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Barry De Verteuil

Pembroke Pines,FL

Summary

Dynamic accounting professional with extensive experience in financial management and team leadership, adept at driving efficiency and accuracy in accounting processes. Proven track record in streamlining operations and enhancing financial reporting to support informed decision-making and strategic planning. Recognized for fostering collaborative work environments and quickly adapting to changing business landscapes while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and precision. Committed to continuous improvement and leveraging expertise to support organizational growth and success.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Manager/Senior Staff Accountant

Phoenix American Companies
07.2011 - Current
  • Direct and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, premium accounting, and claims-related financial reporting.
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and insurance industry regulations.
  • Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
  • Manage cash flow, investment accounting, and treasury functions.
  • Prepare, review, and submit regulatory filings and compliance reports required by state insurance departments and other governing bodies.
  • Develop and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial policies.
  • Coordinate and manage external audits, examinations, and tax filings.
  • Partner with executive leadership to develop budgets, forecasts, and financial strategies that support company growth.
  • Provide financial analysis and business insights to support decision-making across operations, underwriting, and claims.
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Evaluate and recommend improvements to financial systems, processes, and reporting tools.

Senior Staff Accountant

Dole Food Company/Sunburst Farms
08.2006 - 07.2011
  • Prepare monthly and yearly closing financial statements
  • In depth balance sheet/income statement analysis
  • Monthly variance analysis for financial reporting
  • Prepare schedules for independent audit firm and resolve audit findings
  • Depreciation and amortization of fixed assets
  • End of month inventory valuation and cost of goods sold
  • Perform physical audits of fixed assets and asset valuation
  • Monthly recording of service PO, inland & air freight accruals
  • Record inter-company transactions
  • Prepare daily cash receipts and disbursements
  • Weekly cash forecast preparation
  • Audit accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
  • AP, AR, Inter-company and bank account reconciliations

Account Supervisor/Staff Accountant

Courtesy Property Management
08.2001 - 08.2006
  • Supervise 6 employees
  • Reconciliation of over 70 bank accounts
  • Preparation of monthly financial statements for over 70 communities
  • Revenue/expenses analysis
  • Insurance schedule reconciliation
  • Yearly budget preparation
  • Payroll preparation and filing
  • Recording of cash receipts
  • Processing of cash disbursements

Staff Accountant

Brasif Services, Inc.
09.1999 - 05.2001
  • Reconciliation of four bank accounts
  • Preparation of monthly financial statements
  • Processing of merchandise and freight invoices
  • Payroll
  • Payments to vendors
  • Recording of revenues, expenses & cost of goods sold
  • Stock/inventory analysis

Education

BA degree - Accounting

Florida International University
Miami, FL
01.1999

AA degree - Accounting

Miami-Dade Community College
Miami, FL
01.1995

Diploma - undefined

Killian Senior High School
Miami, FL
01.1991

Skills

  • Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • AS/400
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Cognos Controller
  • JD Edwards
  • TOPPS
  • Peachtree
  • ProMaster
  • CodeWright
  • OfficeMaster
  • InterQuadram

Timeline

Accounting Manager/Senior Staff Accountant

Phoenix American Companies
07.2011 - Current

Senior Staff Accountant

Dole Food Company/Sunburst Farms
08.2006 - 07.2011

Account Supervisor/Staff Accountant

Courtesy Property Management
08.2001 - 08.2006

Staff Accountant

Brasif Services, Inc.
09.1999 - 05.2001

AA degree - Accounting

Miami-Dade Community College

Diploma - undefined

Killian Senior High School

BA degree - Accounting

Florida International University

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