Brook Yacob
Las Vegas,United States
Summary
Dynamic accounting and finance professional with over 10 years of expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. Proven track record in directing comprehensive financial operations that enhance accuracy and efficiency across multi-entity organizations. Achievements include 100% compliance in audits, a 15% improvement in payroll processing time, and the implementation of cost-saving procurement strategies. Recognized for strong analytical skills and the ability to deliver actionable financial insights that drive strategic decision-making.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Operations
Everpark INC
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted with payroll processing for over 100 employees. Supported HR compliance initiatives. Helped coordinate cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and minimize administrative errors.
- Managed remote project coordination to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Developed strategic initiatives to optimize resource allocation and reduce operational costs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align operational goals with overall business strategy.
Finance & Administration Manager
Universal Engineers & Contractors Ltd.
01.2020 - 09.2025
- Achieved streamlined budgeting and forecasting processes that improved financial reporting accuracy. Optimized accounts payable and receivable workflows, enhanced cash flow management, and refined payroll and asset management practices.
- Enhanced project expense tracking accuracy by implementing a job-costing system.
- Coordinated efforts with auditors to streamline processes for annual audit completion.
- Analyzed and improved financial workflows, focusing on compliance enhancement and gap minimization.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Store & Procurement Manager
Karel T-Lounge
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed purchasing, vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and inventory control. Enhanced order accuracy, reduced waste via FIFO implementation, and optimised stock levels. Conducted reconciliations and monitored variances between physical and system inventory.
- Streamlined procurement processes, leading to cost savings.
- Drove inventory accuracy improvements, minimizing discrepancies.
- Championed waste reduction initiatives, enhancing sustainability.
Senior Accountant
Attibassi Coffee
09.2016 - 01.2019
- Oversaw financial statement preparation, tax filings, and monthly reconciliations. Managed payroll for over 40 employees, ensuring timely vendor payments and adherence to AP terms. Supported external audits, enhancing accounting accuracy and compliance.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes, improving efficiency.
- Achieved 100% compliance in tax filings and audits.
- Implemented best practices in payroll management.
Senior Accountant
Universal Hydro Engineers & Contractors Ltd.
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Oversaw budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable. Conducted bank reconciliations and ensured GAAP compliance. Resolved financial discrepancies and supported year-end audits.
- Streamlined budgeting process, enhancing accuracy and efficiency.
- Improved payroll processing time by 15%.
- Achieved 100% compliance during annual audits.
Assistant Auditor
HLB Abraham and Isaack Company
09.2010 - 12.2011
- Plans financial Audits by understanding organizational objectives, structure, policies, processes, internal controls, identifying risk areas. Preparing audit scope and objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Skills
- Financial Reporting Expert
- Audit Support Expert
- Payroll Administration Expert
- Budgeting Expert
- Accounts Payable / Account receivable Expert
- Cost Control Expert
- Operational excellence
- Internal controls
Certification
- Jul 2016 — Aug 2016: Professional course and certification: Computer Networking-Local area networks and the OSI model, Alison (online learning)
- Sep 2016 — Sep 2016: Diploma in Accounting-Advanced controls and transactions, Alison
- Aug 2016 — Aug 2016: Fundamentals of accounting, Alison
- Feb 2025 — Mar 2025: Diploma in Quickbooks pro 2017, Alison
- Nov 2025 — Nov 2025: Bookkeeping Basics, Coursera
- Dec 2025 — Dec 2026: Intuit Academy Tax Exam-Level 1
LANGUAGES
Tigringa Native speaker
Amharic Native speaker
English Highly proficient
Timeline
Head of Operations
Everpark INC
01.2021 - Current
Finance & Administration Manager
Universal Engineers & Contractors Ltd.
01.2020 - 09.2025
Store & Procurement Manager
Karel T-Lounge
01.2019 - 01.2020
Senior Accountant
Attibassi Coffee
09.2016 - 01.2019
Senior Accountant
Universal Hydro Engineers & Contractors Ltd.
01.2015 - 09.2016
Assistant Auditor
HLB Abraham and Isaack Company
09.2010 - 12.2011