LINA BIGARAN

• Led budget, forecast processes, and analysis.
• Collaborating with department heads to develop and manage annual operating budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Prepared monthly reconciliations, including balance sheets, fixed assets, deferred revenue reconciliations, accruals, revenue schedules, and prepayment journal entries.
• Produced cash flow statements, monthly/quarterly/annual reports, and financial analyses for the executive team.
• Managed headcount and compensation budgets, collaborating with department heads to align with strategic objectives.
• Created financial reports for tax accountants and filed local taxes annually, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Managed and trained junior accountant, providing guidance and mentorship to support professional development and growth.

• Managed day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end closing procedures.
• Prepared actual vs forecast analysis, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions to achieve financial targets.
• Assisted in budgeting and forecasting activities, providing insights and recommendations to support financial goals.
• Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, optimizing cash flow and vendor relationships.
• Developed and maintained relationships with banks and financial institutions, negotiating terms and managing company accounts.

GreenBiz Group advances opportunities at the intersection of business, technology, and sustainability through websites, events, peer-to-peer networks, and research. Since 2012, it has grown from 16 to 80 people and from $3M to $22M in revenue.

• Full support for CEO.
• Managed all direct customers and 200 national sales representatives, including commission calculation and payment processing.
• Responsible for ongoing communication with every Chartreuse Customer, including resolving customer issues.
• Communicated with shipping and production management to resolve order fulfillment questions.
• Managed inventory and vendor relationships for purchasing inventory items for over 500 individual components.
• Managed the Company’s monthly financial reconciliations.

Chartreuse manufactured eco/green products designed for and marketed to mothers.