Rose Kanuk CPA
Binghamton,NY
Summary
Financial Team Leader with over 20 years of expertise in financial planning, accounting, and risk assessment. Proven track record in managing financial systems and budgets, leading to enhanced operational efficiency. Successfully implemented cost reduction strategies and ensured compliance with regulatory standards, minimizing discrepancies. Committed to mentoring future business professionals and fostering talent within teams.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
United Methodist Homes
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Oversaw daily operations for accounting teams across five corporations and one foundation.
- Implemented two software systems: NetSuite ERP and Paylocity for payroll processing.
- Developed internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP and enhance financial accuracy.
- Trained finance staff on accounting principles and effective utilization of new software.
- Collaborated with department heads to align financial strategies with operational objectives.
- Conducted variance analyses comparing actual results against budget and forecasts.
- Streamlined operations, improving on-time collections and reducing invoice processing time.
- Managed AP and AR operations, coordinating workflows and reviewing outputs to minimize errors.
Vice President of Finance
Performance Systems Development of New York, LLC
Ithaca, USA
06.2013 - 05.2024
- Oversee the financial well-being of a $20M company including reporting, analysis, setting and assessing KPIs, and other metrics, all designed with due diligence and internal controls.
- Collaborated with the CEO and BOD to develop a strategic plan to grow revenue from $3.8M with 30 employees to over $20M with 100+ employees in 20+ states over last decade.
- Active member of the executive team and head of Finance Committee.
- Collaborate with BOD on financial and employee matters.
- Manage the Human Resource Department including supervising HR Manager with coaching and mentoring, benefit administration and selection, DE initiatives, soft skill and management trainings, developing employee engagement and retention as well as recruiting processes.
- Prepare financial statements for Board of Director review monthly.
- Initiated a new payroll and RS system for 100+ employees in various states, which guaranteed timely filings and payments of 20+ state taxes and other withholdings.
- Launched a new 401k plan for employees as a cost-cutting initiative to lower fees by over 70%. As Plan Administrator, instituted an Employer Match contribution as well as provided education to employees that grew our overall retirement plan from $200k to over $5 million.
- Developed Banking relationships to invest with securities to optimize return and hedge.
- Manage risk assessment with yearly bidding for Insurance needs from Cyber Security to Professional liability coverages.
- Manage various audits such as yearly financial workers compensation, and sales tax, as well as review quarterly and yearly tax return.
- Conduct monthly review on cash flow and prepare monthly financial analysis for 4 departments with various divisions.
- Supervise the Finance and Human Resource Team throughout the last decade growing from 2 to 12+ team members.
- Develop budgets and coordinate and mentor division team leaders to increase business and accounting acumen.
Controller
Smith Site Development, LLC
Whitney Point, USA
03.2011 - 01.2013
- Managed all aspects of financial data for two companies (corporation and an LLC).
- Assisted with merger and acquisition of another company.
- Prepared cash flow and financial statements for $15+ million-dollar enterprise made up of two divisions-for review of multiple owners.
- Supervised payroll/accounts payable clerk and safety coordinator.
- Instituted and manage a 401k plan for all employees.
- Managed all insurance needs including health, general, and workers compensation.
- Managed all regulatory compliances with Department of Labor and OSHA.
- Managed human resource issues for 80+ employees.
- Created a company-wide safety program approved by ISN Network and OSHA.
- Met with all external auditors from project, state, and insurance levels.
- Developed yearly capital and operating budgets for two divisions.
- Prepared all quarterly payroll filings for multiple states as well as federal.
- Prepared all AIA documents for billing state and federal programs.
Senior Accountant
UHS Medical
Johnson City, USA
09.2009 - 03.2011
- Prepared cash flow and analysis for multi-million-dollar hospital system.
- Supervised cash management team.
- Supported the financial transformation from 2 separate entities to one with both having different compensation models, benefits, policies, and billing software.
- Developed yearly budget for multiple departments throughout the physician practice system.
- Developed, updated, and reviewed policies of all departments assessing risk and performance management.
- Reviewed and prepared monthly analysis of supplies and services by department and instituted internal audits and programs for cost reduction.
- Prepared monthly close entries for two entities including, but not limited to, accrued expenses, inter-company, and accounts payable reconciliation.
Finance Director
Tioga Opportunities, Inc.
Owego, USA
11.2004 - 07.2007
- Managed a CAP agency non-profit financials for 45+ programs totaling $7M.
- Supervised finance and administration staff.
- Collaborated with external auditors for routine reviews and annual audit.
- Developed and supervised various compliances for multiple federal and/or state grant programs.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for Board of Directors and Finance Committee.
- Developed, updated, and reviewed financial policies, procedures, and internal controls of all departments.
Accountant/Auditor
Piaker and Lyons, PC
Vestal, USA
01.2000 - 11.2004
- Specialized in financial and operational audits of various non-profits, governmental, and school district clients.
- Performed single audits on Federal Award Programs with a concentration in grant and fund balance accounting.
- Monitored and reported on internal controls of various clients.
- Developed financial statements, performed various journal entries, completed bank reconciliations, and created depreciation schedules.
- Processed various tax returns including 1040, 990, 990, 1120, and 11205.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Binghamton University
01.1999
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts Focused in Early Childhood Education
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY05-1995
Skills
- Forecasting and budgeting
- Financial auditing and controls
- Financial reporting
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- Finance training
- Office workflow optimization
- Coaching and mentoring
- Policy enhancement
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- QuickBooks expertise
- NetSuite knowledge
- UKG experience
- Paylocity familiarity
- Cash flow management
- Intercompany transactions management
- Corporate strategic planning
Websites
Timeline
Controller
United Methodist Homes
06.2024 - 08.2025
Vice President of Finance
Performance Systems Development of New York, LLC
06.2013 - 05.2024
Controller
Smith Site Development, LLC
03.2011 - 01.2013
Senior Accountant
UHS Medical
09.2009 - 03.2011
Finance Director
Tioga Opportunities, Inc.
11.2004 - 07.2007
Accountant/Auditor
Piaker and Lyons, PC
01.2000 - 11.2004
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Binghamton University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts Focused in Early Childhood Education
SUNY Broome Community College
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