Marc Anthony Estrada
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Highly collaborative Director of Finance with strong skills in statistical analysis and performance. Poised and sharp with skill to translate financial metrics into actionable details. Exceptional performance outlining strategic financial directions for business growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance
Affinity Gaming - Lakeside Hotel And Casino
10.2022 - Current
- Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing more efficient software systems and optimizing data management.
- Enhanced company profitability with strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting techniques to ensure optimal resource allocation.
- Optimized cash flow management through diligent monitoring of receivables, payables, and investment activities.
- Reduced overhead costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing targeted cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Improved internal controls and risk management strategies to safeguard company assets and minimize potential losses.
- Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
- Implemented robust compliance protocols to adhere to all relevant regulations while mitigating risk of fines or penalties.
- Negotiated favorable vendor contracts by leveraging strong analytical skills and industry knowledge for competitive advantage.
- Provided insightful recommendations for process improvements, contributing to increased operational efficiency across organization.
- Developed accurate monthly forecasts using historical data trends combined with current market conditions for enhanced decision-making capabilities.
- Instituted best practices in financial management processes by conducting regular reviews of procedures, policies, and systems for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Proactively monitored industry trends to identify new revenue streams or cost-saving initiatives that would benefit company's bottom line.
- Introduced comprehensive performance measurement system that facilitated transparent goal-setting for finance staff members.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Set clear departmental objectives and developed effective strategies to achieve targeted goals.
- Managed day-to-day operations within 13-person finance department for gaming organization.
Site Controller
Ellis Park Racing & Gaming
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Monitored budget, revenue and variance trends for $25M company, regularly apprising GM of company's financial standing.
- Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.
- Managed budgets, assets, accounts payable and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Produced reports outlining financial data to assist management with making strategic plans and operational decisions.
- Consulted with representatives of regulatory agencies to complete accurate filings and uphold strict compliance.
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
- Supervised accurate, efficient and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Collaborated with team leaders to define standards, policies and procedures to meet company revenue goals.
- Identified and capitalized on community business opportunities with effective networking.
- Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
- Reviewed processes and procedures to guide program implementation and optimize auditing.
- Enhanced site efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
- Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and cost control strategies.
Corporate Accountant
Laguna Development Corporation
12.2016 - 03.2020
- Supports Assistant Controller and/or Corporate Controller with day-to-day, monthly and yearend operations of Corporate Accounting Department.
- Collected and arranged financial information and entered details into SAGE 100 financial management system.
- Reviews and completes monthly closing process for compilation of financial statement reporting and completion.
- Performs analytical review of each property/location’s expenses including trend and budget versus actual analysis as well as variance explanations.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning
- Participates in preparation, evaluation, justification, and maintenance of property/location budgets and budgetary controls.
- Assists in coordination of annual activities with external auditors including preparation and/or review of supporting schedules and documentation
Education
Bachelor's degree - Accounting
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM2012
Skills
Financial Budgeting and Reporting
- Prioritizing and Planning
- Financial Modeling
- Account and Ledger Reconciliations
- Process Design
- Regulatory Compliance and Documentation
- Staff Recruitment and Hiring
- Audit management
- Stakeholder Management
- Capital Allocation
- KPI Tracking
Timeline
Director of Finance
Affinity Gaming - Lakeside Hotel And Casino
10.2022 - Current
Site Controller
Ellis Park Racing & Gaming
03.2020 - 10.2022
Corporate Accountant
Laguna Development Corporation
12.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor's degree - Accounting
New Mexico State University
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