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Robert A. Pinon

Accounting Professional

ad2bzf@r.postjobfree.com • 915-***-****

LinkedIn • El Paso, TX 79936

Summary

Analytical, results-driven professional equipped with extensive accounting experience in nonprofit organizations (NPOs). Track record of building strong business relationships and streamlining financial and accounting process improvements. Summary

Skilled in leading teams to optimize

productivity and efficiency. Adept at

producing financial plans that align

with short- and long-term

organizational objectives. Strong

financial acumen; expert

communication, organizational, and

team leadership skills.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial Management

• Strategic Planning

• Data Analysis & Integrity

• GAAP Compliance

• Audit Coordination

• Budget Administration

• Fiscal Budgeting Knowledge

• Program Management

• Project Management

• Problem Resolution

• Process Improvement

Education

MBA, Business Administration

University of Phoenix

Santa Teresa, NM

BSB/ACC, Accounting

University of Phoenix

Santa Teresa, NM

Accomplishments

• Reorganized an Accounting Department from modified cash basis to accrual basis, which enhanced transparency of key financial data.

• Streamlined an EHR system, which resulted in more cost-effective billing and collection methods for the organization.

• Led many improvement initiatives, including a worksheet to more efficiently track grants and expenditures, and an upgraded general ledger to effectively track allocations to programs.

Career Experience

Jewish Federation of Greater El Paso, El Paso, TX 2/2019 – Present Comptroller

Oversee end-to-end, company-wide financial operations from budget management to payroll and AP/AR. Analyze departmental documents; distribute and file them appropriately. Complete ad hoc reports and documents for senior team members on a monthly basis.

• Ensured data integrity by verifying accuracy of information.

• Inputted payment, account information, and call logs into Fast Fund system.

• Implemented a cost center system for all programs. Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest, El Paso, TX 8/2017 – 1/2019 Chief Financial Officer

Led the reorganization of the Accounting Department and implemented process improvements to drive efficiency. Oversaw payroll / payroll taxes, personnel file maintenance, and preparation and analysis of financial statements. Produced future financial plans to support long-term organizational objectives.

• Collaborated with CEO to effectively manage budget – monitored expenses and entered budget-related data into computer system.

• Developed benchmarks and performance optimization strategies that advanced organizational objectives.

• Decreased Girl Scout cookie uncollectible to 1% of total sales from 5% the previous year.

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El Paso Diabetes Association, El Paso, TX 10/2015 – 12/2017 Office/Accounting Manager

Assembled and analyzed financial statements and resolved all finance and accounting issues to ensure high customer satisfaction rate. Processed payroll and applicable taxes, updated personnel files, and tracked expenses to maintain adherence to budget.

• Accurately inputted budget data into the computer system and collaborated with the Executive Director concerning budget management.

• Spearheaded the medical billing process, which increased medical collections and revenue by 10%. Genesis PrimeCare, Marshall, TX 12/2014 – 5/2015

Chief Financial Officer

Managed all financial activities and records in compliance with GAAP, OMB Circular A-122, and federal guidelines and regulations. Monitored expenditures and financial reports; executed reports as required. Ensured the organization met legal and contractual requirements to remain in good standing.

• Executed the billing process and handling of Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance payments – communicated with other agencies as needed.

Project Vida Health Center, El Paso, TX 10/2011 – 10/2014 Chief Financial Officer

Instrumental in optimizing financial and accounting operations to aid the health center in achieving sustainable, long-term growth. Direct reports of the CFO for the board increased from one to six during tenure, which improved transparency and helped senior leadership and the board more effectively track the progression and digression of the health center.

• Transitioned the accounting system from a modified cash basis to accrual, and invented an innovative method to reconcile the practice management system to the Sage MIP General Ledger.

• Implemented internal controls for the front desk at the clinics, including surprise cash accounts.

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