Analytical, organized and detail-oriented accountant with GAAP expertise and more than 35 years’ experience in the full spectrum of accounting. Collaborative team player with a track record of delivering the highest quality strategic solutions to resolve challenges.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
GENERAL MANAGER/CONTROLLER
Tucson Greyhound Park
Tucson, Arizona
08.2016 - Current
Managed Tucson Greyhound Park, an enterprise that has been open for 78 years
Supervised 38 employees in various departments before the Pandemic and then 28 after a 3-month shut down
Handled all accounting areas and worked with the State of Arizona Department of Gaming and Department of Liquor ensuring compliance with all state and Federal Laws
Handled all contracts and agreements with vendors and oversaw onsite information technology equipment
Made sure we were in compliance with all Human Resource laws
Was the local interface for the track owners in Florida.
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
Controller
Tucson Greyhound Park, Inc.
Tucson, Ariz
08.2008 - 08.2016
Oversaw the Accounting Department for Tucson Greyhound Park, which was a Pari-mutuel Wagering Company
Worked using multiple operating systems ranging from Microsoft DOS to Windows 11 while maintaining the facility network
Supervised 130 employees and worked with the State representatives assigned to the facility.
Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
District Manager/Accountant/VP of Operations
Diversified Equity Corporation
Tucson, Arizona
01.1993 - 08.2008
District Manager with 10 properties including Property Manager Staff
Oversaw maintenance staff and handled all the accounting
Assisted brokers with sale of properties and tax liens
Represented property management interest in court.
Supervised 12 locations to enforce high-quality standards of operation.