Accounting Manager Accountant

RAFAEL G. MARTORELL

Phone: 787-***-**** Email: ********@*****.***

Professional Profile

Licensed Public Accountant with ten years of experience developing and implementing financial systems, strategies, processes and controls. Exceptional understanding of a variety of business methods, including planning, organization, and financial analyzing. Expert analyzing existing operations and implementing effective systems, strategies, and processes to improve organizational performance and profitability. Well organized, critical thinker, decision-maker, analytical, and excellent problems solving skills. Leader with excellent communication skills, strong ability to work with all levels of management and able to motivate teams. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Peachtree, QuickBooks Certified User, Microsoft Dynamics GP and Internet. Fully bilingual English and Spanish.

Professional Experience

STATETRUST CAPITAL, Boca Raton, Florida

Accounting Manager 2019-present

Full maintenance of the company general ledger, chart of accounts, and all financial records for six different companies.

Prepare, post, and approve balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries

Company financial reporting including the preparation of regular financial statements, necessary corporate filings, and specialized management reports

Reviewed and presented financial reports with upper management in a clear and concise manner

Prepared documentation for annual external audits and collaborate effectively, reducing auditing period length while ensuring absence of discrepancies

Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close process

Manage day-to-day accounting department operations for multiple entities

FREEDMAN COMPANY, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Accounting 2018 – 2019

Provide professional accounting services for individuals, business and government clients, from tax preparation to audit support, financial statement preparation, pro forma budgeting, GL accounting and bank reconciliation.

WHR HOLDINGS, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

CONTROLLER 2014 – 2018

Responsible for supervising, monitoring, and managing finance and accounting departments. Prepared balance sheet, cost proposals, budget, and financial statements. Reviewed and improved payroll processing and general ledger posting methods. Oversee accounts payables and fetching maximum discounts as possible. Prepared forecasts and analyzing financial aspects of labor cost and production. Developed proper channel for presenting income and expense reports. Monitored cash flowing in and out of the company and forecasting future financial trends identifying and reviewing projects posing threat for the integrity and longevity of the company. Monitored monthly journal entries, and preparation of income tax filing report.

Accomplishments:

Built a finely tuned accounting department, fostering a collaborative environment that improved productivity eliminating second shift, and individual accountability.

Improved G/L, financial systems, reports and schedules to develop forecast precision and standardize reporting procedures.

Modernized operations and improved overall processes and controls by establishing policies and procedures for all accounting and operational functions.

INVERSIONES CESAR CASTILLO, San Juan, Puerto Rico

FINANCIAL CONSULTANT 2011 – 2014

Set up procedures for A/P processing, A/R collections, and payroll. Maintained all facets of the accounting cycle, financial statements, general ledger, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and keeping an overall accurate audit, including year-end audits, budgets, and special projects. Analyzed trends and areas for cost improvements. Assisted in cash flow management including cash requirements, reviewed postings to the GL for accuracy, timeliness and prepared monthly and on-demand financial statements for senior management.

Accomplishments:

Improved benefits, cash flow and decreased company and employee costs up to 40% by evaluating various service contracts, purchase discounts, and implementing changes.

Increased net operating results by $500,000.

SERVICES AND SOLUTIONS, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Controller 2010 – 2011

Performed A/P & A/R functions including purchase order entry and inventory accounting. Processed monthly accruals, prepared checks, production documentation, schedules and reconciled bank statements. Assisted in cash flow management, reviewed postings to the GL for accuracy and timeliness. Prepared monthly and on-demand financial statements for senior management, issue customer credits and recorded vendor invoices into the Accounting System. Processed disbursements and resolved vendor billing discrepancies.

Accomplishments:

Improved the accounting department, fostering a collaborative environment that improved productivity, individual accountability and team compromise.

AVALON PARK ACCOUNTING, Orlando, Florida

Senior Accountant 2008 – 2009

Prepared corporate and individual income tax returns. Supported budget and forecasting activities. Collaborated with other Finance Department team members to support overall department goals and objectives. Monitored and analyzed department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Responded to inquiries from the Finance Director, Controller and other finance and firm managers regarding financial results, and special reporting requests.

Accomplishments:

Improved G/L, financial systems, reports and schedules.

Assisted in development and implementation of new procedures; supported CPA owner with special projects and workflow process improvements.

Education

Polytechnic University, Hato Rey, Puerto Rico

Bachelor in Business Administration, Mayor in Accounting

Certification

Certified Public Accountant: Puerto Rico (2010) & Florida (2017)

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