Controller, FP&A
Resume:
BARRY S. DUBINSKY, CPA
Lake Worth, FL 33467
SUMMARY
CPA Controller with extensive experience in general accounting, audit leadership, and cost management. Proven ability to streamline month-end close processes and enhance financial reporting accuracy in fast-paced environments. Skilled in partnering with FP&A and mentoring teams to support business growth and operational efficiency. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY, Boca Raton, FL Dec 1990 Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting including fifth year for Florida CPA eligibility WORK EXPERIENCE:
US LBM Present
Regional Controller (Remote)
• Planned, led, and executed accounting standardization and simplification initiatives, enhancing financial statement accuracy, reducing closing time, and improving process efficiency using Advanced Excel and SAP.
• Established standardized and documented procedures to improve accuracy, timeliness, and compliance in general accounting functions.
• Mentored and developed a team of accounting professionals while exercising strong leadership and stakeholder management.
• Oversaw monthly field accounting close, account reconciliations, and internal controls, aligning with best practices for monthly close and audit processes.
US LBM
Accounting Manager (Remote)
• Managed monthly vendor rebate accruals for multiple divisions by collaborating with the supply chain team, market controllers, and division leaders to ensure accurate cost management.
• Directed reporting and analysis regarding inventory, including implementation of a cycle counting program to support cost management initiatives.
• Conducted ad-hoc analysis and reporting for senior management, assisting FP&A with accurate analytical insights. ROSEN MATERIALS
Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (Remote)
• Supported locations by delivering timely and accurate monthly reporting, including P&L and balance sheet oversight, contributing to effective FP&A analysis.
• Prepared monthly customer and vendor rebate accruals that assisted in maintaining robust cost management.
• Facilitated and oversaw the annual planning process to ensure comprehensive financial analysis.
• Provided ad-hoc analysis and reporting for senior management, aligning with FP&A initiatives. CEMEX
Business Analyst, Gypsum and Aggregate Divisions West Palm Beach, FL
• Supported locations by delivering timely and accurate monthly reporting, including P&L and balance sheet oversight, reinforcing core general accounting functions.
• Conducted site assessments with detailed financial and operational reviews to identify cost management opportunities.
• Facilitated and oversaw the annual planning process, enhancing overall financial strategy.
• Prepared ad-hoc analysis and reporting for senior management to support accurate FP&A analysis. OFFICE DEPOT INC.
Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis Delray Beach, FL
• Managed the preparation of a $300M marketing budget and forecasting of expenses across multiple business units, contributing to robust FP&A analysis.
• Coordinated the planning process for the marketing department, effectively communicating corporate planning goals to senior management.
• Consolidated and analyzed all aspects of the marketing plan—including operations, G&A, balance sheet, and capital—ensuring adherence to general accounting functions.
• Created and coordinated annual plan timelines, meetings, and presentations, supporting accurate cost management and monthly close requirements.
• Supervised staff and coordinated workload assignments to provide timely and accurate monthly reporting and processing of marketing expense invoices, including month-end journal entries and account analysis.
• Conducted proactive analysis on operational effectiveness and cost containment opportunities, utilizing Spreadsheet Server and Advanced Excel.
FPL ENERGY
Project Controller Juno Beach, FL
• Performed accounting due diligence for prospective energy project acquisitions, ensuring accurate financial analysis and general accounting oversight.
• Supervised the month-end closing process and financial statement preparation for 10 energy projects, reinforcing audit and general accounting functions.
OCWEN FINANCIAL CORP.
Staff Accountant West Palm Beach, FL
• Prepared all facets of the month-end closing process from journal entries to consolidations, underscoring monthly close expertise.
• Performed general ledger account analysis to ensure accuracy in general accounting functions. TM BUILDING PRODUCTS
Assistant Controller Pompano Beach, FL
• Supervised accounts payable and payroll functions, maintaining robust internal controls within general accounting.
• Performed general ledger account analysis, supporting overall financial accuracy and effective cost management. COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE:
• ERP & Systems: SAP, Spreadsheet Server
• Analytics & Reporting: BIA, BW, Unity Analytical Reporting, Essbase
• Microsoft Tools: Advanced Excel, Access, Microsoft Word CERTIFICATION
• Certified Public Accountant: August 1997, Active license number 30434
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