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Iris Breazeale-Lucero

Inglewood,CA

Summary

Seasoned Financial Management professional with proven expertise in accounting processes, systems oversight and compliance reporting. Knowledgeable about AP/AR, contract administration, budgeting and all other aspects of successful financial operations. Talented team builder and supervisor with expertise to develop and maintain consistent, accurate, and legal accounting structures.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Accounting

AAA Flag & Banner
Los Angeles, CA
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained a complete set of books including general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payrolls.
  • Created budgets and forecasts for the organization's operations, capital expenditures, cash flow and revenue projections.
  • Reviewed and approved financial statements, ledgers, and accounting entries.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization to identify areas of improvement in financial reporting processes.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes to ensure accuracy of financial information.
  • Coordinated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure compliance with GAAP standards.
  • Performed variance analysis on budget vs. actual results to provide insights into cost savings opportunities.
  • Oversaw month-end closing process including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliation and review of all transactions prior to posting.
  • Monitored daily cash balances, bank reconciliations and investments as necessary.

Financial Controller

Animax Designs
Nashville, TN
08.2022 - 10.2023
  • Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
  • Oversaw financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, asset coordination, account management and budgets.
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review.
  • Managed organizational cash flow and cash flow forecasting.
  • Facilitated analysis and audit of financial records and record keeping by finance departments of each institution in accordance with federal regulations and generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Assisted in the preparation of tax filings in accordance with local laws.
  • Reviewed bank reconciliations on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of data.
  • Coordinated audits by external auditors in accordance with GAAP standards.
  • Assisted with project and site-related objectives, including acquisition, operating financing, financial controls, systems integration and audits.
  • Managed third-party vendors responsible for freight and utility payments to ensure timely and accurate payments, reduce late fees and eliminate duplicate payments.

Deputy Project Business Manager

Giant Magellan Telescope
Pasadena, CA
12.2019 - 09.2022
  • Analyzed financial data to determine the cost of labor, materials, and overhead associated with projects.
  • Coordinated with accounting department regarding payment schedules for vendors and suppliers.
  • Analyzed changes in scope of work to identify potential impacts on overall project cost.
  • Participated in risk assessment activities to identify areas of potential cost overruns.
  • Prepared reports on cost performance to management and stakeholders.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of actual versus budgeted costs.
  • Developed strategies for controlling project costs throughout the life cycle of a project.
  • Developed estimates for capital investments, project costs, and labor costs.
  • Prepared estimates used by management for planning, budgeting and scheduling work.
  • Communicated with clients and teammates to gather information regarding project budgets, schedules and objectives and optimize plans.

Senior Project Manager

Sandia National Laboratories
Albuquerque, NM
04.2018 - 12.2019
  • Oversaw budgets for project, tracked expenses, and timelines and communicated with key stakeholders on milestones.
  • Created detailed reports on project status, issues, risks and opportunities.
  • Liaised between senior management, project team members and clients to ensure effective communication throughout the duration of the project.
  • Kept project teams on-task with proactive control of budgets, schedules and scopes.
  • Monitored internal financial budgets to measure against projections.
  • Evaluated performance metrics for ongoing projects in order to assess progress towards goals.
  • Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
  • Negotiated with project stakeholders or suppliers to obtain resources or materials.

Program Senior Financial Analyst

Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems
Roseville, CA
11.2016 - 02.2018
  • Created detailed reports summarizing financial performance metrics for senior management review.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop annual operating budgets and long-term strategic plans.
  • Managed the process for tracking change orders associated with ongoing projects.
  • Ensured compliance with contractual obligations related to cost control requirements.
  • Developed strategies for controlling project costs throughout the life cycle of a project.
  • Analyzed financial data to determine the cost of labor, materials, and overhead associated with projects.
  • Prepared reports on cost performance to management and stakeholders.
  • Tracked changing labor and supply costs and prepared periodic cost reconciliation reports.
  • Conducted comprehensive reviews of invoices, bills, and other documents related to expenditures.
  • Reviewed project proposals for potential cost overruns or discrepancies in pricing structures.

Program Cost Controller

PM Technologies
Los Angeles, CA
11.2012 - 10.2016
  • Researched discrepancies between budgeted and actual expenses for each project, as needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of project costs and expenses in the company's financial systems.
  • Assisted with preparing project budgets, maintaining schedules and putting together final documentation.
  • Analyzed weekly and monthly financial reports and reviewed accounts receivable reports and insurance contracts to facilitate revenue cycle management.

  • Established budgeting processes to ensure accurate tracking of expenditures against predetermined goals.
  • Monitored and reported on the financial performance of projects, ensuring accuracy of data.
  • Advised executives on contracts with significant financial implications.
  • Developed annual budget and compared actual expenses against projected budget.
  • Evaluated various capital expenditure proposals before recommending approval or rejection based on return on investment analysis.
  • Worked closely with department managers to develop cost-effective solutions for ongoing projects.
  • Developed methods to accurately track progress payments made to contractors during construction projects.
  • Analyzed variances between actual spending and estimated budgets to identify areas for improvement in expense management.

Program Cost Controls Manager

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
San Diego, CA
01.2005 - 09.2012
  • Performed research on current trends in material prices, labour rates, as needed.
  • Negotiated contract terms with vendors and suppliers to obtain favorable pricing.
  • Ensured compliance with contractual obligations related to cost control requirements.
  • Developed strategies for controlling project costs throughout the life cycle of a project.
  • Analyzed financial data to determine the cost of labor, materials, and overhead associated with projects.
  • Prepared reports on cost performance to management and stakeholders.
  • Participated in risk assessment activities to identify areas of potential cost overruns.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure that budgets are being met or exceeded.
  • Analyzed changes in scope of work to identify potential impacts on overall project cost.
  • Assisted in preparing detailed forecasts based on historical data analysis.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of actual versus budgeted costs.
  • Communicated with clients and teammates to gather information regarding project budgets, schedules and objectives and optimize plans.
  • Analyzed project mandatories, scope and available resources to devise timelines and communicate with client on deliverable deadlines.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting And Financial Management

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry Univ
San Diego, CA
01-2016

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix
San Diego
01-2010

Skills

  • SEC Reporting
  • System Implementation
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • GAAP Expertise
  • Process Improvement
  • General Ledger Management
  • Project Management
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Revenue Generation
  • Cost Accounting
  • Cost Analysis
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Variance Analysis
  • Cost Estimating
  • Internal Controls
  • US GAAP Proficiency
  • Cost Reporting

Timeline

Director of Accounting

AAA Flag & Banner
11.2023 - Current

Financial Controller

Animax Designs
08.2022 - 10.2023

Deputy Project Business Manager

Giant Magellan Telescope
12.2019 - 09.2022

Senior Project Manager

Sandia National Laboratories
04.2018 - 12.2019

Program Senior Financial Analyst

Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems
11.2016 - 02.2018

Program Cost Controller

PM Technologies
11.2012 - 10.2016

Program Cost Controls Manager

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
01.2005 - 09.2012

Master of Science - Accounting And Financial Management

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry Univ

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix

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