Open To Work
Amy London
Riverhead,NY
Summary
Accomplished financial leader with comprehensive experience in revenue management and strategic financial planning across various industries. Skilled in implementing effective accounting controls and enhancing operational efficiencies, resulting in improved financial reporting and client satisfaction. Known for driving initiatives that support organizational growth and compliance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Revenue Manager / Controller
CISO Global
Scottsdale, AZ
01.2022 - Current
- Maintain accounting controls and recommend policies to assure regulatory compliance.
- Responsible for revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP and ASC 606.
- Implemented best practices for revenue recognition and reporting procedures.
- Prepared monthly analysis to adjust deferred revenue accounts. Reconciled financial discrepancies by analyzing account information. Took corrective measures to improve accuracy and reduce errors caused by consolidation and platform changes.
- Met with project management team to implement better controls over project accounting by analyzing overhead costs to identify areas for improved efficiencies.
- Cultivated client relationships while continually exceeding weekly AR collections goals to ensure sufficient cash flows.
- Prepared monthly reports detailing revenue generated by various departments.
- Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
- Improved recurring revenue billing process by reducing to 5 days from 15 days, dramatically impacting cash flow and reducing financing costs.
Accounting Director / Controller
True Digital Security, Inc.
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Coordinated and prepared internal and external financial statements, reviewing departmental performance with managers to ensure alignment with budget targets.
- Pioneered projects to find cost-savings opportunities in Payroll, insurance and rent. In one year managed to save over $500k in employee benefits & overhead costs.
- Followed internal controls to maintain financial security, developing and implementing policies that strengthened fixed asset controls and minimized shrinkage.
- Managed accounting staff, delegated assignments, and balanced workload. Conducted performance appraisals to enhance team development and job satisfaction.
- Maintained accuracy of financial data during the transition from QuickBooks Enterprise to NetSuite.
Co-Founder & CFO
ABL Network Solutions
Riverhead, NY
11.2000 - 04.2020
- Transformed break-fix home computer repair company into a Managed Service Provider (MSP) for SMBs, achieving over $1 million in annual recurring revenue.
- Executed successful sale in April 2020.
Business Consultant
Amy L. Lucas
Riverhead, NY
10.2012 - 08.2018
- Delivered weekly business management consulting and accounting services to select clients, enhancing operational effectiveness for several non-profits.
- Cultivated relationships with upper management, advising on accounting and financial policies, procedures, standards, and compliance.
- Assisted with business concerns including tax matters, audit preparation, equipment financing, risk management, IT security concerns and succession planning.
- Forecasted cash flow and coordinated with departments to align resources with cash requirements.
- Administered & directed all accounting functions including account reconciliations, journal entries, tax filing and payroll processing.
- Revised HR policies by updating the employee handbook and creating computer user policies.
Controller
Advanced Vision Technology Group, Inc
Hauppauge, NY
10.2012 - 08.2018
- Managed financial reporting and tax compliance.
- Oversaw budgeting processes and allocation of resources across departments.
- Delivered part-time weekly controller and business consulting services to this Managed Service Provider (MSP), enhancing financial oversight.
- Transitioned to a full-time position after AVTG's acquisition by True Digital Security, Inc. in August 2018.
Education
MBA - IT
BS - Accounting
- Minor in Psychology
- GPA: Graduated Summa cum laude
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Revenue forecasting
- Revenue compliance
- Month-end closing support
- NetSuite and QuickBooks proficiency
- Microsoft Excel expertise
- Strategic execution
- Problem resolution
Hobbies and Interests
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Paddleboarding
- Dressage
- Yoga
- Reading
- Mindfulness
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Senior Revenue Manager / Controller - CISO Global
01.2022 - Current
Accounting Director / Controller - True Digital Security, Inc.
08.2018 - 01.2022
Business Consultant - Amy L. Lucas
10.2012 - 08.2018
Controller - Advanced Vision Technology Group, Inc
10.2012 - 08.2018
Co-Founder & CFO - ABL Network Solutions
11.2000 - 04.2020
Western Governors University - MBA, IT
St. Joseph's University - BS, Accounting