RONALD ROMERO
Huntington Beach,CA
Summary
Seasoned Accountant bringing more than 20 years of experience directing accounting systems for diverse business groups. Industrious and cost-conscious with excellent project management abilities. Advanced understanding of industry standards and accounting laws.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant Officer
Self Employed
Huntington Beach, CA
01.2000 - Current
- Gathered key data and modeled accurately to assist with business forecasting.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Wrote financial statements and consolidations after reconciling general ledger accounts.
- Tracked and documented all expenses.
- Completed biweekly payroll and maintained employee records.
- Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
- Evaluated and improved accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Drafted variance reports, regulatory filings and related schedules.
- Calculated tax owed, prepared and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
- Oversaw team of 7 accounting staff.
- Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
- Reviewed budgets, capital appropriations and operating budgets, and communicated findings to senior management.
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
- Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
- Partnered with auditors on annual audits and realized compliance with governmental tax guidelines.
- Collaborated with bank representatives to negotiate capital requirements.
- Decreased invoicing and receivable cycle times by streamlining billing systems.
- Enhanced budget administration by reviewing reports, leveraging knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
- Performed advanced reviews of business operational trends and expected obligations to prepare accurate forecasts.
- Helped clients navigate interactions with tax authorities and legal concerns related to financial matters.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.1989
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Teambuilding
- Decision-Making
- MS Office
- Data Entry
- Active Listening
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Written Communication
- Planning and Coordination
- Interpersonal Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Good Telephone Etiquette
Timeline
Accountant Officer
Self Employed
01.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
San Diego State University
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