Kunal Desai
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven financial professional with a strong focus on leadership and strategic decision-making. Proven expertise in driving organizational growth, streamlining operations, and maximizing profitability. Adept at developing and implementing business strategies, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations. Experienced in mergers and acquisitions, financial reporting, and fostering a culture of excellence. Possesses a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Accounting, as well as a Certified Public Accountant license. Experienced and enthusiastic Consultant with track record of success across wide range of industries. Possesses exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving and analytical skills to provide advice and expertise to client organizations improving business performance. Experienced in all aspects of operations, strategy and finance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Consultant
05.2023 - Current
- Consulting for multi-state dental practice operator and cannabis operator providing finance and accounting services
- Assist in multi-period clean-up to prepare for audit
- Oversea treasury and month end process
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including financial statements and performance metrics
- Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
Controller at Quadrant Security, LLC
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Oversee the day-to-day financial operations, including subscription billing, deferred revenue, and other GL activities
- Oversee forecast cash flow positions, related borrowing needs and funds available for investment
- Implemented and maintained internal controls to safeguard company and client assets and ensure compliance with financial policies
- Ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of the organization’s billing programs
- Maintain strong communications with banks and other financial service providers
- Develop a structure to work with business partners, shared services and FP&A to optimize working capital
- Provided management with weekly, monthly, and quarterly financials, including operational metrics, KPIs, cash flow planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
Director of Accounting at Hilton Grand Vacation, Inc.
03.2017 - 11.2022
- Contributed to the merger and acquisition accounting team, ensuring alignment with GAAP during Hilton and Diamond integration
- Oversaw rental revenue and inventory accounting, collaborating closely with operations counterparts
- Ensured accuracy and timeliness of month-end, quarterly, and annual financial closings
- Oversaw accounting functions for significant company segments, managing $300M+ in revenue and $2B+ in assets
- Ensured accurate and timely quarterly and annual financial closings, managed general ledger, and delivered financial information to the parent company (Apollo Management Group)
- Built and coached teams of 15-18 professionals across two departments
- Trained and managed team to promote within
- Led annual audits and quarterly reviews with a third-party public accounting firm
- Implemented ASC 606 & ASC 842 in effective and timely manner
Director of Accounting at Terra West Management Services
08.2015 - 02.2017
- Managed accounting and tax matters, including AP, AR, fixed assets, GL, and loans, for multiple companies and managed HOAs
- Implemented and maintained internal controls to safeguard company and client assets and ensure compliance with financial policies.
Supervisor-Assurance at RBSM, LLP
03.2012 - 08.2015
- Planned, directed, and executed year-end audits and quarterly reviews for public and private companies, ensuring accurate financial statements and reports.
Research Assistant at University of Nevada at Las Vegas
08.2011 - 03.2012
- Supported professors in conducting research on various topics.
Education
Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
University of Nevada at Las Vegas
Skills
- Leadership: Inspiring and motivating teams to achieve exceptional results Visionary thinker with a focus on bottom-line performance and long-term goals
- Strategic Perspective: Proficient in developing and executing business strategies, identifying new business opportunities, and creating new product lines Skilled in acquisition planning, company restructuring, and reengineering
- Financial Management: Expertise in GAAP, SEC, and PCAOB standards (ASC 606 & ASC 842) Experienced in cash management, asset/liability management, budget management, and B2B SaaS
- Operations Management: Proficient in overseeing day-to-day operations, managing financial functions, and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting Skilled in implementing internal controls and maintaining compliance with financial policies
- Merger & Acquisition: Proven track record in managing accounting functions during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring adherence to GAAP standards, and facilitating successful transitions
- SEC Reporting: Strong familiarity with SEC reporting requirements and guidelines, ensuring accurate and timely filings
- Software Proficiency: Blackline, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, QuickBooks Online (QBO), APM Software, Oracle ERP, Hyperion, and databases
- Executive Management (2 years)
- Leadership Development (5 years)
- Budget Management (4 years)
- Budget & Forecast Development (3 years)
- Operations Management (2 years)
- Financial Management (5 years)
- Merger & Acquisition (3 years)
- SEC Reporting (5 years)
- GAAP Accounting (5 years)
- Financial Analysis (5 years)
- Blackline (3 years)
- NetSuite (2 years)
- QuickBooks Online (QBO) (4 years)
- APM Software (3 years)
- Oracle ERP (3 years)
- Databases (3 years)
- Hyperion (3 years)
- Sage Inacct (1 years)
License
Certified Public Accountant - Licensed in the State of Nevada
Timeline
Controller
Consultant
05.2023 - Current
Controller at Quadrant Security, LLC
11.2022 - 04.2023
Director of Accounting at Hilton Grand Vacation, Inc.
03.2017 - 11.2022
Director of Accounting at Terra West Management Services
08.2015 - 02.2017
Supervisor-Assurance at RBSM, LLP
03.2012 - 08.2015
Research Assistant at University of Nevada at Las Vegas
08.2011 - 03.2012
Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
University of Nevada at Las Vegas
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