverage and saved 25% annually.

Completed all profit sharing plan reporting under ERISA compliance.

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Maus & Hoffman, Inc - Fort Lauderdale, FL:

Controller 2004 – 2009

Overall authority for the financial operation of the multi channel high end apparel organization, budget preparation and administration, accounting, monthly closing, account reconciliation, and journal entry adjustment. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports summarizing and forecasting business activities based on past, present and expected operations for 4 separate business entities in multiple locations. Supervise, lead and support staff of 8.

Successfully implemented a multi channel, multi commerce solution for web, catalog and retail orders

Reduced credit card fees by 50% by successfully negotiating with a new credit card processor

Provide cost saving solutions for web, mail order and point of sale transactions

Recommended additional banking relationship to expand finance options and line of credit increase

Coordinate with independent accountants for yearend review and tax returns

RSM McGladrey, Inc. – Fort Lauderdale, FL

Accountant 1996 - 2004

Performed review, compilation and tax services for clients- both public and private. Industries included professional, legal, medical, health organizations, manufacturing, and not for profits. Prepared tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations, and prepared and reviewed quarterly and annual payroll reports. Prepared sales tax, tangible returns, 10K, 10X, and any other necessary filings for clients to SEC and other reporting agencies. Assisted in audits and reviews, and prepared journal entries

Successfully served as interim controller for clients

Evaluated and implemented accounting systems for clients

EDUCATION / /COMPUTER SKILLS

M.B.A, - Finance & Accounting – University of Miami, Miami, FL

B.A. – Economics & Accounting – Florida International University, Miami, FL

Windows ~ Microsoft Office 2010 ~ Word ~ Excel ~ PowerPoint ~ Access ~ SQL ~ Crystal Reporting

Creative Solutions ~ Depreciation Solutions ~ Peachtree ~ QuickBooks ~ Net Suite ~ MAS90 ~ MAS200~ Sage ERP 500~PeopleSoft ~ AS400 ~ Ecometry ~ Custom Software ~ Great Plains ~ Solomon ~ Sage 50 Gevity Payroll~Paychex~ADP

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