MARC N. GOOLJAR
Summary
Professional with strong background in financial analysis and budget management. Skilled in data interpretation, forecasting, and cost optimization. Known for collaborative approach, adaptability to changing needs, and results-driven mindset. Adept at leveraging analytical skills and strategic thinking to support organizational financial goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Planning & Budget Analyst, Metro-North Railroad
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
02.2023 - Current
- Supported the development of the 5-Year Capital Program, Capital Program amendments, and the annual Commitment Plan
- Monitored the performance of Study, Design, and Construction projects at key stages, from procurement to award and completion, while analyzing and reviewing budget modifications to ensure the financial goals and project requirements are aligned
- Collaborated with various MTA departments, the FTA, and NYS; provided monthly and quarterly reporting and analysis of commitment goals and project performance updates
- Monitored and maintained data integrity for critical capital program systems, including IMPACT, PSR, TrAMS, Grant Solutions, and various related reports
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders throughout the organization, facilitating effective collaboration on budgetary matters.
Financial Analyst
Hytide Management Services Inc.
07.2019 - 10.2022
- Communicated results and recommendations to clients and senior management, while maintaining a strong and positive relationship with our clients
- Evaluated and managed clients’ past and future budgets and forecasts
- Prepared monthly budgets and financial models (three-statement model) to maintain the client’s profitability
- Reviewed operations and recommended new productive and cost saving initiatives to clients
- Analyzed company data and market trends to make financial predictions and maximize profits
- Communicated with managers on work status and client issues
Accountant
Hytide Management Services Inc.
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Examined and managed all accounting transactions to prepare the Trial Balance, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow statements, as well as reconciled Accounts Receivable and Account Payable reports
- Verified, allocated, posted and reconciled all documents to ensure accuracy and worked in collaboration with internal auditors to ensure legal compliance
- Prepared personal and business tax returns (1040, 1120, 1120S, 1065, Schedule C) based on bookkeeping information and statements
- Conduct database backups when necessary
- Market Research for potential investments
Revenue Analyst, Contractor
Namely, Inc.
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Prepared and reconciled monthly brokerage commission reports
- Posted monthly journal entries highlighting due diligence for the commission reports
- Briefed the team on a weekly basis about the active and inactive commission-bearing clients
Accounting/Finance Intern
Lutheran Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Reconciled monthly bank statements
- Assisted with the preparations of annual budgets and financial forecasts
- Prepared monthly journal entries
- Prepared audit materials
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance, Computer Applications in Business, Political Science
Bernard M. Baruch College, Zicklin School of Business
Skills
- Microsoft Access
- Power BI
- Excel
- V-lookup
- Formulas
- Pivot table
- Word
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- MTA Databases
- IMPACT
- PSR
- PeopleSoft
- FTA Database
- TrAMS
- NYS Database
- Grant Solutions
- Report preparation
- Budget planning
- Data interpretation
Timeline
Planning & Budget Analyst, Metro-North Railroad
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
02.2023 - Current
Financial Analyst
Hytide Management Services Inc.
07.2019 - 10.2022
Accountant
Hytide Management Services Inc.
08.2017 - 07.2019
Revenue Analyst, Contractor
Namely, Inc.
01.2017 - 03.2017
Accounting/Finance Intern
Lutheran Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance, Computer Applications in Business, Political Science
Bernard M. Baruch College, Zicklin School of Business
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