professional summary
experience
Merrick, New York 11566
W: *********@*****.***
Debt Management
Financial Forecasting
Risk Assessment
Cost-reduction strategies
Budget Management
skills
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richard
toporek
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Meticulous Controller accomplished in streamlining and monitoring month-end close processes to safeguard assets and data integrity. Excellent command of GAAP and balance verifications. Organized and accomplished accounting leader with [Number] years of industry success. R&B SERVICES INC
January 2020 - Current
Comptroller
Offered strategic financial counsel to management, aiding in pivotal decision-making processes
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Generated comprehensive financial documents, including business reports, forecasts, and statements, to provide insights into the organization's financial health
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Directed a team responsible for preparing financial reports and budgets, ensuring accuracy and compliance
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Implemented cost-saving strategies by scrutinizing financial reports and identifying optimization opportunities
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Stayed abreast of financial market trends to capitalize on profit-maximizing avenues and explore expansion possibilities
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• Upheld regulatory compliance to maintain the organization's financial integrity. GLOBAL DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
January 2016 - January 2020
General Manager/Project Manager
Supervised all facets of retail and commercial construction and design operations, ensuring seamless project execution
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• Negotiated with subcontractors and secured permits to facilitate project commencement
• Managed a diverse workforce and spearheaded the bidding process for new projects
• Oversaw the maintenance and administration of an 16-unit Condo Complex
• Established and managed contracts while maintaining property standards Provided regular reports to the Board of Directors, detailing project progress and financial updates.
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EAST COAST REALTY ADVISORS GROUP
January 2010 - January 2016
General Manager
• Led a team of professionals, addressing tenant concerns and ensuring timely resolutions
• Negotiated lease agreements and vendor contracts to optimize operational efficiency Supervised project development and enhancements, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
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• Evaluated construction projects for quality assurance and compliance
• Coordinated vendor activities, ensuring timely project completion education
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Delivered comprehensive reports to stakeholders, providing insights into operational and financial performance.
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FIRST LINCOLN MORTGAGE CORP
January 2005 - January 2010
Branch Office Manager
Developed and implemented targeted marketing initiatives to bolster loan officer performance
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• Conducted thorough assessments of loan applications and creditworthiness
• Managed loan processing and closing procedures to ensure timely funding. RIT AUTO LEASING GROUP / ROYAL ACCEPTANCE CORP
January 1990 - January 2005
COO/CFO
Orchestrated daily operations for two full-service Automobile & Equipment Leasing companies, spanning multiple locations nationwide
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• Formulated and refined company policies and procedures to optimize efficiency Evaluated and approved consumer and corporate credit applications, mitigating financial risk
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Managed a portfolio exceeding $37 million, overseeing asset disposal and financial reporting
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Led collection efforts, negotiated with legal representatives, and managed litigation proceedings
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• Forged strategic partnerships with funding sources to streamline vehicle financing processes
• Prepared and reviewed financial statements for regulatory compliance and SEC filings. Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Law
Queens College
English - Fluent