JOSEPH W.
KRUSZEWSKI
Mamaroneck, NY *****
adwf60@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Corporate Controller, Chief Financial Officer, Accounting Consultant, Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant
Detail-oriented and diligent accounting professional with solid record managing finances for Small Business organizations. Organize and oversee effective financial controls based on expertise, changing laws and market trends. Keep businesses compliant and records accurate with consistent accounting oversight.
SKILLS
Records maintenance
Records review
Budget preparation
Report preparation
Compliance reporting
Statement review
Fraud identification
Audit support
Controls investigation
Audit planning
General ledger accounting
Journal entry preparation
EXPERIENCE
Corporate Controller, Chief Financial Officer, Accounting Consultant, Accounting Manager
Local Small Businesses Metro New York, NY
March 2006 - Current
Forecasted market needs and requirements using historical data and trends.
Financial Statements, Taxation, Cash Flow, Budgeting, Payroll, Accounts Receivable & Payables, Inventory Calculations, Audit Preparation, Bank Relations, Benefits & Insurance Administration, Year End Close, General Ledger, Account Analysis, Financial Analysis. Fixed Asset Maintenance.
Reconciling the company's bank statements and bookkeeping ledgers.
Completing analysis of the employee expenditures.
Managing income and expenditure accounts.
Generating the company's financial reports using income and expenditure data.
Keeping a check on the company's finances based on financial status.
Filing and remitting taxes and other financial obligations.
Initiating and managing financial and accounting software used by the company.
Experience with accounting software and data entry.
Excellent understanding of accounting rules and procedures including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Advanced knowledge and experience of spreadsheets. Ability to work independently. Analytical skills
Performed accounting and financial functions for a diverse clientele.
Ensured the accuracy and integrity of all financial transactions.
Handled accounts receivable, accounts payable, and financial reporting tasks.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
Helped various clients with tax and operational issues.
Compiled and processed tax statements and liabilities to settle financial obligations.
Promoted state and federal compliance by revamping procedures and processes.
Audited financial activities after preliminary reviews and planning.
Recommended financial management practices to reduce tax liabilities and improve resource utilization.
Detected ineffective controls, fraud and waste with targeted investigations.
Recommended changes, highlighting asset utilization and audit results.
Reduced financial losses, applying fiscal controls and policies.
Improved organization's fiscal stability, introducing new accounting controls.
Determined insurance premiums, auditing payroll and personnel records.
Appraised management on financial matters with reports.
Set audit investigation scopes for different establishments.
Improved decision-making with real-time data streaming and analysis.
Tracked assets and liabilities through regular account statement reviews.
Inspected accounting books and systems thoroughly to identify errors.
Streamlined accounting processes to simplify invoice and payroll entry.
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) – Controllership
St. John's University, Jamacia, NY
Bachelor of Business Administration - Economics
St. John's University, Jamacia, NY
fORMER