Finance Manager
Resume:
HEIDI UTMAN
SACRAMENTO, CA ***** 916-***-**** aduhdo@r.postjobfree.com
Professional Summary
Top-performer and key operations business partner with experience in finance, accounting, and team management. Adept at partnering with business leaders and leading cross-functional collaborative finance and accounting teams that positively impacted operations and enhanced profitability. Track record of mastering major computer applications and juggling complex work assignments. Adapts seamlessly to constantly evolving accounting processes Skills Complex Problem-Solving Skills SOX Compliance Skilled at organizing large amounts of complex data Variance analysis Cost accounting Accurate forecasting and budgeting Pricing and cost escalations Excellent Excel skills Process implementation Budgeting Competitive analysis MS Office
Skills
Effective and Professional Communication
Cash Analysis
Financial Projections
Accounting Procedures Validation
Monthly and Annual Journal Entries
Discrepancy Reconciliation
Journal Entry Preparation
Critical Thinking and Analysis
Business Operations Analysis
Accounting Software Systems
Processing Checks and Invoices
Resource Monitoring
Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
Transaction Recording
Deadline Attainment
Database Maintenance
Budget Forecasting Expertise
File Maintenance
Administrative Oversight
Payroll Preparation
Accounting Terminology
Budgeting and Allocation
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Profit and Loss Accountability
Work and Task Scheduling
Staff Oversight and Leadership
Typing and 10-Key Entry
Capital Expenditures
Paperwork Processing
Accruals
Work History
Accountant 08/2018 to 06/2021
Special District Risk Management Authority – Sacramento, CA
Financial Officer in accomplishing the goals of the business plan established by the Board of Directors
Ensured conformance with established accounting principles and internal controls
Performed accounts receivable functions within established controls including invoice preparation, invoice data imports, and managing collection activities
Prepared journal entries, reconciliations and financial reports
Managed member district, vendor, and general ledger accounts
Assisted in the preparation of miscellaneous and sensitive written correspondence related to accounting and finance
Provided significant assistance to the Finance Manager, including developing year-end closing entries, during the annual financial audit.
Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions.
Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating and cash and banking reconciliations.
Supported monthly reporting analysis to achieve validation of internal reports and to reconcile production operations and general ledger.
Prepared documents, reports and presentations for executives and board members using advanced software proficiencies.
Partnered with auditors on annual audits and realized compliance with governmental tax guidelines.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge on permits, certificates and documents mandatory for government departments.
Followed up with customers to collect specific financial information and verify details for preparation of annual 1095 forms.
Drove client satisfaction by identifying maximum adjustments, deductions and credits.
Field Accountant/Financial AnalystWest 01/2013 to 02/2018
ABM - Facility Services
Performed strategic, broad-impact financial analysis and made recommendations based on that data to assist with increasing efficiencies and lowering operating expenses during mid-month forecasting and monthly close process
Consolidated and prepared monthly financial statements, management reporting, analysis of key business trends, actual versus budget variances and comprehensive executive-level explanations of differences
Assisted during bid process and provided calculations for pricing and cost escalation
Responsible for recruiting, training, supervision and evaluation of accounting staff of 4 directly, 3 indirectly in accounts payable, billing, contract administration, and payroll and administration
Monthly oversight of financial close process, approved journal entries, and analysis of financial reporting to ensure accuracy of financial status for six branch offices across four business lines
Conducted business reviews for under-performing branches
Coordination of annual inventory
Coordinated annual fiscal budget for the Northern California-Sac/Reno Territory
Addressed and resolved non-routine, complex and unexpected variances.
Identified and investigated variances to financial plans and forecasts.
Improved efficiency of data collection, analysis and modeling to enhance practices and increase customer retention.
Enhanced budget administration by reviewing reports, leveraging knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
Performed advanced reviews of business operational trends and expected obligations to prepare accurate forecasts.
Contracts Manager/AdministratorWest 06/2011 to 01/2013
ABM - Facility Services
Managed the contracts department for the Western Region covering California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Canada and Alaska
Responsible for verifying contractual information and completing set up and billing in the financial system
Processed and tracked set ups, changes, escalations, cancellations including Cost Plus, Square Foot, Fixed Fee and One-time work
Handled all fixed fee billings for the region, supported all other billing types- square foot, cost plus and one-time billings
Complex reporting to executive management for three regions, SEC and auditors
Oversaw compliance and approvals for over 6000 contracts
Member of corporate project team for enterprise-wide contract management system, and automated sales tax program.
Tracked contracts for management and issued regular tracking reports covering current status and upcoming milestones.
Supported timely and complete billing by documenting milestones and submitting accurate invoicing paperwork.
Searched for hard-to-find items and found high-quality, reliable vendors.
Operation Accountant 03/2010 to 06/2011
Dominguez Landscape Services
Managed financial bookwork including invoicing and maintaining time and attendance and bi-weekly payroll
Maintained service contracts and construction contracts including progress and service billing and payments
Prepared weekly and monthly reports for municipalities and private service contracts
Prepared bi-weekly payroll, managed inventory, vehicles and equipment, job costing, accounts receivable and special projects as assigned, interpreted job cost reports and assisted with scheduling crews
Created solutions in the areas of inventory, sales reporting, distribution and product upgrades that led to system improvements and streamlined processes
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating and cash and banking reconciliations.
Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth and assets.
Evaluated and improved accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Brought errors to near-zero in reporting, payroll administration and general bookkeeping.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Business Management/Accounting
Trident International University - Los Angeles, CA
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