ROCIO CASTILLO
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Finance professional equipped to drive financial integrity and operational efficiency. Known for supporting organizational goals through accurate financial reporting and analysis. Valued team player with ability to adapt to changing priorities, showcasing proficiency in various industries and regulatory knowledge. Currently working as an assistant controller, administering multiple employee benefit funds under Taft-Hartley and ERISA guidelines.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Controller
Laborers Funds Administrative Office of No CA, Inc. (LFAO)
Pleasanton, CA
11.2015 - Current
- Assist in administering employee benefits for laborers union members in Northern California. Supporting their health plan, pension and annuity fund, vacation fund, and training fund management.
- Direct daily accounting operations, overseeing month-end close and financial statement preparation for multiple funds and associated organizations.
- Collaborate with controller and fund manager to develop and implement effective procedures and internal controls, enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Serve as primary liaison between LFAO and external auditors ensuring seamless communication.
- Strive to optimizing internal control processes,
- Led implementation of fixed asset policies and procedures, and digitizing historical documents.
Senior Accounting Manager
Anka Behavioral Health, Inc. (Anka)
Concord, CA
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Anka was a non-profit organization providing a wide range of programs and services to individuals with behavioral and mental health challenges.
- Oversaw the month-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statement preparation.
- Procured information for several regulatory agencies and outside auditors.
- Lead the implementation of a new payroll software.
- Assisted in maneuvering through a difficult financial position and stepping into the CFO responsibilities for a short period of time while recruiting for a permanent CFO.
Assurance Supervisor
Burr Pilger Mayer, Inc (BPM)
Walnut Creek, CA
01.2007 - 01.2013
- BPM is one of the largest regional public accounting firm in the bay area providing full range accounting and consulting services to public and non-public entities.
- Led assurance engagements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Supervised audit teams, mentoring junior staff and promoting professional development.
- Specialized in audits of financial service entities, investment companies, employee benefit plans and internet services.
- Established strong client relationships, fostering trust and facilitating communication throughout engagements.
Assistant Controller
Loan Center of California, Inc. (LCC)
Suisun City, CA
01.2005 - 01.2007
- LCC was a mortgage banking and loan originator, specializing in funding of Alt-A loans under several programs. The loans were sold to wall street firms for securitization.
- Partnered with the Controller to perform month-end close activities, optimizing workflows for timely reporting.
- Lead improvement of internal controls and procedures to increase efficiency in the Loan Servicing and Accounting departments.
Senior Auditor
Macias Gini & O’Connell, LLP (MGO)
Sacramento, CA
01.2004 - 01.2004
- MGO is a public accounting firm specializing in governmental accounting under GASB 34 and single audit guidelines.
- In charge of planning, coordinating, supervising, and assisting in report preparation and findings.
- Mentored junior auditors, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Created a more collaborative work environment by fostering open communication channels between auditors, management, and other stakeholders.
Senior Staff Accountant
Schoenholz & Spiegel, LLP (S&S)
Walnut Creek, CA
01.1999 - 01.2004
- S&S is a local public accounting firm specializing in mortgage brokers and HUD audits under the yellow book guidelines.
- Performed and supervised financial audits, reviews and compilations for private and non-profit organizations.
- Prepared corporate tax returns and other filings like sales tax returns, trust account audits and others.
Practice Associate
Arthur Andersen, LLP (AA)
San Francisco, CA
01.1996 - 01.1998
- As one of the big five accounting firms in the United States, AA offered full range accounting and consulting services world wide.
- Provided assistance in litigation support and turnaround management for at risk businesses.
- Supervised team of four in long term consulting engagement for a major private university.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business/Accounting
San Francisco State University
CASkills
- Financial statement preparation
- Regulatory compliance
- Financial controls implementation
- Regulatory compliance
- Finance and GL accounting
- Staff development and management
- Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Speak and write fluent Spanish
Certification
Certified Public Accountant (California)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Controller
Laborers Funds Administrative Office of No CA, Inc. (LFAO)
11.2015 - Current
Senior Accounting Manager
Anka Behavioral Health, Inc. (Anka)
01.2013 - 01.2015
Assurance Supervisor
Burr Pilger Mayer, Inc (BPM)
01.2007 - 01.2013
Assistant Controller
Loan Center of California, Inc. (LCC)
01.2005 - 01.2007
Senior Auditor
Macias Gini & O’Connell, LLP (MGO)
01.2004 - 01.2004
Senior Staff Accountant
Schoenholz & Spiegel, LLP (S&S)
01.1999 - 01.2004
Practice Associate
Arthur Andersen, LLP (AA)
01.1996 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Science - Business/Accounting
San Francisco State University