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Flora B Tompieu

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Dedicated Accounting professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Chief Accounting Officer

Ivorian Engineering (2I)
01.2010 - 08.2015

  • Established performance metrics that allowed for continuous improvement within the department, driving increased efficiency.
  • Successfully led change management initiatives, effectively managing resistance and ensuring smooth transitions in operations.
  • Prioritized high-risk situations through rapid assessment skills leading to efficient deployment of resources.
  • Planned, directed, and controlled execution of administrative and compliance activities.
  • Reported status of operations to Bureau Chief, managing and directing day-to-day operations and supervising several divisions.
  • Served as a key liaison between senior leadership and frontline staff, facilitating open communication channels throughout the organization.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure workplace for all staff members, reducing incidents and injuries.
  • Assumed active role in identifying opportunities to develop and implement projects which promoted organization's missions and functions.
  • Identified areas of personnel deficiency and took necessary action for correction.
  • Managed budgetary decisions to optimize resource allocation and maximize operational effectiveness.
  • Identified areas for cost savings through rigorous analysis of financial data, optimizing budget expenditures accordingly.
  • Enhanced team cohesion and morale by organizing regular team-building events and fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Conducted regular audits of departmental records to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies and procedures.
  • Directed subordinate managers in day-to-day performance of groups involved in operation and maintenance.
  • Recommended policy updates based on industry best practices to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and enhance overall operational effectiveness.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance schedules by coordinating with vendors for timely repairs and upgrades.
  • Organized community outreach events to strengthen relationships between the organization and local stakeholders while increasing public awareness of available services.
  • Managed contractual agreements and associated deliverables through oversight and inspection.
  • Increased transparency in decision-making processes by implementing open forums involving all team members.
  • Improved department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new software tools.
  • Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical incidents, ensuring effective collaboration among all involved parties.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on career progression opportunities within the organization.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless communication and coordination across organizational functions.
  • Implemented cross-trainings in other operations department responsibilities to cover duties for absent teammates.
  • Oversaw a diverse team of professionals, fostering an inclusive work environment and promoting professional development.
  • Allocated duties and activities of personnel, routinely inspect employee's equipment, appearance and work methods.
  • Implemented variety of process improvement initiatives by restructuring organization, retraining and establishing performance goals.
  • Managed and organized internal communication to hold staff accountable to priorities.
  • Participated in monthly training on latest technology trends and products in industry.
  • Cultivated long-term relationships through focused effort on customer's unique needs and finding best solutions.
  • Researched, proposed, and implemented vendor agreements to decrease costs and improve services.
  • Established clear and competitive goals, growth roadmaps, and strategic business plans.
  • Developed bottom-up forecasting plans for territory, addressing sales goal attainment.
  • Developed strategy to combat increased competitive presence within territory.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of each client's business through research and regular on-site meetings.
  • Earned company exceptional ratings and testimonials from clients and industry organizations.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Improved efficiency of accounts payable and receivable processes, resulting in faster payment collection and vendor payments.
  • Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits, providing accurate documentation for efficient review process.
  • Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring sufficient funds were available to meet operational needs while optimizing investment opportunities.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements by staying up-to-date on changing tax laws and filing deadlines.
  • Performed detailed financial analysis on business operations, supporting management decisions regarding resource allocation and profitability enhancements.
  • Provided guidance to junior staff members on accounting best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
  • Prepared accurate financial reports for management review, enabling informed decision making.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
  • Accomplished 80 % reduction in monthly expense by streamlining operations.
  • Contributed to the successful implementation of a new accounting software system, leading to increased efficiency in daily operations.
  • Overhauled process for year-end inventory audits to improve accuracy.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures through careful analysis of expenditures and identification of areas for improvement.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial statements by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting entries.
  • Streamlined month-end closing procedures, reducing time spent on manual tasks and increasing accuracy.
  • Supervised accounting department operations and team of up to 10 employees.
  • Managed payroll operations for team of 2000 employees .
  • Enhanced the accuracy of inventory valuation by implementing a robust system to track physical inventory counts against records.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
  • Participated in cross-functional projects, utilizing accounting expertise to provide insights on cost management and revenue generation opportunities.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
  • Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
  • Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
  • Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
  • Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
  • Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
  • Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.

Staff Accountant Intern

Ivorian Engineering (2i)
04.2009 - 12.2009
  • Increased efficiency in tax filings through meticulous recordkeeping and organization of supporting documents.
  • Supported budget preparation process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Strengthened interdepartmental relationships through effective communication of critical financial data, fostering an environment conducive to collaboration.
  • Reduced errors in expense reporting by conducting thorough reviews of employee submissions.
  • Supported external auditors during annual audits, ensuring timely delivery of requested documentation and information.
  • Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
  • Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
  • Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
  • Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
  • Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Employed self-review and analytical review techniques to proactively identify fundamental errors.
  • Demonstrated commercial awareness and time management skills through work on budget and task organization.
  • Fulfilled senior-level responsibilities to embrace business values.
  • Interacted with clients and obtained cost and budget information to draft and manage accounts.
  • Reconciled balance sheet figures in SAGE and sought assistance to reduce errors.
  • Extracted and manipulated data using SAGE system.
  • Supervised accounting staff to provide feedback and evaluate progress.
  • Received, reviewed and verified validity and completeness of appropriation, accounting and financial data.
  • Balanced and submitted financial reports for review and approval.
  • Analyzed and verified employee expense reports for accuracy.
  • Processed payroll by validating work hours and attendance of employees.
  • Completed financial reports, providing insight into performance, operations, and cash flow.
  • Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.
  • Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
  • Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
  • Gained knowledge of accounting principles and standards and general business practices to evaluate financial data and transactions.
  • Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
  • Facilitated timely vendor payments by accurately processing invoices and maintaining up-to-date records.
  • Streamlined processes by implementing new accounting software, improving overall productivity.
  • Maintained accurate fixed asset records, ensuring proper calculation of depreciation for financial reporting purposes.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by staying current on industry standards and best practices within the accounting field.
  • Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements for increased transparency and efficiency.
  • Contributed to a smoother audit process through timely and accurate account reconciliations.
  • Improved cash flow management with diligent accounts receivable follow-ups and collections efforts.
  • Assisted with year-end closing activities, contributing to a streamlined financial reporting process.
  • Improved inventory tracking processes through regular reconciliation efforts, leading to more accurate cost accounting data.

Junior Staff Accountant

LP2i Accounting And Consulting
06.2007 - 12.2007
  • Managed complex finance projects under direction of senior management to meet deadlines and budget limitations.
  • Participated in special projects as needed, demonstrating adaptability and eagerness to contribute to the company's overall success.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, contributing valuable insights to improve overall financial performance.
  • Maintained precise records of fixed assets, calculating depreciation schedules for accurate tax reporting purposes.
  • Assisted in the development of internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and prevent errors or fraud.
  • Stayed current on industry trends and best practices through continuous professional development opportunities such as training sessions and seminars.
  • Assisted senior accountants in preparing annual budgets, forecasting revenue, and tracking expenses to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  • Improved financial reporting quality with thorough analysis of business transactions and accurate data entry.

Accounting Intern

Axa Insurance
01.2005 - 04.2005
  • Assisted with month-end closing and reporting duties.
  • Gained hands-on experience with various accounting software programs such as QuickBooks, Excel, and Sage, enhancing overall efficiency in daily tasks.
  • Compiled monthly journal entries into general ledger system.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail when reviewing financial statements for errors or inconsistencies before submission to managementclients.


Education

Master of Financial Engineering - Financial And Accounting Engineering

National Polytechnic Institute Felix Houphouet Boi
Abidjan, Ivory Coast
07.2014

Associate of Science - Finance And Accounting

CBCG Treichville
Abidjan, Ivory Coast
04.2005

High School Diploma -

Lycee Moderne (Modern High School ) Port Bouet
Abidjan , Ivory Coast
07.2002

Skills

  • Operational Reporting
  • Budget Development
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • MS Office
  • SAGE
  • Project Planning
  • Cost Control
  • Budget Management
  • Financial Management
  • Business Development
  • Business Analysis and Reporting
  • Budget Administration
  • Revenue Forecasting
  • Fiscal Management
  • Training Coordination
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Computer Skills

Languages

English
Professional Working
French
Full Professional

Timeline

Assistant Chief Accounting Officer

Ivorian Engineering (2I)
01.2010 - 08.2015

Staff Accountant Intern

Ivorian Engineering (2i)
04.2009 - 12.2009

Junior Staff Accountant

LP2i Accounting And Consulting
06.2007 - 12.2007

Accounting Intern

Axa Insurance
01.2005 - 04.2005

Master of Financial Engineering - Financial And Accounting Engineering

National Polytechnic Institute Felix Houphouet Boi

Associate of Science - Finance And Accounting

CBCG Treichville

High School Diploma -

Lycee Moderne (Modern High School ) Port Bouet

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