Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS
References
Timeline
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Serge Denis

Boynton Beach,FL

Summary

Government finance leader with 10+ years of progressive experience directing accounting operations, supervising staff, and overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets in local and state government. Proven record of delivering clean audits, strengthening internal controls, and providing strategic financial guidance to executives, auditors, and elected officials. Skilled in financial reporting, debt management, and compliance with GASB standards. Recognized for building high-performing teams, enhancing efficiency, and advancing fiscal transparency in the public sector.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounting Manager

City of Deerfield Beach
Deerfield Beach, Florida
10.2023 - Current
  • Lead and supervise finance staff, directing work assignments, providing mentorship, and conducting evaluations.
  • Oversee the preparation and review of the ACFR and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Manage debt schedules, bond obligations, and investment accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely remittance.
  • Act as liaison between Finance, independent auditors, and city departments; resolve complex financial issues.
  • Recommend and implement internal controls, policies, and procedures to strengthen fiscal operations.
  • Present financial updates and staff reports to city leadership and provide guidance on special projects.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop optimal strategies for integrating their workflow into an existing ERP framework.
  • Assisted in the design of processes for business operations within an ERP environment.

Financial Reporting Manager

Department of Transportation and Public Works
Miami, FL
08.2016 - 10.2023
  • Directed financial reporting for a $600M+ department, including state fuel tax reports, federal transit database reporting, and annual financial statements.
  • Supervised professional and clerical staff reviewing reconciliations, transactions, and financial controls.
  • Managed debt amortization, sales and use tax reporting, and capitalization of Construction in Progress (CIP).
  • Partnered with leadership on budget analysis, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
  • Designed and implemented accounting systems, reports, and procedures improving operational efficiency

Tax Auditor (Corporate / Sales & Use Tax)

FL Department of Revenue
Coral Springs, FL
08.2013 - 08.2016
  • Conducted compliance audits for multi-state and multinational corporations across diverse industries.
  • Managed simultaneous caseload of 10+ audits, analyzing accounting systems for tax liabilities and compliance.
  • Produced detailed audit reports for management and educated taxpayer leadership on statutory compliance.

Certified Math Tutor

Palm Beach State College
Boca Raton, FL
08.2009 - 07.2013
  • Supported student development in complex mathematics concepts and study skills.
  • Facilitated group study sessions to encourage collaborative learning.
  • Created engaging materials to reinforce math concepts and skills.

Education

Master of Science - Forensic Accounting

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
12.2014

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
09-2012

Skills

  • Directed financial reporting and audit compliance for municipal and county operations exceeding $600M
  • Supervised and mentored finance staff, completing performance appraisals and developing training plans
  • Partnered with CFOs, auditors, and city managers to implement new policies improving fiscal accountability
  • Oversaw preparation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFR) ensuring full GASB compliance
  • Managed debt schedules, bond payments, and investment accounts, ensuring timely remittances and reporting

Certification

  • Certified Fraud Examiner

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Interim Assistant Director of Finance, including oversight of budget preparation for accounting division.
  • Reviewed and approved invoices, wire transfers and loan payments.
  • Monitored bank account balances and investment transfers
  • Supported public record request reviews.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS

Florida Government Finance Officers Association (FGFOA)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Accounting Manager

City of Deerfield Beach
10.2023 - Current

Financial Reporting Manager

Department of Transportation and Public Works
08.2016 - 10.2023

Tax Auditor (Corporate / Sales & Use Tax)

FL Department of Revenue
08.2013 - 08.2016

Certified Math Tutor

Palm Beach State College
08.2009 - 07.2013

Master of Science - Forensic Accounting

Florida Atlantic University

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Florida Atlantic University