Adrienne Charleman
Controller/Accountant
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Experienced, goal-oriented Controller, Accountant and Operational Manager with a demonstrated track record leading to the preparation and analysis of financial reports to summarize and forecast a company’s financial position. Proven expertise in driving efficiency and productivity through evaluation of financial management systems and implementation of process improvements. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Experienced Controller successfully delivering services on contract or project basis to clients in various industries and specialties. Enthusiastic about providing professional support in different environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor - Controller
Multiple
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships throughout multiple locations, with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands or unforeseen challenges within project's scope without compromising results.
Accountant
Comedy Cellar, Inc.
01.2020 - 02.2023
- General Accounting functions, G/L, P& L, A/P, A/R, etc.
- Month End, Year End close, for multiple locations
- Reinvented accounting practices within GAAP required guidelines
- Preparation to launch new technology to improve financial recording, inventory and other operating management tools
- Established and implemented new payroll company and rolled out new time and attendance software
- Sales tax Management
- Audit review and reconciliation's
Temporary Controller
Ess–a-Bagel, Inc
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Reviewed contracts for 3rd party's as well as online shipping and 3rd party delivery services
- Implemented recording systems and controls for online shipping and delivery companies
- Re-designed payroll recording procedures and implemented weekly analysis reports for all locations
- Monthly reconciliations for all banking, cc and outside shipping and delivery companies
- Maintained all Controller General duties
Controller
Barcade, Inc
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Formed and developed teams in Accounting, Payroll, and Human Resources for multiple locations located in multiple states.
- Reinvented accounting practices within GAAP required guidelines
- Established and implemented PCI compliance standards and qualification
- Launched new technology that improved tracking and reducing of operating expenses
- Created and executed new cost management and inventory control systems
- Established and implemented new payroll company and rolled out new time and attendance software
- Managed Sales tax for multiple states and Sales tax audit’s as necessary.
Controller
Atlantic Stars Inc.
01.2012 - 03.2017
- Led and developed teams in Accounting, Payroll, and Human Resources
- Strategically restructured financial reporting processes in accordance with organizational changes and corporation’s needs
- During Hotel Build out - Set up systems to track, analyze and control costs associated with construction project's.
- Maintain construct cost's through Budget analysis and detail review. Maintained certificate and state compliance regarding all construction projects.
- Identified and recommended enhanced daily procedures resulting in reduction of processing time
- Transitioned to Union Properties – Training Team, Making Changes to Payroll & HR as required.
Controller
Marcus Samuelsson Group
03.2011 - 01.2012
- Temporary Controller - Requested to clean and maintain Financials during buildout of their Harlem Location while also maintaining operations for their other 3 locations.
Controller
Gotham City Restaurant Group
02.2008 - 02.2011
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account analytics.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
- Work in conjunction with outside accounting firms to complete internal audit's and GAAP compliance.
Education
MBA - Accounting And Business Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
Elmira College
Elmira, NY05.1986
Skills
Workload Management
Deadline Adherence
Audit reporting
Project Planning
Idea Development and Brainstorming
Analytical Thinking
Client relationship building
Proficient in most accounting software's
Other Skills And Interests
Berkley College Dover Business College, Clifton Campus Clifton NJ 2010-2013
Adjunct Accounting Professor
Facilitated education of curriculum to include teaching Accounting I and Computer Fundamentals
- Conversational Spanish
- CPR Instructor (American Heart Association)
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Dale Carnegie
Management course and follow-up seminars - Health Department Food Protection Course
Certified NY & FL
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Independent Contractor - Controller
Multiple
03.2023 - Current
Accountant
Comedy Cellar, Inc.
01.2020 - 02.2023
Temporary Controller
Ess–a-Bagel, Inc
10.2019 - 02.2020
Controller
Barcade, Inc
01.2017 - 02.2019
Controller
Atlantic Stars Inc.
01.2012 - 03.2017
Controller
Marcus Samuelsson Group
03.2011 - 01.2012
Controller
Gotham City Restaurant Group
02.2008 - 02.2011
MBA - Accounting And Business Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
Elmira College