Eurica Edouard Desir
Haymarket,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented and seasoned financial leader with over 25 years of experience in accounting, financial planning and reporting. Highly accomplished in non-profit and for-profit organizations. Proficient in directing end-to-end accounting cycles, financial reporting and policy and procedure development. Well versed in US GAAP, IFRS and other statutory requirements. Adept in improving internal controls to mitigate risks and developing high-performing teams. Accomplished in guiding financial strategies that contribute to exponential organizational growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Marcum LLP
Washington, DC
11.2015 - 05.2024
- Provided consultant support to many clients in the roll of interim controller, finance director, finance manager and accountant.
- Developed and implemented effective internal control systems to ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies and procedures.
- Created financial reports for president, board of directors and external auditors in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Performed detailed variance analyses between actual results versus budget and forecast estimates. Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Coordinated month-end closing process in order to meet tight deadlines. Analyzed financial data and generated accurate financial statements on a monthly basis.
- Managed the preparation of budgets, forecasts, cash flow analysis, trend analysis and other related activities.
- Led annual financial audit and preparation of support for audited financial statements. Served as primary contact for external auditors throughout year-end audit process
- Regularly communicated and met with Executive management to review financials and attended board meetings as necessary.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance. Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
Accountant
CBIZ Marks Paneth
New York, NY
01.2008 - 10.2015
- Prepared Corporate, Partnership, Trust and Individuals’ tax returns with multi-state returns. Reviewed Client's General Ledger for tax clients
- Prepared multi-state Payroll Tax returns for household and business clients on a quarterly and annual basis
- Completed various annual tax forms for payroll purposes including 1042, 1096, 1099, W-3, and W-2.
- Assessed financial needs and researched software for new clients, facilitating installation and implementation of accounting systems.
- Reviewed and evaluated notifications issued by state and local tax agencies, managed matters through final resolution.
- Delivered a wide range of services to high net worth clients and their family owned businesses. Maintained meticulous records of account transactions such as invoices, payments, journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and deferred revenue while also handling budgeting and tax preparation.
- Prepared monthly cash flow, balance sheet, profit and loss, depreciation schedule, analysis of change in assets as well as consolidated financials
Accountant and Office Manager
Intercom Online, Inc
New York, NY
12.1997 - 01.2008
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, authorized wire transfers, and ensured accuracy of bank statement reconciliations. Maintained Merchant's accounts and effectively managed loan amortization. Administered petty cash and processed employees' advance.
- Completed various general accounting tasks such as month/year end reports, reconciliation process, tax preparation assistance, and executing journal entries.
- Assisted in the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements while analyzing the financial data to identify discrepancies or trends.
- Managed the seamless processing of payrolls, including meticulous record-keeping for payroll accounts and prompt payment of payroll taxes and related obligations.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
Education
B.A. - Accounting
Baruch College
12-2002
Skills
- Highly organized
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Proficient in Excel (Pivot, Vlookup an similar functions)
- Time Management
- Communication skills
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Non-profit accounting
- Month-end and year-end closings
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Technical
- Proficient in Sage Intacct, Blackbaud, Financial Edge, QuickBooks desktop, QuickBooks online, Dynamic SL, Quicken, Peachtree, FundEZ, Martus, Worldox, Nexonia, BlackLine, iMIS, Bill.com, Expensify, Tallie, Anybill, Concur, Divvy FloQast, Prosystem Fx, CCH, IntelliForms, BNA, 1099etc, TValue, Checkpoint, Swizznet, Gofileroom, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Timeline
Manager
Marcum LLP
11.2015 - 05.2024
Accountant
CBIZ Marks Paneth
01.2008 - 10.2015
Accountant and Office Manager
Intercom Online, Inc
12.1997 - 01.2008
B.A. - Accounting
Baruch College
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