E. MICHAEL SANFORD

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OBJECTIVE

To utilize my proven professional abilities with an established organization.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Proficient in a number of computer programs including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Quick Books, Quicken, TCM, Autosoft, Lacerte, Karbon and CFS. Excellent managerial, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, detail oriented, work well under deadline pressure, set and meet goals, highly motivated, disciplined, enjoy challenge and a team player.

EXPERIENCE

November 2020-October 2023

Bookkeeping Manager/Staff Accountant, About Profit/John Tapinis & Associates

Staten Island, NY

Train and assist bookkeeping staff, review and approve bookkeeping entries, enter monthly and annual adjusting journal entries including payroll, depreciation and year end closing, process and e-file sales tax returns, IT-204-LLs and annual property statements, enter profit and loss statements and balance sheets into tax return program, complete workers comp and general liability audits, process 1099s and w2s.

February 2011-October 2020

Office Manager/Comptroller, Thunder Bay Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Alpena, MI

Hire, train, supervise office personnel, review and approve all posted documents for accuracy, process payroll and maintain employee records and benefit payments, reconcile monthly accounts, prepare monthly financial statements, tax reports, tax deposits and tax returns, process month end closing of accounting system, maintain effective cash management system and assist in completion of annual review/audits.

August 2001-February 2011

Administration/Bookkeeper, Werth Development, LLC

Alpena, MI

Complete monthly, quarterly and annual reports to State and Federal Governments, complete information for monthly construction draws and generate contracts and purchase orders for Subcontractors and Suppliers, prove general ledger monthly to ensure current financial outlook, perform all administrative duties including answering phones, mail distribution, filing, accounts payable/receivable and payroll.

May 2000-August 2001

President of Apartment Operations, Rental Management, LLC

Newark, OH

Responsible for overall operations of 18 properties, negotiate contracts, implement new policies and procedures, i.e.: management reports, purchasing, application and lease paperwork, marketing and leasing tools, work closely with owners/investors to ensure maximum marketability of product and improve efficiency while reducing costs.

March 1997-May 2000

Property Manager, Brencor Asset Management

Brentwood, TN

Accounts payable/receivable, thorough bookkeeping, payroll, staff scheduling, maintain monthly inventories, weekly unit inspections, conduct monthly meetings, work with diverse groups of people and vendors.

August 1992-March 1997

Assistant Manager, Arlington Properties

Birmingham, AL

Maintain resident files, accounts receivable, greet and assist prospective tenants, coordinate social events, instructed numerous seminars on selling and leasing strategies, company training center instructor.

EDUCATION

1989-1992

Business Administration, Tuscaloosa, AL, University of Alabama

LICENSES & CERTIFICATES

Notary Public, State of Michigan

Certified Occupancy Specialist, National Center for Housing Management

Accredited Residential Manager, Institute of Real Estate Management

Assisted Housing Manager, National Leased Housing Association

REFERENCES

Personal and Professional references available upon request.

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