R. Justin GURNICK
Jeannette,US
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience. Expert in data analysis and reconciliation. Proven problem solver skilled in enhancing operational efficiency and delivering exceptional customer service to clients in high-stakes environments.
Experienced with financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and compliance. Utilizes analytical skills to provide accurate financial insights and support decision-making processes. Track record of implementing effective financial controls and improving operational efficiency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Accountant
Import Export Tire
Latrobe, PA
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Managed financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, providing insights for strategic decision-making.
- Performed audits and reconciliations, improving accuracy of financial records and reducing discrepancies.
- Utilized ERP systems for real-time tracking of financial transactions and reporting accuracy.
Tensile Clerk
Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research
Youngstown, Pennsylvania
02.2014 - 05.2025
- Coordinate timely customer deliveries via email and phone, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Prepare and analyze data for comprehensive customer insights and decision-making.
- Facilitate seamless billing by sending accurate final reports.
- Serve as primary contact for two major clients, ensuring efficient communication.
Portfolio Accountant
CS McKee
US
04.2008 - 02.2012
- Reconcile equity accounts for client reporting
- Provide audit requests for custodian review
- Able to back up trade settlement position
Trust Operations Coordinator II Private Wealth Group
Mellon Bank
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
11.2004 - 03.2008
- Set up all download activity for Advisor Broker approval
- Accurate detail and response to all corporate action deadlines
- Reconcile all trade discrepancies Custody Management System and SEI System
Sr Trade Specialist Special Investments Group
Mellon Bank
Youngstown, Pennsylvania
02.2001 - 11.2004
- Create and update Account/Advisor profiles listing any special requirements for each account
- Input all Future, Forward, Option and Swap activity for management approval
- Perform day to day reconciliations for all activity between CMS and IAS systems
Money Desk Operations Analyst
Federal Home Bank
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
04.2000 - 02.2001
- Verify and process hedge transaction payments; resolve payments with confirmations
- Process all investment transactions through TPG systems including input verification
Cash Management - Paine Webber Investment Client
Mellon Bank
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
05.1996 - 04.2000
- Invest idle cash and income for institutional accounts on a daily basis
- Identify, research and resolve all operational problems for all types of activity
- Monitor proof of all Mellon accounting system to Custody Management systems
- Compile all cash, investment activity and shareholder activity to complete financial statements
- Analyze and reconcile changes in the fund valuation to ensure accurate transactions
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Finance
St. Vincent College
Latrobe, PA, USSkills
- Data Analysis
- Customer Service
- Account Management
- Investment Operations
- Cash Management
- Problem Solving
- Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office
- Month end close
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounts receivable
- Purchase order management
- Accounts payable
Timeline
Business Accountant
Import Export Tire
05.2025 - 02.2026
Tensile Clerk
Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research
02.2014 - 05.2025
Portfolio Accountant
CS McKee
04.2008 - 02.2012
Trust Operations Coordinator II Private Wealth Group
Mellon Bank
11.2004 - 03.2008
Sr Trade Specialist Special Investments Group
Mellon Bank
02.2001 - 11.2004
Money Desk Operations Analyst
Federal Home Bank
04.2000 - 02.2001
Cash Management - Paine Webber Investment Client
Mellon Bank
05.1996 - 04.2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Finance
St. Vincent College