Christine Roman
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Accomplished Controller offering years of experience in financial management with proven track record of providing transformative leadership to growing organizations, leading teams in achieving financial goals. Accomplished in working with executive leaders to develop business, financial and growth strategies. Exceptionally talented in creating cohesive, competent accounting teams.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
RM Creative, Inc.
10.2018 - Current
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Streamlined annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Prepared detailed variance analyses on a monthly basis, enabling more effective tracking of actuals versus forecasted figures.
- Prepare and communicate financial benchmarks to principals, including profession-standard indicators such as direct/indirect costs, break-even and multiplier.
- Monitor project financial performance and compile reports for project managers.
- Increased flow of financial information throughout company by improving communication strategies.
- Prepared corporate fiscal and business plans to help strategically direct business operations and strengthen controls.
- Perform ongoing human resources activities, including: payroll, health, life and disability benefits administration, and PTO.
- Solicit, evaluate and present options to principals for financing, insurance renewals (including general and commercial, healthcare, professional liability, life and long term disability), banking services and other business administration items.
Controller
Blue Bird Bus Sales of Pittsburgh, Inc.
04.2015 - 10.2018
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for four affiliated S-Corporations operating in Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.
- Provide timely and accurate analysis of budgets, forecasts and financial information.
- Maintain strong working relationships with management team to ensure that company objectives are met.
- Administer the company 401k Plan and ensure timely remittance of employee contributions.
- Supervise and direct all activities relating to the company's floor plan financing arrangements to ensure that payments are made in accordance with bank terms.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly payroll and sales tax returns.
- Provide leadership support to the accounting and general office staff, including training of new employees.
- Developed procedures to improve and streamline the accounts receivable collection process. As a result, accounts receivable collections were reduced from a 120 day turn-around to a 45 to 60 day turn-around.
Controller
Warrendale Hotel Associates
09.1996 - 03.2015
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Direct and supervise the accounting team of four employees in the areas of payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Reorganized the accounting department, including the hiring and training of new employees.
- Implemented and maintained the company 401k Plan.
- Prepare, reconcile and analyze monthly and annual financial statements and general ledger.
- Develop the annual budget forecasts for maximum profitability.
- Secure financing for capital projects.
- Increased company profits through the implementation of profit flow-through guidelines to assist department managers in controlling expenses relative to income fluctuations.
- Prepare annual financial statements and reconciliations for external audit and tax preparation.
- Instituted accounts receivable collection procedure, reducing the average collection period from 120 days to 45 days.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Robert Morris University
Pittsburgh, PA08.2003
Skills
Multitasking Abilities
Analytical Thinking
Problem-Solving
Cash Flow Management
Excellent Communication
Written Communication
Financial Forecasting
Account Reconciliation
Financial Management
Internal control management
Organizational Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Controller
RM Creative, Inc.
10.2018 - Current
Controller
Blue Bird Bus Sales of Pittsburgh, Inc.
04.2015 - 10.2018
Controller
Warrendale Hotel Associates
09.1996 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Robert Morris University
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