Ardala Diaz-Hudacko
Bayonne,N.J
Summary
Seasoned Financial Management professional with proven expertise in accounting processes, systems oversight and compliance reporting. Knowledgeable about AP/AR, contract administration, budgeting and all other aspects of successful financial operations. Talented team builder and supervisor with expertise to develop and maintain consistent, accurate and legal accounting structures.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Executive Networks Inc.
San Francisco
01.2020 - Current
- Reviewed and analyzed budget variances to ensure accuracy of financial information.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.
- Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Evaluated existing processes within the finance department and identified areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Analyzed actual financial results vs budget to prepare variance reporting to functional groups.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
- Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
Finance Manager
Slendertone Distribution, Inc.
Hoboken, NJ
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Manage all aspects of the U.S Accounting Department including, but not limited to daily Cashflow, Payroll, Fixed Assets, Inventory, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable
- Responsible for creation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement packages with corresponding variance analysis
- Plan and execute month end close process to ensure accuracy and integrity of data, i.e Accruals, amortizations, intercompany and lending facility postings/charges
- Oversee annual financial audit while achieving efficient and productive process improvements, resulting in no material adjustments
- Managed sales tax transition to Third Party provider, Avalara to ensure compliance with new laws
- Provide leadership to staff members and assist with problem solving across various departments
Assistant Controller
Slendertone Distribution, Inc.
01.2014 - 07.2018
- Assisted with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement package creation
- Prepare detailed analysis of balance sheet reconciliations and provide final determination on discrepancies
- Develop and maintain internal controls and responsible for the company-wide standardization of Finance’s SOP documentation
- Streamline and improve accounting output minimizing manual processes and implementing effective procedures throughout
- File sales and use tax returns on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring organization is compliant with various state tax regulations
- Company liaison with respect to vendor relationships ensuring best practice and pricing for services rendered.
Accounting Manager
Slendertone Distribution, Inc.
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Managed a team of 3 within the U.S
- Accounting Department
- Ensured annual Form 1099-Misc were generated, distributed to vendors, and filed with appropriate Federal and state agencies
- Accountable for the timely and accurate setup of new customers and their corresponding credit limits within company database
- Project lead on accounting function transition relating to sale of sister company, Neurotech NA Inc
- Successfully transitioned departmental functions from Peachtree to Microsoft Navision
Staff Accountant
Slendertone Distribution, Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Assisted Accounting Manager with month end close process
- Handled all aspects of Accounts Receivable, including customer invoicing, receipts and collections
- Handled all aspects of Accounts Payable including obtaining vendor invoice approval from managers, coding and payments
- Reconciled inventory and various balance sheets for all organizations within corporate structure
- Generated weekly sales forecast and reported results to management and sales teams for Slendertone and Neurotech.
Staff Accountant
Binn & Partners D.B.A Xpresspa
New York, NY
03.2008 - 01.2009
- Prepared weekly payroll for 12 subsidiaries, processing time clock listings, commissions, tips, and bonus payments for 300+ employees both domestic and international
- Monitored corporate and retail employees’ cafeteria plan deductions, paid time off, garnishments and ensured new hire paperwork was completed, up-to-date and compliant
- Posted to General Ledger, intercompany and adjusting entries prior to month-end closing
- Confirmed corporate card expenses were allocated, bank reconciliations and monthly sales reports were distributed to leadership for individual locations with accurate sales revenue.
Office Manager / Accounting Manager
Millennium Mercedes Benz
Bridgewater, NJ
01.2006 - 03.2008
- Managed daily activities of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Inventory for Accounting Department and assisted Controller with various accounting duties
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures and account reconciliations
- Researched account transactions and resolved pending variances
- Calculated, posted and distributed weekly payroll for employee’s company wide, ensuring accuracy of payroll deductions
- Filed weekly, semi-monthly and quarterly employment taxes (Federal and state withholding and unemployment insurance)
- Performed Human Resource functions including new hire orientation, benefit administration (medical, dental, 401K, group life and Cobra), and coordinated employee vacation and paid time off.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree, Accounting -
New Jersey City University
01.2006
Skills
- Proficient in accounting applications – QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics Navigation, Peachtree, Billcom, Expensify, SalesForce, Stripe, Shopify, Authorizenet
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Access, Outlook
- Excellent communication, analytical, and research skills
- Expense And Revenue Analysis
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Cash Flow Management & Reconciliation
- Process Optimization
- Account Auditing
- Accounting Proficiency
- Balance Sheet Management
- Invoice Processing
- General Ledger Accounts
- Financial Budgeting
- Customer Service
- Experience Working With Payroll
- Internal Control Management
State
NJ
Zip
07002
City
Bayonne
Street
39 New Street
Timeline
Finance Manager
Executive Networks Inc.
01.2020 - Current
Finance Manager
Slendertone Distribution, Inc.
07.2018 - 03.2020
Assistant Controller
Slendertone Distribution, Inc.
01.2014 - 07.2018
Accounting Manager
Slendertone Distribution, Inc.
01.2011 - 12.2013
Staff Accountant
Slendertone Distribution, Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2011
Staff Accountant
Binn & Partners D.B.A Xpresspa
03.2008 - 01.2009
Office Manager / Accounting Manager
Millennium Mercedes Benz
01.2006 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Science Degree, Accounting -
New Jersey City University