Project Management Data Analytics

Thomas J. Rallo, CPA

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Phone: 432-***-**** Email: *******@*****.***

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An accomplished and talented certified accounting professional with a comprehensive background in leadership, driving others toward excellence and attaining business goals. A mentor to peers and colleagues who achieved goals and delivered their personal best to provide optimal results. Engages in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and process improvement. Thrives in fast-paced business environments and welcomes the opportunity to self-manage through innate problem-solving/critical-thinking skills and a positive attitude. Establishes, cultivates, and manages productive relationships.

Skill: • GAAP Accounting • Statutory Accounting • Business Process Automation / Process Improvement • Regulatory Compliance • Actuarial Science • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)Systems • Revenue Recognition • Taxation • Strategic Analysis • Data Analytics • Budgeting • Projections / Forecasts • Implementation / System Conversions • Treasury Management • Investment Management • Project Management • Leadership • Problem Solving • Out-Side-The-Box Thinker • Negotiations / Contracts

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BRAINJUICE, LLC – Austin, TX – Remote 2021 – Present

Director of Accounting

Led the successful implementation of the NetSuite ERP system.

Ensured compliance with GAAP standards for reissuing financial statements dating back to the company's inception in 2012.

Developed and implemented new policies and procedures to enhance internal controls.

Utilized data analytics to optimize the cost of goods sold (COGS) and drive cost reduction initiatives.

NEXUS PROGRAM MANAGEMENT GROUP, LLC, Addison, TX & Greenville, SC – Remote 2021 – 2023

Director of Accounting & Finance

Successfully implemented Sage-Impact, overseeing consolidations, project management, and multi-currency functions.

Led multiple consolidations within a 10-company hierarchy, executing currency conversions with precision.

Expertly managed the conversion from a Cash Basis to a GAAP set of books, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Developed and implemented a payroll allocation system by Project, Task, and Revenue Type, managing a complex matrix of 20+ projects, 40+ tasks, and 4 revenue types.

PERMIACARE (Permian Basin Community Centers MHMR), Midland, TX 2021 – 2021

Controller

Led financial operations for a non-profit, government-funded behavioral and developmental health and wellness organization.

Revised and optimized the monthly close process to meet regulatory requirements.

Successfully transitioned Accounts Receivable from a manual external system to an internal accounting system.

Assumed CFO responsibilities in the absence of an outgoing executive to ensure the timely completion of all tasks.

JW POWERLINE CONSTRUCTION, MIDLAND, TX 2020 – 2021

Consulting Controller

Conducted a thorough analysis of the accounting department procedures to implement efficiencies in a multi-faceted electrical construction company.

Implemented ASC 842 Lease Accounting to comply with GAAP standards.

Redesigned Job Number, Work Order Number, and PO Number scheme to facilitate a link between items.

Review close procedures to evaluate if efficiencies can reduce closing time to issue financial statements.

CATALYST ENERGY SERVICES, LLC, MIDLAND, TX 2019 – 2020

Corporate Controller

Reorganized and established procedures in the accounting department to adhere to GAAP standards for a private equity-owned start-up in the oil & gas fracking service industry.

Transformed the General Ledger to align with GAAP basis standards for accurate financial reporting.

Orchestrated and oversaw the transformation of the General Ledger to meet the specific needs of the company and industry.

Implemented a company reporting structure to enable in-depth analysis and support informed decision-making efforts.

PACIFIC FINANCIAL ASSOCIATION, INC., PHOENIX, AZ 2017 – 2018

Interim CFO / Controller

Established an accounting department and procedures to implement GAAP standards where none existed previously for a family-owned business moving towards a corporate business environment.

Orchestrated conversion from Cash to GAAP basis G/L and Financial Statements

Managed and coordinated General Ledger transformation to align with company and industry requirements.

Established company reporting structure to enhance analysis for informed decision-making.

BERKLEY REGIONAL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 2014 – 2017

Controller (Acting CFO – 2015 to 2017)

Oversaw all GAAP and Statutory accounting functions for a surplus-lines insurance company

Produced SEC reports for the parent company, WR Berkley Corporation

Implemented and oversaw a corporate treasury management system for nine bank accounts.

Automated and managed complete GAAP & STAT monthly/quarterly/annual close processes

Analyzed and prepared tax information for corporate tax consolidation

OXFORD LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, PHOENIX, AZ 2011 – 2013

Controller & Assistant Treasurer

Fulfilled all GAAP and Statutory accounting functions for five life insurance entities, ensuring SEC reporting requirements were included in the parent (Amerco/U-Haul) company’s filings.

Implemented Microsoft Dynamics Business Essentials and trained colleagues on the system.

Implementation of ASU 2010-26 Acquisition Costs for all life insurance entities

Instituted FAS 109 (Deferred Taxes) balance sheets for individual and consolidated companies.

SELF-EMPLOYED CONTRACTOR, RICHMOND, VA 2010 – 2011

Financial & Information Technology Consultant

Managed Mortgage Investment Reporting units’ GAAP (10Q/K) & Statutory (Annual Statement) reporting requirements for Property & Casualty (P&C), Life, and Supplemental Insurance companies.

Reviewed and analyzed local agent information, shadowing them to understand day-to-day operations.

Optimized efficiency by automating the client’s Investment Reporting Group functions.

Automated client’s Journal Entries from web-based application data to general ledger (G/L).

Developed reports for client managers to evaluate agents and business performance.

Developed reports for client managers to evaluate agents & business.

Collaborated with clients, including MetLife, Inc., Robert Half, Axis/AXA Insurance, and AFLAC.

GE FINANCIAL ASSURANCE/GENWORTH FINANCIAL, INC., RICHMOND, VA 2003 – 2010

Director of Federal Tax 2006 – 2010

Directed income tax compliance and provision teams for a dynamic financial services company.

Implemented income tax strategies in alignment with Company policies to minimize tax expenses and risk.

Spearheaded FAS-109 and SSAP-10 annual PTR adjustments with roll-forward of DTAs & DTLs

Oversaw Year-end & Quarterly close, tax provision accounting, and SEC reporting.

Achieved over 2,400 work hours saved by automating the tax return process.

Served as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Fixed Assets, Intangibles, Debt Issuance Costs, Goodwill, and Accruals

Manager of Accounting & Reporting 2003 – 2006

Led accounting and reporting operations for 8 P&C and 3 Life insurance companies.

Contributed to IPO filing and SEC reporting processes.

Supervised the largest US reinsurance transaction in anticipation of the IPO.

Orchestrated the sale of P&C companies to AIG.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Florida - Active

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CREDENTIALS

University of Miami, - Coral Gables, Florida

Bachelor of Business Administration: Major – Accounting; Minor – Economics, 1986

Bachelor of Science: Major – Computer Systems Analysis; Minor – Statistics, 1986

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