To use my experience and knowledge as an Accounting Controller with and for a company that promotes self-accountability and performance standards to meet and exceed the company's needs and goals, while at the same time broadening and increasing my experience and knowledge.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Lorenzo Nissan Fort Lauderdale
07.2021 - Current
Preparing and submitting monthly financial statement.
GL account analysis and reconciliation.
All bank accounts reconciliation.
Prepared and reconcile all payroll and month end commissions.
Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies.
Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits, and budgets.
Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
Calculated salesperson commissions based on established parameters and disbursed payments.
Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
Projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews.
Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
Office Manager
Arrigo Dodge Chrysler Jeep sawgrass-margate
01.2017 - 07.2021
Duties included preparing and submitting monthly financial statements, interpreting and analyzing financial statements, maintaining an effective cash management system, monthly reconciliation of accounting schedules, working with office staff to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks, reconcile all accounts prior to month end, assisting in completion of annual reviews and audits, prepared and paid monthly sales tax, maintain and post monthly standard entries
Processed all month end reconciliation and adjustments prior to submission of financial statements
Managed an office 8 and more employees
I am presently in charge of managing 2 stores with a consolidated accounting office
My experience of 20 years in the accounting automotive industry has left me with knowledge of every desk in the accounting office (Billing, deposits, account payables, account receivables, inventory, payroll, banking)
Office manager
haims motors inc.
05.2011 - 10.2016
Duties included account payables, account receivables, multiple bank reconciliation, and checks signing, human resources and payroll for 50 or more employees, accounting posting and payroll posting, cleaning schedules, end of the month journal entries, running P &L reports, financial statements, schedule audits
Responsible for managing an office of 6 employees, trained and oversees all work done by the accounting office, hiring and firing employees
Education
High School Diploma -
Harrison High School
Harrison, NJ
Skills
Office Management
Team building & Supervision
Staff Development & Training
Records Management
Inventory Management
Expense Reduction
Assisting in preparing financial statements in accordance with established timelines
Approving adjustments to inventory, COS and expense accounts
Administering payroll policies
Working with office staff to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks
Reconciling all accounts prior to month end
Preparing daily cash report
Setting up and maintain accruals for expenses
Running and reviewing expense trend reports monthly
Policies & Procedures Manuals
Report & Document Preparation
Spreadsheet & Database Creation
Accounts Payable / Receivable
Bookkeeping & Payroll
Interpreting and analyzing financial statements
Maintaining effective cash management system
Preparing reconciliations for all accounts and physical inventories
Maintaining and post monthly standard entries
Assisting in completion of annual reviews and audits
Completing end-of-month accounting reports as assigned
Monthly sales tax reconciliation and payment
Activities
My hobbies are indoor and sand volleyball. Before the pandemic I used to play a least 3 times a week.
I have been practicing volleyball since I can remember, now my passion is the kitchen. That is my special place where I can clear my thoughts and analyze my day.
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