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Alfredo R. Pacheco
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Accomplished professional with a successful track record in management of Finance and Operations in both the public and private sector. Experienced in leading multiple departments simultaneously through efficient and effective operations, while providing exceptional service to the organization and the community.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Controller
Las Cruces Public Schools
Las Cruces, NM
11.2023 - Current
- Serves as the immediate backup to the Executive Director of Finance
- Assists and advises the Chief Finance Officer and Executive Director of Fiinance regarding the processing of Payroll and Disbursements and ensures compliance with all federal and state reporting
- Supervises and evaluate assigned Finance department personnel and ensure compliance with Finance office operation procedures
- Manages staff through proper delegation and work supervision to provide appropriate levels of service and resources
- Coordinates and manages various projects, monitors work, evaluates performance, trains, counsels, coaches, and instructs employees to meet established goals and objectives
- Ensures staff adhere to established policies and procedures to remain compliant with local, state, and federal regulations
Deputy Director of Finance
City of Las Cruces
04.2019 - 10.2023
- Provide financial leadership and oversight to Purchasing, Disbursements, Treasury and Grants programs
- Ensure that all procurement activities and related contracts conform to the City of Las Cruces Procurement Code
- Ensure the procurement of the most cost-effective goods, materials and services from qualified and responsive vendors
- Oversee the preparation and evaluation of bid proposals and requests for proposal
- Serve as the staff coordinator and advisor for Selection Advisory Committee
- Review and present items to the Las Cruces City Council
- Manage the investment of funds in compliance with the investment policy
- Manage banking relationships and cash management policy to ensure appropriate segregation of processes and activities
- Consult with outside consultants and advisors related to debt management
- Evaluate gross receipt tax and invest as appropriate
- Develop, implement, and administer codes, policies, and procedures
- Present financial reports, analysis and policies to management and various committees
- Ensure the proper submission of all federal, state and local required reports
- Oversee and assist personnel in the submission of grant requests, legislative appropriations, and capital outlay funding
- Review existing and implement new City Manager Policies and Standards of Operations
- Implement training plan for all City Departments as it relates to Financial Services as it pertains to the City Strategic Plan
- Interim Purchasing Manager & Treasurer
Controller
Gila Regional Medical Center
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Responsible for monthly closeout, cash management, financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, and providing required information for audit and cost report
- Managed General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Decision Support functions
- Responsible for contractual/reserve determinations for hospital and employed physician practices
- Prepared all financial and statistical reporting for the hospital
- Responsible for the Finance Department to include strategic and operational oversight and direction and mentorship of personnel
- Prepared the operational and capital budgets for the hospital which includes presentation to the Board of Trustees
- Responsible for long-term financial planning for both operations and capital planning purposes
- Responsible for financial analysis for new hospital services and service lines
- Provided internal controls, processes, policies and procedures for the Finance Department
- Corrected multiple incorrect Finance department practices as identified in previous audits
- Implemented and managed bi-annual inventory for facility
Public Works Director
Mescalero Apache Tribe
06.2011 - 06.2017
- Responsible for the operations of the 14 water systems, various wastewater systems solid waste removal, repair and maintenance of the public roads and transportation system
- Served as liaison to regulatory, funding and cooperative agencies such as Bureau of Indian Affairs, New Mexico Department of Transportation, Indian Health Services, Environmental Protection Agency and Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Coordinated services with Inn of the Mountain Gods, Mescalero Public Schools, Mescalero Apache Telecommunications and Mescalero Apache Housing Authority
- Responsible for planning, design, and construction management of road, bridge and utility projects on the Mescalero Apache Indian Reservation
- Presented progress and activity reports associated with departmental and construction projects to Administration and Tribal Council
- Oversight of bid and requests for proposal for construction projects and adherence to all procurement regulations and procedures
- Performed public outreach informing residents of the existing condition of the water, wastewater and transportation systems and identified community needs
- Responsible for creating budgets for each project and monitoring work completed against the budget through completion
- Responsible for development of the program requirements and scope of work for all projects
- Provided technical and professional advice to leadership, general counsel, and Tribal programs as requested on planning, design, construction, and construction management
Controller/Director of Financial Services
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
Alamogordo, NM
04.2002 - 04.2011
- Responsible for preparation of hospital, employed physician practice & consolidated financial statements
- Managed General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Decision Support and Registration functions
- Responsible for fiscal year-end audit & mid-year financial operations review
- Responsible for preparation of monthly Finance Committee board packet including trend data, statistics & financial ratios
- Reviewed joint venture financial statements and incorporate into consolidated financial statements
- Presented monthly financial packet to Board of Directors Finance Committee
- Reviewed and analyzed contracts including insurance, physician and vendor contracts
- Prepared and managed physician income guarantees
- Responsible for labor productivity system oversight
- Prepared annual hospital budget & assisted Chief Financial Officer in implementation
- Served as chairman of the revenue cycle committee
- Served as a leader in hospital customer service initiative including the establishment of organizational standards of conduct
Business Manager – Home Health/Hospice
Lovelace Health Systems
Albuquerque, NM
03.1999 - 04.2002
Chief Financial Officer
Quantum Homecare, L.C.
El Paso, TX
11.2000 - 09.2001
Accountant/Consultant
Peterschmidt & Associates, LLC
Albuquerque, NM
10.1996 - 02.1999
Accountant
El Paso County Auditor’s Office
El Paso, TX
05.1996 - 10.1996
Education
Bachelor of Accountancy -
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05-1996
Skills
- Tyler Visions - Munis – SharePoint – iCompass – OpenGov – NeoGov
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel – Word – Power Point – Outlook - Teams
Timeline
Associate Controller
Las Cruces Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
Deputy Director of Finance
City of Las Cruces
04.2019 - 10.2023
Controller
Gila Regional Medical Center
10.2017 - 04.2019
Public Works Director
Mescalero Apache Tribe
06.2011 - 06.2017
Controller/Director of Financial Services
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
04.2002 - 04.2011
Chief Financial Officer
Quantum Homecare, L.C.
11.2000 - 09.2001
Business Manager – Home Health/Hospice
Lovelace Health Systems
03.1999 - 04.2002
Accountant/Consultant
Peterschmidt & Associates, LLC
10.1996 - 02.1999
Accountant
El Paso County Auditor’s Office
05.1996 - 10.1996
Bachelor of Accountancy -
New Mexico State University