Mark Cruz
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Experience and detail-oriented Financial Controller with a solid track record of leading accounting operations, managing cross- functional teams, and driving financial compliance in fast-paced industries. Skilled in GAAP compliance, NMLS reporting, budgeting, and full-cycle payroll. Proven ability to implement process improvements, oversee adults, and support strategic financial planning.
Core Competencies
Financial Reporting & Analysis • GAAP& NMLS Compliance • Strategic Budgeting • Tax Preparation
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Controller / HR
All American Home Mortgage LLC
Henderson, NV
05.2024 - Current
- Prepare commission reports for real estate agents and mortgage loan officers.
- Ensure compliance with NMLS (National Mortgage Licensing System) by submitting monthly MLD and quarterly mortgage call reports.
- Oversee the management of funds related to mortgage transactions and ensure timely loan disbursement.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and NMLS requirements for business license renewals.
- Lead the preparation of tax returns and ensure timely tax filing.
- Administered bi-weekly payroll, bonus, commission, and benefits for employees on a timely and accurate processing.
- Develop and implement HR policies and employee handbooks.
- Streamlined onboarding process, ensuring candidates are being assisted in completing employment packet.
- Maintain the safekeeping of employee records and ensuring confidentiality.
Staff Accountant
Real Onyx Property Management
Las Vegas, NV
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Oversee all financial activities, including balance sheet, 12 months trailing income statement, cash flow, and rent-rolls
- Lead audits and coordinate with external CPA to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reporting.
- Prepare monthly owner’s distribution and calculate management fees to collect per portfolio.
- Manage quarterly and year-end close processes including property tax preparation and 1099 NEC filling.
- Mentor and supervise staff, providing guidance and support to foster professional development.
Accounting Manager and Payroll
Destinations by Design
Las Vegas, NV
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared and reviewed monthly closing, such as adjustment entry, accruals, prepaid expense, amortization schedule, and recording fixed assets.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve internal controls.
- Successful implementation of automated accounting systems, such as SAP Concur for integration of employee's expenditures, and Mineral Tree for paperless invoicing.
AP Manager and Payroll
Pitstop Oil Company
Las Vegas, NV
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Full cycle accounts payable process, including GL coding, invoicing, and obtaining POD from vendors.
- Process bi-weekly payroll for up to 120 employees via Paychex.
- Process monthly sales and use tax, schedule quarterly business license renewal permit.
- Work with the general manager and staff on auditing the store, carwash, and gasoline inventory.
- Full cycle account payable processing including GL coding, entry of invoices, obtaining proper authorization of payment to CEO or production engineer.
AR Specialist
Star City Beverage
Vernon, CA
04.2019 - 04.2021
Bookkeeper
Sport Dimensions
Carson, CA
03.2018 - 04.2019
AR Chargeback Specialist
Gibson Overseas Inc
Commerce, CA
05.2015 - 03.2018
AR/AP
Zemarc Corporation
Los Angeles, CA
04.2012 - 05.2015
- Delivered skilled administrative and bookkeeping support to AR/AP supervisor.
Education
Bachelor Science of Business and Administration - undefined
LYCEUM of Alabang Philippines
01.2010
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Accounting Software Proficiency
- Auditing, and Team Leadership
- Tax Preparator
Certification
- Real Estate Finance, Principles and, Practice
- Rio Hondo College – Whittier, CA Jan 2019 – May 2019
- Real Estate School of Nevada – Las Vegas, NV June 2021 – Sep 2021
TOOLS AND SOFTWARE
- Quickbooks
- Oracle Netsuite
- Cstore Office
- Voyager
- Paychex
- Paycom
- Yardi Breeze
Timeline
Controller / HR
All American Home Mortgage LLC
05.2024 - Current
Staff Accountant
Real Onyx Property Management
08.2023 - 05.2024
Accounting Manager and Payroll
Destinations by Design
12.2022 - 08.2023
AP Manager and Payroll
Pitstop Oil Company
06.2021 - 12.2022
AR Specialist
Star City Beverage
04.2019 - 04.2021
Bookkeeper
Sport Dimensions
03.2018 - 04.2019
AR Chargeback Specialist
Gibson Overseas Inc
05.2015 - 03.2018
AR/AP
Zemarc Corporation
04.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor Science of Business and Administration - undefined
LYCEUM of Alabang Philippines