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Marian Asu

Houston,TX

Summary

Intelligent Accountant with strong GAAP knowledge and data analysis expertise. Commended for successfully directing accounting teams and maintaining timely operations in challenging environments. I am seeking a position as Director of Finance to utilize my skills to improve processes, to drive quality and efficiency.

Work History

Accounting Manager

City College of San Francisco
01.2018 - Current
  • Performs complex accounting functions in connection with budget preparation, purchasing activities, payroll analysis and grants management
  • Manage the Federal, State and Local grants worth over $60 million
  • Supervise and lead a team of three to five accounting and administrative staff
  • Directed the preparation and timely reporting of financial data to funders
  • Prepare variance analysis and budget forecasting for management review
  • Review and approve budget transfers, general journal entries, and cash transfers
  • Responsible for training and guiding new accounting staff
  • Coordinate yearend closing of federal, state, and local grants for annual audit

Senior Accountant

Bay Area Community Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Prepared, reviewed and approved journal entries for monthly transactions
  • Worked closely with the CFO and operations Director to develop strategic financial goals
  • Coordinated annual financial audits and ensure proper filing of tax returns
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of bank statement
  • Prepared claims for Alameda and Solano Counties for reimbursement
  • Oversaw and monitored cash flow and ensure availability of funds as needed
  • Coordinated fiscal operations, including contract compliance, cash management, forecasting, and internal and external reporting
  • Regulated compliance with government funding guidelines
  • Provided direct supervision to finance and payroll staff of four

Accountant

AC Christopher Accountancy Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Managed complex client accounts, prepared accurate financial statements, and conducted financial analysis
  • Prepared federal and state tax returns for individuals and small businesses
  • Provided consultative advice to clients on financial matters, ensuring compliance with accounting standards
  • Assisted in planning and performing financial statement audit
  • Researched and analyzed accounting and tax related issues
  • Interviewed clients to gather documentation; performed document review and control testing
  • Responsible for creating sample selections for audit testing

Accountant

Hosteling International
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Recorded transactions into journals and subsidiary ledgers
  • Maintained fixed assets inventory and depreciation schedule
  • Performed monthly of reconciliations bank statements
  • Analyzed monthly financial statements in comparison with budget and discuss variance with hostel managers
  • Provided support to program staff and contractors regarding budget management
  • Worked with management on special projects as necessary
  • Perform monthly inventory true up entries to bring ledger up to date

Financial Controller

Baptist Group
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Developed and managed annual operating and capital budgets, as well as all government contracts
  • Recommended and oversaw and implemented a new computerized accounting system for the Agency
  • Managed budgets, daily cash flow, financial and tax reporting activities
  • Responsible for supervision of 10 accounting and human resources staff
  • Led annual financial audit and preparation of support for audited financial statements
  • Established relationships with and act as liaison to banking and investment managers
  • Advised Executive Director, Board and managerial staff regarding effects of agency activities on the budget
  • Established and maintained appropriate internal controls and financial procedures

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Education

Master of Accountancy - Forensic Accounting concentration

Golden Gate University
San Francisco, CA
04.2013

BSc Business Education - Accounting Option

Cross River University of Technology
01.2009

Skills

  • GAAP
  • Financial reporting
  • Compliance
  • Strategic decision making
  • Cashflow management
  • Cost Optimization
  • Risk management
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Financial planning and Analysis
  • Leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Problem solving

Certification

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Accomplishments

  • Eliminated paperwork processing bottleneck, saving company time and money.
  • Managed 10-person team of accountants handling $60 Million worth of company business.
  • Achieved by timely financial reporting introducing MIP Fund Accounting Software for Accounting tasks.
  • Increased team efficiency through continuous process improvements.
  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Brought in $2 Million by reviewing delinquent accounts and contacting customers.

Work Availability

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Affiliations

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California CPA Education Foundation
  • American Economic Association

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

RemoteHybrid

Timeline

Accounting Manager

City College of San Francisco
01.2018 - Current

Senior Accountant

Bay Area Community Services
01.2017 - 01.2018

Accountant

AC Christopher Accountancy Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2017

Accountant

Hosteling International
01.2012 - 01.2015

Financial Controller

Baptist Group
01.2008 - 01.2011

BSc Business Education - Accounting Option

Cross River University of Technology
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Master of Accountancy - Forensic Accounting concentration

Golden Gate University
Marian Asu