Senior Accountant

JOSEPH BUFFAMANTE

** ********* ***., ***. ** West Harrison, NY 10604 914-***-**** *******@*********.***

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Forecasting / Budgeting / Activity-Based Costing / Financial Analysis and Reporting / IS

Internal Controls / Due Diligence / Cost Containment / Banking Relations / Tax Preparation

Thriving on new challenges and out-of-the-box thinking, I am a financial specialist who has designed and implemented accounting and control systems that served as the bedrock for strong fiscal planning, organizational resource tracking and executive decision-making.

Recognized for transforming raw numbers into actionable information, I have achieved my success story with both small and large companies. Adept at project management and process improvement, my expertise spans job costing, general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations and state-of-the-art information systems.

 Analyzing and preparing financial statements, including assessments of financial position

 Performing month-end reconciliations and ad hoc reporting and analysis

 Ensuring compliance with applicable policies, contracts and regulations

 Evaluating business transactions and applying proper accounting treatment

 Providing accurate and timely completion of accounting records and financial reports

My credentials include a BS in Accounting, minor in Computer Information Systems, from Manhattan College. I have been described by colleagues as a logical thinker and troubleshooter, able to find resolution to some of the most complex issues. I am well suited to play a number of roles within an organization.

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Identifying and correcting critical discrepancy on general ledger. Updating the general ledger at Feola, recognized that large project had been erroneously classified as private contract, not commercial. Reclassified project, enabling Feola to accumulate over $10K in realized gains.

Delivering on accounting and reporting needs. Hedge fund client of SS&C had tight time restriction on investor reporting that conflicted with dates given to SS&C for their monthly closing reports. Implemented modifications within SS&C, enabling quicker preparation of information. Resolved fund managers conflict and extended contract.

Correcting inaccuracy, enabling budget reduction. Discovered that budget allocated to project at Feola Electric was high for a particular month. Researched reason and discovered a number of materials and equipment were being overstated. Corrected problem, bringing budget down considerably and opening funds for other use.

Providing details of financial reports and saving client. New client of GlobeOp Financial was not happy with the month-end financial reports being produced. Explained, in detail, the various components of his month-end package and other services rendered. Successfully retained client and became lead administrator of the account.

CAREER HISTORY

Budget Accountant, Feola Electric, Since January 2009. Prepare budget costs and calculations for private electric installation company. Perform cost accounting for materials, labor and equipment, as well as all job related cost accounting for projects. Handle general ledger entries, including accounts receivable and payable. Manage tax preparation and statements.

Fund Accountant, SS&C Technologies, 2007 to 2009. Financial software and services company. Generated monthly financial statements for multiple hedge fund clients. Analyzed trends and strategies used by trading clients to forecast future P&L numbers. Performed due diligence research on various investment firms and hedge funds including analyzing past financial statements to help determine future earning potential.

Fund Accountant, GlobeOp Financial Services, 2005 to 2006. Analyzed and handled finances for hedge fund clients. Produced month-end reconciliations for all trades including equity, option, swap and repurchase activity. Worked with brokers at Deutsche Bank, Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs to ensure all positions for the hedge fund match at month-end.

Other Experience: Accountant / Cash Management Advisor, Wexford Capital Management. Senior Accountant, Sheridan Asset Management.

Additional Information: Numerous community and charitable activities including volunteer at White Plains Hospital, Mount Pleasant Youth Association, Rosary Hill Nursing Home and Youth Leadership Conference.

JOSEPH BUFFAMANTE *******@*********.***

34 Underhill Ave., Apt. 2B West Harrison, NY 10604 914-***-****

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As a precise and detail-oriented Accountant, I have formulated and implemented systems, controls and assessments that served as the bedrock for strong fiscal planning and executive decision-making.

I offer expertise in forecasting, budgeting, activity-based costing, due diligence, cost containment, tax preparation and information systems. My record includes resolving complex reconciliation issues, eliminating general ledger discrepancies and ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial statements.

Currently in the beginning stages of my career, I have quickly built a reputation for taking on the tough assignments and seeing them through to successful completion. I am a logical thinker, with an ability to uncover, analyze and develop solutions.

When discovering a discrepancy on the general ledger of my current employer, a small electrical services company, I corrected the error and enabled the accumulation of over $10K in realized gains. For another firm, I uncovered the overvaluing of materials for a project, opening up funds for use elsewhere.

I have a BS in Accounting, minor in Computer Information Systems, from Manhattan College. My goal is to bring my expertise to an organization committed to growth, profit and excellence in ongoing daily operations.

If I am contacting you at an appropriate time and opportunities exist, I can be reached at 914-***-**** during regular business hours. You can also view my resume at http://joebuffamante.resumeconnect.com.

Sincerely,

Joseph Buffamante

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